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Social Work Courses

Social work courses can help you learn case management, community outreach strategies, crisis intervention techniques, and the principles of social justice. You can build skills in effective communication with clients, conducting needs assessments, and developing intervention plans tailored to diverse populations. Many courses introduce tools like assessment frameworks, data analysis software, and client management systems, that support tracking progress and evaluating the impact of social work initiatives.

Popular Social Work Courses and Certifications


  • C

    Coursera

    Create a Database with the Modeling Tool in MySQL Workbench

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL Workbench, Database Design, MySQL, Database Development, Relational Databases, Database Management, Databases, Database Management Systems, SQL, Data Modeling, Diagram Design, Query Languages, Data Import/Export

    ★ 4.6 (62) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Q

    Queen Mary University of London

    Cloud Computing Law: Transactions

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Cloud Services, Legal Risk, Cloud Computing, Intellectual Property, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Storage, Cloud Platforms, Contract Negotiation, Cloud Security, Vendor Contracts, Cyber Risk, Contract Review, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Contract Management, Data Security, Data Governance, Negotiation, Regulatory Requirements, Cybersecurity

    ★ 4.9 (102) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    فن التفاوض | The Art of Negotiation

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Communication, Planning, Influencing, Persuasive Communication

    ★ 4.7 (93) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    The University of Sydney

    Introduction to Linear Algebra

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Markov Model, Geometry, Arithmetic, Algebra, General Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics

    ★ 4.7 (42) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Glasgow

    Fundamental MATLAB Programming for AI

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Data Visualization, Model Optimization, Scientific Visualization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Mathematical Software, Data Literacy, Data Wrangling, Data Preprocessing, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis

    ★ 4.9 (78) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    African cities : An Introduction to Urban Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Public Works, Land Development, Governance, Climate Change Adaptation, Land Management, Community Development, Environmental Issue, Operational Analysis, Cost Management, Sustainable Development, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Economic Development, Project Finance, Spatial Analysis, Transportation Operations, Finance, Demography

    ★ 4.8 (20) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • H

    H2O.ai

    H2O.ai Agents : From Theory to Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Agentic Workflows, AI Workflows, Generative AI Agents, LLM Application, Agentic systems, Model Deployment, AI Integrations, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Predictive Modeling, Data Integration

    ★ 4.4 (50) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    Emory University

    Public Health Approaches to Abortion

    Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Social Justice, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Medical Practices and Procedures, Social Determinants Of Health, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Family Planning, Diversity Awareness, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Healthcare Ethics, Gynecology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Public Policies, Research

    ★ 4.7 (45) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Emotional Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Social Skills, Leadership Development, Relationship Management, Team Performance Management, Empowerment, Professional Development, Motivational Skills, Relationship Building

    ★ 4.7 (49) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Dartmouth College

    C Programming: Modular Programming and Memory Management - 3

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Memory Management, System Programming, Computer Architecture, Embedded Software, Programming Principles, Code Reusability, Computer Programming, Linux

    ★ 4.8 (62) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Social Media Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Social Media Analytics, Data Visualization, Graph Theory, Statistical Visualization, Relational Databases, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, R (Software), Data Storytelling, Data Analysis, Network Model, Database Theory, Social Sciences, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Diagram Design, Data Manipulation

    ★ 4.3 (19) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Communication as a Technical Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Constructive Feedback, Leadership, Team Collaboration, Empathy, Social Skills, Rapport Building, Trustworthiness, Technical Communication, Leadership Development, Management Training And Development, Engineering Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Active Listening, Communication, Communication Strategies, Supervision, Coaching

    ★ 4.5 (72) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular social work courses

  • Create a Database with the Modeling Tool in MySQL Workbench: Coursera
  • Cloud Computing Law: Transactions: Queen Mary University of London
  • فن التفاوض | The Art of Negotiation: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Introduction to Linear Algebra: The University of Sydney
  • Fundamental MATLAB Programming for AI: University of Glasgow
  • African cities : An Introduction to Urban Planning: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • H2O.ai Agents : From Theory to Practice: H2O.ai
  • Public Health Approaches to Abortion: Emory University
  • Emotional Intelligence: Packt
  • C Programming: Modular Programming and Memory Management - 3: Dartmouth College

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