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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


  • A

    Arizona State University

    Decision-Making

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Decisiveness, Complex Problem Solving, Problem Solving, Creative Problem-Solving, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Resourcefulness, Risk Analysis, Social Impact, Risk Management, Analysis, Resource Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    72 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Becoming a Strengths Based Leader: Leading Standout® Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Recognizing Others, Team Building, Trustworthiness, Team Performance Management, Team Management, Teamwork, Collaboration, Team Collaboration, Team Leadership, Visionary, People Development, Leadership Development, Peer Review, Team Motivation, Employee Engagement, Leadership, Performance Management, Communication, Productivity

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    34 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • V

    Voxy

    English Language Skills B1-B2 CEFR: Intermediate

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, English Language, Business Correspondence, Social Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Communication, Professional Development, Business Writing, Oral Expression, Interviewing Skills, Language Learning, Oral Comprehension, Telephone Skills, Writing, Public Speaking, Language Competency, Communication, Interpersonal Communications

    2.7
    Rating, 2.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Digital Marketing Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Marketing, Web Analytics, Digital Advertising, Search Engine Marketing, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Digital Analysis, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing Tools, Google Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Google Ads, Marketing Channel, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategies, MarTech, Marketing Planning, Paid media, Marketing Analytics, Social Media Campaigns

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidades Anáhuac

    Inteligencia Emocional: Un enfoque práctico

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Empowerment, Personal Development, Composure, Organizational Leadership, Professional Development, Self-Discipline, Team Collaboration, Social Skills, Relationship Management, Empathy, Growth Mindedness, Optimism, Assertiveness, Decision Making, Self-Motivation, Communication

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    59 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for Social Media and Influencer Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Campaigns, AI Personalization, Social Media Marketing, Generative AI, AI powered creativity, Trend Analysis, Social Media Analytics, Social Media, Canva (Software), Content Performance Analysis, Social Media Management, Instagram, Social Media Content, Content Creation, Driving engagement, ChatGPT, Marketing Automation, Automation, Creativity, Analytics

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    إنشاء صفحة لنكدين إحترافية

    Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Professional Networking, Dashboard, Social Media, Social Media Content, Web Presence, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Professionalism

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    72 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Adobe After Effects for Beginners: Motion Design Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Animations, Video Editing, Motion Graphics, Adobe Creative Cloud, Timelines, Design Elements And Principles, Typography, File Management

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    33 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Project Management - Initiation and Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Scope Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Scoping, Feasibility Studies, Project Management Life Cycle, Contract Management, Project Management, Change Management, Claims Processing, Project Planning, Organizational Structure, Legal Risk, Bidding

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    39 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    GenAI in Business: Planning Framework for Implementation

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, AI Enablement, Data Integration, Business Analysis, Data Quality, Technology Roadmaps, Business Solutions, Business Transformation, Business Strategy, Stakeholder Communications, Process Analysis, Decision Making, Stakeholder Engagement

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    34 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Change Management

    Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Organizational Change, Organizational Development, Leadership and Management, Business Transformation, Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Organizational Leadership, People Management, Culture Transformation, Continuous Improvement Process, Team Performance Management, Staff Management, Overcoming Objections, Emotional Intelligence, Strategic Planning, Overcoming Obstacles, Drive Engagement, Employee Engagement

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    53 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • K

    Knowledge Accelerators

    Beginner Microsoft Copilot: AI Prompts & Workflows

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering Tools, Productivity, LLM Application, Generative AI, AI Workflows, Microsoft Windows, Business Communication

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Decision-Making: Arizona State University
  • Becoming a Strengths Based Leader: Leading Standout® Teams: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • English Language Skills B1-B2 CEFR: Intermediate: Voxy
  • Digital Marketing Analytics: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Inteligencia Emocional: Un enfoque práctico: Universidades Anáhuac
  • GenAI for Social Media and Influencer Marketing: Coursera
  • إنشاء صفحة لنكدين إحترافية: Coursera
  • Adobe After Effects for Beginners: Motion Design Essentials: Coursera
  • Project Management - Initiation and Planning: L&T EduTech
  • GenAI in Business: Planning Framework for Implementation: University of Michigan

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