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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


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    Coursera

    Introduction to Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Entry, Data Manipulation, Expense Management, Budgeting, Inventory Management System, Data Management, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Business Analysis

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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Training and Practicing in English Public Speaking

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Oral Comprehension, Active Listening, Oral Expression, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Critical Thinking, Language Competency, Communication Strategies, Stress Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Google Drive

    Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, File Management, Collaborative Software, Document Management, Data Sharing, Productivity Software, Shared Media, Cloud Storage, File Systems, Business Software, Content Management, Organizational Skills, Data Management, Identity and Access Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Queering Identities: LGBTQ+ Sexuality and Gender Identity

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Cultural Sensitivity, Community Development, Advocacy

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    728 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    A Journey through Western Christianity: from Persecuted Faith to Global Religion (200 - 1650)

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Social Studies, European History, World History, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Liberal Arts, Aesthetics

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    698 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Philosophy, Science and Religion: Philosophy and Religion

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Research, Scientific Methods, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Psychology, Sociology

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    529 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Lausanne

    Doping : Sports, Organizations and Sciences

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Testing, Analytical Testing, Legal Proceedings, Substance Abuse, Culture, Social Sciences, Sociology, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Arbitration, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    HubSpot Academy

    Sales Training: Building Your Sales Career

    Skills you'll gain: Inside Sales, Consultative Approaches, Sales Training, Consultative Selling, Sales, Sales Development, General Sales Practices, Sales Strategy, Sales Process, Selling Techniques, Relationship Building, Customer Relationship Building, Rapport Building, Solution Selling, Prospecting and Qualification, Consumer Behaviour, Personalized Service, Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Lund University

    Urban Nature: Connecting Cities, Sustainability and Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Business, Governance, Systems Thinking, Environmental Science, Climate Change Mitigation, Case Studies, Business Modeling, Stakeholder Engagement, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Project Finance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Workday

    Workday Basics Series

    Skills you'll gain: Workday (Software), Business Intelligence, No-Code Development, HR Tech, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Patch Management, Branding

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    University of Cape Town

    Innovative Finance: Hacking finance to change the world

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Social Impact, Financial Inclusion, Human Centered Design, Risk Management, Business Modeling, Business Risk Management, Sustainable Development, Philanthropy, Innovation, Risk Analysis, Resource Allocation, Risk Mitigation, Performance Measurement, Resource Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Partnership, Fundraising, Financial Analysis, Entrepreneurial Finance

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Microeconomics: When Markets Fail

    Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Economics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Supply And Demand, Market Analysis, Business Economics, Competitive Analysis, Public Policies, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Consumer Behaviour, Resource Allocation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to Microsoft Excel: Coursera
  • Training and Practicing in English Public Speaking: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • Google Drive: Google Cloud
  • Queering Identities: LGBTQ+ Sexuality and Gender Identity: University of Colorado System
  • A Journey through Western Christianity: from Persecuted Faith to Global Religion (200 - 1650) : Yale University
  • Philosophy, Science and Religion: Philosophy and Religion: The University of Edinburgh
  • Doping : Sports, Organizations and Sciences: University of Lausanne
  • Sales Training: Building Your Sales Career: HubSpot Academy
  • Urban Nature: Connecting Cities, Sustainability and Innovation: Lund University
  • Workday Basics Series: Workday

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