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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


  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Old Norse Mythology in the Sources

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, Research, European History, Storytelling, Culture, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    370 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Goodwill Industries International

    Foundations of Career Navigating and Coaching

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Coaching, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Professional Development, Workforce Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Relationship Management, Rapport Building, Professionalism, Empathy, Workplace inclusivity, Human Services, Human Centered Design, Relationship Building, Goal Setting, Crisis Intervention

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    364 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fundação Lemann

    Ensino Híbrido: Personalização e Tecnologia na Educação

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Technology Strategies, Continuous Monitoring, Digital Transformation

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    644 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Atención inclusiva al público con discapacidad

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Training, Patient Assistance, Caregiving, Dignity in Care, Diversity Awareness, Human Centered Design, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Human Resource Management Done Right

    Skills you'll gain: Talent Pipelining, Prompt Engineering, Talent Acquisition, Team Performance Management, Performance Management, Smart Goals, Google Gemini, Time Management, Performance Appraisal, Interviewing Skills, Responsible AI, Culture Transformation, Workforce Planning, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Employee Onboarding, Recruitment, Employee Engagement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Prompt Engineering Tools

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    553 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Museum of Modern Art

    Art & Inquiry: Museum Teaching Strategies For Your Classroom

    Skills you'll gain: Student-Centred Learning, Interactive Learning, Education and Training, Creative Thinking, Pedagogy, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Design Thinking

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    536 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Business and Marketing Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Operations, Process Design, Operational Excellence, Business Operations, Consumer Behaviour, International Finance, Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Strategic Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Business Ethics, Marketing, Social Sciences, International Relations, Culture, Data-Driven Marketing, Business, Sustainable Business

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    543 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    IA generativa en el aula

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, AI literacy, AI powered creativity, Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Responsible AI, AI Integrations, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    665 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Marketing digital e e-commerce do Google

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Email Marketing, Google Ads, Digital Advertising, Paid media, Social Media Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Google Analytics, Customer Retention, Digital Marketing, Marketing Budgets, Loyalty Programs, Order Fulfillment, Search Engine Marketing, Web Analytics, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing Tools, Marketing, E-Commerce

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    334 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of London

    Refugees in the 21st Century

    Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, Case Studies, International Relations, Diplomacy, World History, Social Justice, Socioeconomics, Demography, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Peer Review, European History

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    576 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Aprendizaje Activo STEM con Simulaciones Interactivas PhET

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Design Strategies, Mathematics Education, Growth Mindedness, Digital pedagogy, Design Reviews, Simulations, Simulation and Simulation Software, Interactive Design, User Feedback, Browser Compatibility, Experimentation, Conceptual Design, Research, Display Devices, Chemistry, Physics, Biology

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    839 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDHEC Business School

    Science and Engineering of Climate Change

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities, Sustainable Engineering, Mitigation, Sustainable Development, Engineering, Systems Of Measurement, Environment, Mathematical Modeling, Environmental Monitoring, Sustainable Technologies, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Electrical Power, Physics, Economics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    242 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Old Norse Mythology in the Sources: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Foundations of Career Navigating and Coaching: Goodwill Industries International
  • Ensino Híbrido: Personalização e Tecnologia na Educação: Fundação Lemann
  • Atención inclusiva al público con discapacidad: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Human Resource Management Done Right: Coursera
  • Art & Inquiry: Museum Teaching Strategies For Your Classroom: The Museum of Modern Art
  • Business and Marketing Strategies: University of London
  • IA generativa en el aula: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Marketing digital e e-commerce do Google: Google
  • Refugees in the 21st Century: University of London

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Human Resource Management (13)

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