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Social Welfare Courses

Social welfare courses can help you learn about policy analysis, community development, social justice frameworks, and program evaluation. You can build skills in advocacy, needs assessment, and resource allocation to effectively support diverse populations. Many courses introduce tools like data analysis software, case management systems, and community engagement platforms, that support implementing social programs and measuring their impact.


Popular Social Welfare Courses and Certifications


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    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Speak Freely, Think Critically: The Free Speech Balance Act

    Skills you'll gain: Interpersonal Communications, Cognitive flexibility, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Diversity, Responsible AI, Media and Communications, Critical Thinking, Innovation, Social Studies, Psychology

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    University of Cape Town

    Educating Deaf Children: Becoming an Empowered Teacher

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Special Education, Cultural Responsiveness, Child Development, Teaching, Differentiated Instruction, Parent Communication, Advocacy, Non-Verbal Communication

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    The Museum of Modern Art

    Art & Inquiry: Museum Teaching Strategies For Your Classroom

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Educational Materials, Curiosity, Liberal Arts, Resourcefulness, Art History, Literacy, Developing Training Materials, Analytical Skills, Open Mindset, Learning Strategies, Collaboration, Communication Strategies

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Changing Status and Perception of Animals

    Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Health, Healthcare Ethics, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Mental and Behavioral Health, Rehabilitation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Advocacy, Research

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    University of Lausanne

    Challenging Forensic Science: How Science Should Speak to Court

    Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Statistical Reporting, Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, Laboratory Reports, Scientific Methods, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Research, Technical Communication, Case Studies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Teacher SEL: Programs, Possibilities, and Contexts

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Teaching, Self-Awareness, Classroom Management, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Social Studies, Storytelling, Adult Education, Parent Communication, Resilience, Cultural Responsiveness, Stress Management, Emotional Intelligence, Community Development, Collaboration, Liberal Arts

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Copyright for Educators & Librarians

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Educational Materials, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Education and Training, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    IE Business School

    Aprendiendo a Aprender

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Teamwork, Time Management, Learning Strategies, Willingness To Learn, Productivity, Quick Learning, Self-Motivation, Cognitive flexibility, Neurology

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    IE Business School

    Analizando las Políticas Económicas

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Policy, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economics, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Tax, Fiscal Management, Financial Market, Market Dynamics, Gap Analysis, Growth Strategies

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Mobilité et urbanisme

    Skills you'll gain: Traffic Flow Optimization, Land Development, Spatial Analysis, Civil Engineering, Concept Of Operations, Systems Thinking, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Sustainable Development, Public Policies

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    Coursera

    Increase Reading Comprehension with Actively Learn

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Student Support and Services, Data Collection, Instructional Strategies, Education Software and Technology, Student Engagement, Classroom Management, Interactive Learning, Curriculum Planning, K-12 pedagogy, Social Studies

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    Yonsei University

    The Korean Economic Development

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Economic Development, Economics, Export Control, International Finance, Financial Systems, Socioeconomics, International Relations, Public Policies, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Growth Strategies

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

  • Speak Freely, Think Critically: The Free Speech Balance Act: Deep Teaching Solutions
  • Educating Deaf Children: Becoming an Empowered Teacher: University of Cape Town
  • Art & Inquiry: Museum Teaching Strategies For Your Classroom: The Museum of Modern Art
  • The Changing Status and Perception of Animals: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Challenging Forensic Science: How Science Should Speak to Court: University of Lausanne
  • Teacher SEL: Programs, Possibilities, and Contexts: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Copyright for Educators & Librarians: Duke University
  • Aprendiendo a Aprender: IE Business School
  • Analizando las Políticas Económicas: IE Business School
  • Mobilité et urbanisme: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

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