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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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    Peking University

    家庭社会学导论

    Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Family Therapy, Sociology, Social Sciences, Qualitative Research, Research Methodologies, Culture, Socioeconomics, Interviewing Skills, Case Studies

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    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Benefits: Financial Protection, Growth & Assistance

    Skills you'll gain: Benefits Administration, Compensation and Benefits, Financial Services, Compensation Management, Employee Retirement Income Security Act, Insurance, Communication, Technical Communication, Administration, Program Evaluation, Employee Engagement

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    University of California San Diego

    Social Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Telecommuting, Social Impact, Social Network Analysis, Remote Access Systems, Interaction Design, Driving engagement, Computing Platforms, Digital Communications

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Video Games - Technology and Social Impacts

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Live Streaming, Animation and Game Design, Systems Thinking, Aesthetics, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Liberal Arts, Culture, Education and Training, Social Impact, Electronic Media, Psychology, Interactive Learning, Storytelling, User Experience, Media Strategy, Critical Thinking, Digital Media Strategy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Copenhagen Business School

    Unleashing the Impact of your Social Enterprise

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Growth Strategies, Marketing Communications, Sustainable Development, Business Planning, Communication Strategies, Strategic Partnership, Entrepreneurship, Performance Measurement, Innovation, Franchising

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Simplilearn

    Social Media Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media Management, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, Brand Management, Campaign Management, Instagram, Content Creation, Performance Analysis, Web Analytics, Target Audience, Digital Advertising, Brand Awareness, Advertising Campaigns, Facebook, Digital Marketing, Pinterest, LinkedIn, Customer Engagement

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Politecnico di Milano

    Reaching Vulnerable Groups through Pandemic Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Community and Social Work, Crisis Intervention, Social Impact, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Policy, Public Health, Public Policies, Vulnerability, Cultural Responsiveness

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    The State University of New York

    Health and Safety of a Home-Based Childcare Center

    Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Accident Prevention, Emotional Intelligence, Emergency Response, Nutrition and Diet, Safety Training, Working With Children, Child Welfare, Child Health, Resilience, Social Skills, Environment Health And Safety, Safety Standards, Health And Safety Standards, Mental Health, Policy Development, Meal Planning And Preparation, First Aid, Record Keeping

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    الثقافة المالية | Financial Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: Cash Flows, Loans, Deposit Accounts, Financial Planning, Fraud detection, Banking Services, Budgeting, Financial Acumen, Financial Management, Personal Development, Banking, Expense Management

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Lecturio

    Psychology and Sociology

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Psychosocial Assessments, Psychiatric And Mental Health Nursing, Nursing Care, Social Sciences, Stress Management, Social Determinants Of Health, Psychology, Sociology, Psychological Evaluations, Patient Education And Counseling, Mental and Behavioral Health, Cultural Responsiveness, Behavioral Health, Human Development, Cultural Diversity, Human Learning, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Learning Theory, Neurology

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    Imperial College London

    Migration and health

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Public Health, Health Systems, Health Care, Climate Change Programs, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Policy, Governance, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Research

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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Colaboración intergeneracional en las organizaciones

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Organizational Leadership, Team Building, Team Management, Collaboration, Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion, Active Listening, Knowledge Transfer, Communication, Employee Retention, Presentations

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

  • 家庭社会学导论: Peking University
  • Benefits: Financial Protection, Growth & Assistance: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • Social Computing: University of California San Diego
  • Video Games - Technology and Social Impacts: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Unleashing the Impact of your Social Enterprise: Copenhagen Business School
  • Social Media Marketing: Simplilearn
  • Reaching Vulnerable Groups through Pandemic Policy: Politecnico di Milano
  • Health and Safety of a Home-Based Childcare Center: The State University of New York
  • الثقافة المالية | Financial Literacy: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Psychology and Sociology: Lecturio

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