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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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    Measure What Matters

    OKR Certification: Leadership and Goal Setting

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Leadership, Business Priorities, Organizational Strategy, Personal Development, Leadership and Management, Performance Management, Employee Performance Management, Prioritization, Recognizing Others, Performance Measurement, Planning, Collaboration, Business Strategy, Constructive Feedback, Communication

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    Imperial College London

    Foundations of Public Health Practice: The Public Health Approach

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Healthcare Ethics, Preventative Care, Social Determinants Of Health, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Health Promotion, Health Systems, Political Sciences, Social Justice, Program Evaluation

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Gestión del talento humano

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, People Management, Leadership and Management, Team Management, Behavior Management, Productivity, Organizational Effectiveness, Professional Development, Teamwork, Communication, Leadership, Collaboration, Human Resources

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Leaders in Citizen Security and Justice Management

    Skills you'll gain: Public Safety and National Security, Security Management, Program Evaluation, Governance, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Public Policies, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Social Work, Community Development, Conflict Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Utilizing Engaging Assessment with Boom Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy

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    Starweaver

    Luxury Hospitality & Brand Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Customer experience strategy (CX), Service Design, Change Management, Social Media Campaigns, Hospitality Management, Social Media Marketing, Process Mapping, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Hospitality Services, Design Thinking, Brand Marketing, Service Management, Customer experience improvement, Digital Marketing, Design, Social Media Management, Prototyping, Content Marketing, Leadership, Search Engine Optimization

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Nanjing University

    Chinese Culture and Contemporary China

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Classical Music, World Music, Social Studies, Cultural Sensitivity, Ancient History, Media and Communications, Art History, Language Learning, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Electronic Media, Intercultural Competence, Performing Arts, Anthropology, Sociology, Nutrition and Diet

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Museum of Modern Art

    Art & Ideas: Teaching with Themes

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Liberal Arts, Lesson Planning, Aesthetics, Social Studies, Teaching, Student Engagement, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Development, Student-Centred Learning, Cultural Diversity

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Abstraction, Methods, and Lists

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Debugging, Programming Principles, Technical Communication, Computer Programming, Digital pedagogy, Event-Driven Programming, Program Development, Data Structures, Algorithms, Student Engagement, Visualization (Computer Graphics)

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnKartS

    Essential Skills for First-Time Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Teamwork, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity and Inclusion, Stress Management, Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Team Management, Communication, Team Leadership, Productivity, Social Skills, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Strategic Prioritization, Workplace Bullying Intervention, Compliance Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Mental Health, Dealing With Ambiguity

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Creando videos educativos con Smartphones

    Skills you'll gain: Videography, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Video Production, Video Editing, Cinematography, Educational Materials, Post-Production, Education and Training, Pedagogy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Menschen, Technologie und die Zukunft der Mobilität

    Skills you'll gain: Automation, Electric Power Systems, Emerging Technologies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Technology Solutions, Sustainable Systems, Transportation Operations, Socioeconomics, Social Impact, Sustainable Development, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Policy Analysis, Health Equity, Disabilities, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Climate Change Mitigation, Artificial Intelligence

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • OKR Certification: Leadership and Goal Setting: Measure What Matters
  • Foundations of Public Health Practice: The Public Health Approach: Imperial College London
  • Gestión del talento humano: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Leaders in Citizen Security and Justice Management: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Utilizing Engaging Assessment with Boom Learning: Coursera
  • Luxury Hospitality & Brand Innovation: Starweaver
  • Chinese Culture and Contemporary China : Nanjing University
  • Art & Ideas: Teaching with Themes: The Museum of Modern Art
  • Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Abstraction, Methods, and Lists: University of California San Diego
  • Essential Skills for First-Time Managers: LearnKartS

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