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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


  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Understanding Prostate Cancer

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Education and Support, Radiation Therapy, Diagnostic Tests, Oncology, Pain Management, Preventative Care, Patient Evaluation, Endocrinology, Pathology, Urology, Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Biology, Surgery, Anatomy, Risk Analysis, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Imaging

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    758 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    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

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    528 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Y

    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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    696 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Calculus: Single Variable Part 4 - Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Integral Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Probability Distribution, Probability & Statistics, Geometry, Probability, Statistical Methods, Torque (Physics), Statistics, Mechanics, Physics

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    283 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The State University of New York

    Basic Information Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Brainstorming, Planning, Information Management, Research, Critical Thinking, Investigation, Literacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Databases

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    202 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    Python Essentials for MLOps

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), NumPy, Unit Testing, Model Deployment, Data Manipulation, Test Script Development, Software Testing, Data Import/Export, Applied Machine Learning, Test Automation, Data Wrangling, Python Programming, Code Reusability, Data Processing, Debugging, Data Structures, Machine Learning, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Scripting

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    360 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Build your business brand using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Logo Design, Content Scheduling, Branding, Brand Strategy, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Target Audience, Social Media Content, Marketing Materials, Social Media, Scheduling, Presentations, Content Creation, Social Media Marketing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    171 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Innovar tu enseñanza con design thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Student-Centred Learning, Education Software and Technology, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Innovation, Human Centered Design, Problem Solving, Needs Assessment, Constructive Feedback, Planning, Empathy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    251 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • B

    Berklee

    Copyright Law in the Music Business

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Lawsuits, Court Systems, Music, Litigation and Civil Justice, Musical Composition, Legal Risk, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Digital Assets, Case Law, Commercial Laws

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    719 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Intro to AR/VR/MR/XR: Technologies, Applications & Issues

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Disabilities, Emerging Technologies, Virtual Environment, Display Devices, Design Strategies, Human Computer Interaction, Information Privacy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Innovation, Human Factors (Security), Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    417 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Differential Calculus through Data and Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Data Modeling, Model Optimization, Estimation, Graphing, Mathematical Modeling, Data Analysis Software, Algebra, Cost Estimation, Mathematical Software, Linear Algebra, Trigonometry, General Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Analysis, Derivatives, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Geometry, Data Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    391 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Introduction to Business Analytics: Communicating with Data

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Storytelling, Data Collection, Data Quality, Business Analytics, Data Visualization Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, R (Software), Communication, Digital Marketing, Health Care

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    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    659 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Understanding Prostate Cancer: Johns Hopkins University
  • Philosophy, Science and Religion: Philosophy and Religion: The University of Edinburgh
  • A Journey through Western Christianity: from Persecuted Faith to Global Religion (200 - 1650) : Yale University
  • Calculus: Single Variable Part 4 - Applications: University of Pennsylvania
  • Basic Information Literacy: The State University of New York
  • Python Essentials for MLOps: Duke University
  • Build your business brand using Canva: Coursera
  • Innovar tu enseñanza con design thinking: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Copyright Law in the Music Business: Berklee
  • Intro to AR/VR/MR/XR: Technologies, Applications & Issues: University of Michigan

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