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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


  • U

    University of Washington

    Ukraine: History, Culture and Identities

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Culture, European History, Social Studies, World History, Economic Development, Ancient History, International Relations, Sociology, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Social Justice, Political Sciences

    ★ 4.7 (350) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Reducing Gun Violence in America: Evidence for Change

    Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Public Safety and National Security, Social Justice, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Health Disparities, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Community Health

    ★ 4.7 (469) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    Project Manager Engagement with Stakeholders

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Communications, Communication Planning, Stakeholder Management, Conflict Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Strategic Communication, Cultural Diversity, Project Management, Drive Engagement, Intercultural Competence, Agile Project Management, Communication Strategies, Cultural Sensitivity, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Organizational Structure, Influencing

    ★ 4.8 (62) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    (Successful Presentation) العرض التقديمي الناجح

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Influencing, Storytelling, Non-Verbal Communication, Composure, Creativity, Organizational Structure, Drive Engagement, Adaptability

    ★ 4.8 (487) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Renewable Energy & Power Evacuation

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Technologies, Electrical Power, Energy and Utilities, Sustainability Reporting, Climate Change Programs, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Mitigation, Electric Power Systems, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Electrical Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Innovation, Environment, Transportation Operations, Electrical Substation

    ★ 4.4 (39) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • T

    Tel Aviv University

    The History of Modern Israel - Part II: Challenges of Israel as a sovereign state

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Social Justice, Social Sciences, International Relations, World History, Socioeconomics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Culture, Political Sciences, Sociology, Diplomacy, Public History, Social Impact, Public Safety and National Security, Demography, Public Affairs, Economics, Governance

    ★ 4.8 (342) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Become a Sustainable Business Change Agent

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainability Reporting, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Organizational Change, Sustainable Development, Business Reporting, Supply Chain, Sustainable Design, Proposal Development, Stakeholder Analysis, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Systems, Supply Chain Management, Sustainability Standards, Annual Reports, Performance Reporting, Leadership and Management, Performance Improvement, Change Management, Stakeholder Engagement

    ★ 4.7 (371) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Marketing en redes sociales desde cero

    Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, Performance Analysis, Social Media, Driving engagement, Social Media Strategy, Digital Media Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, Campaign Management, Social Media Content, Digital Marketing, Drive Engagement, Social Media Management, Social Media Analytics, Digital Brand Strategy, Performance Metric, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Business Metrics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Design de projetos de governo digital

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Talent Management, User Centered Design, Data Integration, Human Capital, Project Design, Cybersecurity, Data Governance, Data Strategy, Process Design, Data Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Governance, Technology Strategies, Feasibility Studies, Program Evaluation, Communication Planning, Interoperability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Use Canva to Create an Interactive Mind Map

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Multimedia, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Marketing Design, Visual Storytelling, Diagram Design, Brainstorming, Data Sharing, Visual Design, Color Theory, Drive Engagement, Design Elements And Principles, Graphic Design, Marketing, Communication

    ★ 4.7 (438) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • T

    The University of Notre Dame

    Ethical Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Workplace inclusivity, Data Ethics, Negotiation, Leadership Studies, Leadership Development, Business Ethics, Conflict Management, Change Management, Organizational Change, Diversity and Inclusion, Social Justice, Tactfulness, Communication Strategies, Leadership, Personal Integrity, Analytics, Analytical Skills, Market Dynamics, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    ★ 4.7 (204) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    GIS Applications Across Industries

    Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, GIS Software, Geographic Information Systems, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Land Management, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Spatial Analysis, Epidemiology, Community Health, Spatial Data Analysis, Land Development, Social Determinants Of Health, Emergency Response, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Emergency Services, Business Development, Environment and Resource Management

    ★ 4.6 (96) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Ukraine: History, Culture and Identities: University of Washington
  • Reducing Gun Violence in America: Evidence for Change: Johns Hopkins University
  • Project Manager Engagement with Stakeholders: Microsoft
  • (Successful Presentation) العرض التقديمي الناجح: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Renewable Energy & Power Evacuation: L&T EduTech
  • The History of Modern Israel - Part II: Challenges of Israel as a sovereign state: Tel Aviv University
  • Become a Sustainable Business Change Agent: University of Colorado System
  • Marketing en redes sociales desde cero: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Design de projetos de governo digital: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Use Canva to Create an Interactive Mind Map: Coursera

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