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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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    University of Colorado System

    What is Palliative Care?

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient-centered Care, Caregiving, Active Listening, Pain Management, Basic Patient Care, Communication, Communication Strategies, Empathy, Psychosocial Assessments, Self-Awareness, Health Assessment, Treatment Planning, Family Support, Planning

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    306 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    The Nature of Genius

    Skills you'll gain: Curiosity, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Social Studies, Human Development, Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Psychology, Social Sciences, Child Development, Art History

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    216 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Utrecht University

    Inequality and Democracy

    Skills you'll gain: Lobbying, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Tax Laws, Civil Law, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy Analysis, Public Affairs, Liberal Arts, Public Policies, Governance, International Finance

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    76 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Leading the Circular and Sustainable Business

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Sustainability Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Sustainability Standards, Strategic Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Social Impact, Community Organizing, Empowerment, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Mitigation, Accounting, Marketing, Communication

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    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    108 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Use SurveyMonkey to Create a Survey and Analyze Results

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Surveys, Data Collection, Analysis, Business Research, Data Analysis, User Feedback, Market Research, Business Software

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    430 reviews

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Psicología Positiva

    Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Personal Development, Optimism, Community and Social Work, Empowerment, Self-Awareness, Compassion, Community Development, Resilience, Social Impact, Psychology, Mindfulness, Relationship Building

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    191 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Relationship Management

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Professional Networking, Employee Coaching, Meeting Facilitation, Relationship Management, Relationship Building, Communication Strategies, Communication, Mentorship, Active Listening, Interpersonal Communications, Verbal Communication Skills, People Management, Constructive Feedback, Professionalism, Influencing, Coaching, People Development, Collaboration

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    434 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Corporate Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Business, Sustainable Development, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Systems, Corporate Strategy, Sustainability Standards, Sustainability Reporting, Climate Change Mitigation, Business Ethics, Operational Risk, Business Risk Management, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Programs, Environmental Regulations, Climate Change Adaptation, Supply Chain Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication Strategies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    42 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Tu consultorio de Coaching en las ondas

    Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, Conflict Management, Team Management, Employee Coaching, Change Management, Expectation Management, Constructive Feedback, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Change, Coaching, Teamwork, Verbal Communication Skills, Leadership, Communication Strategies, Communication, Proactivity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    511 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    American Psychological Association

    Disorders Due to Substance Use and Addictive Behaviors

    Skills you'll gain: Substance Abuse, Mental and Behavioral Health, Substance Abuse Counseling, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychiatry, Behavioral Health, Patient Evaluation, Clinical Psychology, Epidemiology, Pharmacology, Mental Health Therapies, Neurology, Demography, Pharmacotherapy, Psychology, Culture

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    AI for Lawyers: Obstacles and Opportunities

    Skills you'll gain: AI literacy, Legal Technology, Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Legal Risk, AI powered creativity, Generative AI, Creativity, Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    49 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Managing Conflicts with Cultural and Emotional Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Team Performance Management, Influencing, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Team Collaboration, Cultural Sensitivity, Communication, Safety Culture, Process Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    92 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • What is Palliative Care?: University of Colorado System
  • The Nature of Genius: Yale University
  • Inequality and Democracy: Utrecht University
  • Leading the Circular and Sustainable Business: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Use SurveyMonkey to Create a Survey and Analyze Results: Coursera
  • Psicología Positiva: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Relationship Management: Rice University
  • Introduction to Corporate Sustainability: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Tu consultorio de Coaching en las ondas: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Disorders Due to Substance Use and Addictive Behaviors: American Psychological Association

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