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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 Colorado Boulder

    The Teacher and Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Social Justice, Emotional Intelligence, Social Skills, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Higher Education, Behavior Management, Classroom Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Curriculum Planning, School Psychology, Empowerment, Personal Development, Childhood Education and Development, Program Evaluation, Advocacy, Professional Development, Growth Mindedness, Mindfulness

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    973 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Criterios ASG: Ambientales, Sociales y de Gobernanza

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Governance, Sustainability Standards, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Issue, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Sustainability Reporting, Business Ethics, Social Impact, Climate Change Mitigation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Toronto

    The Social Context of Mental Health and Illness

    Skills you'll gain: Community Mental Health Services, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Health Disparities, Mental Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Health, Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Mental and Behavioral Health, Family Support, Cultural Sensitivity, Caregiving, Health Promotion

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    597 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Digital Technology and Social Change

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Innovation, Responsible AI, Digital Communications, Machine Learning, AI Personalization, digital literacy, Digital Analysis, Blockchain, Process Development, Data Ethics, Emerging Technologies, AI literacy, FinTech, Social Impact, Technology Strategies, Data Storage, Artificial Intelligence, Media and Communications, Generative AI

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    41 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Social Pedagogy across Europe

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Social Work, Pedagogy, Community and Social Work, Child Development, Community Development, Childhood Education and Development, Creativity, Education and Training, Working With Children, Family Support, Rapport Building

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    94 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • W

    Wesleyan University

    Social Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Psychology, Persuasive Communication, Social Studies, Sociology, Social Justice, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Behavior Management, Conflict Management, Research, Diversity Awareness, Research Methodologies, Decision Intelligence, Experimentation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    5.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Alberta

    Workplace Psychological Health and Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Conflict Management, Safety Culture, Team Leadership, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Training, Stress Management, Organizational Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion, People Management, Rapport Building, Leadership, Diversity Awareness, Leadership and Management, Mental Health, Emotional Intelligence, Employee Engagement, Empathy, Resilience, Communication

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    57 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Educación Social: Ámbitos de acción y reflexión

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Social Work, Community Outreach, Education and Training, Social Justice, Community and Social Work, Community Organizing, Social Impact, Childhood Education and Development, Pedagogy, Digital pedagogy, Sustainable Development, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, digital literacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    96 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    Animal Behaviour and Welfare

    Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Health, Pain Management, Applied Behavior Analysis, Scientific Methods, Behavior Management, Stress Management, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Qualitative Research, Science and Research, Physiology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    5.4K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Law, Governance, and Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Development, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Political Sciences, Governance, Policy Analysis, Court Systems, International Relations, Public Policies, Social Justice, Economic Development, Public Administration, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Adjudication, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Economics

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    83 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Theories of Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Policy Development, Public Affairs, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Advocacy, Environmental Policy, Behavioral Economics, Public Administration, Media and Communications, Program Evaluation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Governance, Economics

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Refugee & Asylum Advocacy: Legal Frameworks for Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Advocacy, Immigration Law, Community and Social Work, Human Services, Social and Human Services, Social Justice, Legal Support, Family Support, Community Mental Health Services, Appeals, Court Systems, World History, Legal Proceedings, International Relations, Legal Hearings, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Case Studies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • The Teacher and Social and Emotional Learning (SEL): University of Colorado Boulder
  • Criterios ASG: Ambientales, Sociales y de Gobernanza: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • The Social Context of Mental Health and Illness: University of Toronto
  • Digital Technology and Social Change: University of California, Davis
  • Social Pedagogy across Europe : Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Social Psychology: Wesleyan University
  • Workplace Psychological Health and Safety: University of Alberta
  • Educación Social: Ámbitos de acción y reflexión: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Animal Behaviour and Welfare: The University of Edinburgh
  • Law, Governance, and Public Policy: O.P. Jindal Global University

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