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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


  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Applying Data Analytics in Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Financial Data, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Performance Measurement, Financial Forecasting, Market Data, Forecasting, Analytics, Financial Trading, Financial Analysis, R Programming, Financial Market, Portfolio Risk, Trend Analysis, Investment Management, Investments, Model Evaluation, Statistical Methods, Correlation Analysis, Risk Analysis

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    223 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Geographical Information Systems - Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, GIS Software, Geospatial Information and Technology, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, NoSQL, Data Modeling, Database Design, Data Store, Databases, Data Storage Technologies, Database Systems, SQL, Data Storage, Query Languages, Relational Databases

    3.5
    Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    99 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Computer Programming with Visual Basic

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, File I/O, System Programming, Visual Basic (Programming Language), System Software, Hardware Architecture, Databases, Relational Databases, Algorithms, Computer Architecture, Network Security, Computer Hardware, SQL, Development Environment, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Program Development, Computer Programming, Microsoft Development Tools

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    171 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    ISC2

    Security Operations

    Skills you'll gain: System Configuration, Configuration Management, Cyber Operations, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Computer Security Awareness Training, Data Security, Security Controls, Security Management, Event Monitoring, Encryption, Network Security, Continuous Monitoring, Network Administration, IT General Controls (ITGC), Cyber Security Policies, Information Technology Operations, System Monitoring, Patch Management, Cryptography

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    207 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    SEL Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Teaching, Curriculum Planning, Professional Development, Emotional Intelligence, Higher Education, Storytelling, Self-Awareness

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    65 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Justice and Equity in Technology Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Responsible AI, Disabilities, Innovation, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Diversity Awareness, Social Impact, Socioeconomics, Human Centered Design, Sustainable Systems, Policy Analysis, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Community Development, Public Policies, Technology Solutions, Data Ethics, Social Sciences, Policy Development, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    20 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Agile Leadership Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Change Management, Organizational Change, Business Transformation, Agile Product Development, Agile Project Management, Innovation, Culture Transformation, Leadership, Sprint Planning, Leadership Development, Personal Development, Backlogs, Strategic Planning, Business Planning, Goal Setting

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    464 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Animals, Self, and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Sociology, Anthropology, Social Justice, Media and Communications, Cultural Diversity, Environmental Issue

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    150 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Data Structures and Design Patterns for Game Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unity Engine, Software Design Patterns, Data Structures, C# (Programming Language), Video Game Development, Software Design, Programming Principles, Graph Theory, Software Architecture, Algorithms

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    149 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    User Experience & Interaction Design for AR/VR/MR/XR

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Storyboarding, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Interactive Design, Usability Testing, Design Thinking, User Experience, Experience Design, Prototyping, User Experience Design, Interaction Design, Visual Storytelling, Storytelling, Usability, Human Centered Design, Design Reviews, Ideation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    182 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Foundations of Business Strategy and Research

    Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Market Research, Strategic Decision-Making, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Quantitative Research, Innovation, Target Audience, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Risk Mitigation, Sustainable Business, Benchmarking, Business Acumen, Value Propositions, Descriptive Statistics, Performance Measurement, Risk Management, Team Performance Management, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy, Data Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    229 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    ESSEC Business School

    L'investissement à impact, la finance qui change le monde

    Skills you'll gain: Due Diligence, Sustainable Development, Investments, Project Finance, Investment Management, Social Impact, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Proposal Development, Financial Inclusion, Fundraising, Entrepreneurship, Sustainable Business, Socioeconomics, Entrepreneurial Finance, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Feasibility Studies, Philanthropy, Return On Investment, Corporate Sustainability

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    287 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Applying Data Analytics in Finance: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Geographical Information Systems - Part 1: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Introduction to Computer Programming with Visual Basic: LearnQuest
  • Security Operations: ISC2
  • SEL Capstone: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Justice and Equity in Technology Policy: University of Michigan
  • Agile Leadership Capstone: University of Colorado System
  • Animals, Self, and Society: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Data Structures and Design Patterns for Game Developers: University of Colorado System
  • User Experience & Interaction Design for AR/VR/MR/XR: University of Michigan

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