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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to PicsArt for Social Media Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Content, Social Media Strategy, Photo Editing, Marketing, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Graphics Software, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphical Tools, Graphic Design, Computer Graphic Techniques, Entrepreneurship, Business

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    86 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • A

    Arizona State University

    English Communication for Tech Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Oral Expression, Presentations, Grammar, Rapport Building, Business Communication, Technical Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Writing, People Development, Vocabulary, Business Correspondence, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Interviewing Skills, English Language, LinkedIn, Communication Strategies, Constructive Feedback, Professional Networking

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    80 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • H

    High Tech High Graduate School of Education

    Learning Mindsets & Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Pedagogy, Growth Mindedness, Learning Theory, Human Learning, Student Engagement, Experimentation, Psychological Evaluations, Learning Strategies, Discussion Facilitation, Peer Review, Media and Communications

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    58 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Rochester

    The Power of Markets I: The Basics of Supply and Demand and Consumer Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Market Dynamics, Economics, Consumer Behaviour, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Demand Planning, Resource Allocation, Market Analysis, Policy Analysis, Decision Making, Investment Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    272 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Virtual Teacher Final Project

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Instructional Design, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Instructional Strategies, Course Development, Pedagogy, Blended Learning, Educational Materials, Education Software and Technology, Constructive Feedback, Ability To Meet Deadlines

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    234 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • W

    Wesleyan University

    History of Mental Illness

    Skills you'll gain: Psychiatry, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychology, Psychotherapy, Mental Health Therapies, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacotherapy

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    153 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Health for All Through Primary Health Care

    Skills you'll gain: Primary Care, Health Equity, Community Health, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Health Education, Health Disparities, Health Promotion, Preventative Care, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Systems, Health Care

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    288 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Institut Mines-Télécom

    4G Network Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Network Engineering, Wireless Networks, Network Security, General Networking, Network Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Mobile Security, Network Protocols, Telecommunications, OSI Models, Communication Systems, Digital Communications, Dataflow, Authentications, Key Management, Encryption

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    134 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Actúa ante el dolor crónico

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Pain Management, Stress Management, Meditation & Breathwork, Patient Communication, Positivity, Personal Development, Resilience, Patient Education and Support, Emotional Intelligence, Care Management, Goal-Oriented, Goal Setting, Personal Care, Psychosocial Assessments, Self-Awareness, Nutrition and Diet, Exercise Therapy, Communication

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    294 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Herramientas de gestión de proyectos de desarrollo

    Skills you'll gain: Work Breakdown Structure, Cost Management, Earned Value Management, Project Controls, Project Schedules, Project Management, Milestones (Project Management), Project Scoping, Scope Management, Communication Planning, Procurement, Budget Management, Scheduling, Cost Control, Purchasing, Timelines, Project Performance, Matrix Management, Stakeholder Communications, Resource Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    142 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    Nanjing University

    理解马克思

    Skills you'll gain: European History, Economics, Socioeconomics, Political Sciences, Economic Development, World History, Social Impact, Culture, Sociology, Social Sciences, Environmental Issue

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    65 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Utrecht University

    Professionalism in an era of change

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Adult Education, Professionalism, Professional Development, Organizational Development, Social Sciences, Organizational Change, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Workforce Development, Organizational Structure, Sociology, Psychology, Leadership, Personal Development, Empowerment, Leadership Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    80 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to PicsArt for Social Media Marketing: Coursera
  • English Communication for Tech Professionals: Arizona State University
  • Learning Mindsets & Skills: High Tech High Graduate School of Education
  • The Power of Markets I: The Basics of Supply and Demand and Consumer Behavior : University of Rochester
  • Virtual Teacher Final Project: University of California, Irvine
  • History of Mental Illness: Wesleyan University
  • Health for All Through Primary Health Care: Johns Hopkins University
  • 4G Network Fundamentals: Institut Mines-Télécom
  • Actúa ante el dolor crónico: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Herramientas de gestión de proyectos de desarrollo: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

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