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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


  • P

    Politecnico di Milano

    Sustainable Textile Manufacturing

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Design, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainability Standards, Sustainable Business, Strategic Sourcing, Manufacturing and Production, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Manufacturing Processes, Production Process, Digital Transformation, Environmental Issue, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Prototyping, Case Studies

    4.2 stars, 43 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.2 (43) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Learn English Now: Basic Communication

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Social Justice, Oral Expression, Environmental Issue, Oral Comprehension, Language Competency, Language Learning, Storytelling, Vocabulary, Public History, Culture, Writing, Grammar, Cultural Diversity

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Foundational Sustainability Skills & Competencies

    Skills you'll gain: Program Implementation, Plan Execution, Business Planning, Sustainability Reporting, Contract Management, Sustainable Development, Policy Development, Annual Reports, Environmental Policy, Vendor Contracts, Goal Setting, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Strategic Partnership, Interactive Learning, Project Planning, Peer Review, Organizational Strategy, Report Writing, Communication

    4.5 stars, 28 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (28) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Women in environmental biology

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Systems, Natural Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Environment, Land Management, Sustainable Development, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Social Studies, General Science and Research, Science and Research

    4.5 stars, 139 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (139) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Business-to-Consumer (B2C) Sales Strategies and Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Product Knowledge, Selling Techniques, Target Audience, Customer Relationship Building, Oral Expression, General Sales Practices, Sales Prospecting, Verbal Communication Skills, Closing (Sales), Business-To-Consumer, Target Market, Sales, Communication, Sales Strategy, Customer Engagement, Brand Loyalty, Rapport Building, Customer Retention, Persona Development

    4.7 stars, 22 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (22) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Duke University

    ESG Mindsets for Business Transformation

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Adaptability, Open Mindset, Sustainable Business, Strategic Thinking, Business Solutions, Business Leadership, Business Transformation, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Sustainability, Professional Networking

    4.8 stars, 27 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    History of Racial Inequity in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Social Justice, Social Determinants Of Health, Public Health, Medicaid, Health Systems, Health Policy, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Diversity Awareness, Anthropology, Community Health, Social Sciences, Sociology, Medicare, Community Organizing, Biology

    4.6 stars, 13 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (13) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Shaping Your Professional Brand

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Influencing, Relationship Management, Professional Development, Interpersonal Communications, Conflict Management, Decision Making, Communication, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8 stars, 40 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Improve Communication with Genial.ly

    Skills you'll gain: Train The Trainer, Virtual Environment, Design, Education Software and Technology, Educational Materials, Communication, Communication Strategies

    4.7 stars, 44 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.7 (44) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Управление рисками проекта и изменениями

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Planning, Project Risk Management, Scope Management, Project Management, Communication Strategies, Stakeholder Management, Change Management, Stakeholder Communications, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Cost Management, Communication, Management Reporting, Analysis

    4.8 stars, 87 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (87) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    ISC2

    Systems and Application Security

    Skills you'll gain: Malware Protection, Endpoint Security, Mobile Security, Cloud Security, Application Security, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Computing, Threat Detection, Cyber Attacks, Endpoint Detection and Response, Information Systems Security, Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Data Security, Human Factors (Security), Encryption, Information Privacy

    4.8 stars, 36 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Transforming Communities

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Needs Assessment, Sustainable Systems, Community Development, Business Transformation, Sustainable Development, Corporate Sustainability, Community Outreach, Social Impact, Sustainable Business, Drive Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Change, Strategic Thinking, Initiative and Leadership, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Adaptability, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication Strategies, Decision Making

    4.6 stars, 59 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (59) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular social welfare courses

  • Sustainable Textile Manufacturing: Politecnico di Milano
  • Learn English Now: Basic Communication: Arizona State University
  • Foundational Sustainability Skills & Competencies: Arizona State University
  • Women in environmental biology: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Business-to-Consumer (B2C) Sales Strategies and Techniques: Coursera
  • ESG Mindsets for Business Transformation: Duke University
  • History of Racial Inequity in Healthcare: University of Michigan
  • Shaping Your Professional Brand: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Improve Communication with Genial.ly: Coursera
  • Управление рисками проекта и изменениями: University of California, Irvine

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