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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

    Universidad Nacional de Colombia

    Escritura académica. Estilos de citación y referenciación.

    Skills you'll gain: Student Engagement, Multimedia, Learning Styles, Research, Scientific Methods, Writing, Research Reports, Writing and Editing, Style Guides, Intellectual Property, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    199 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Using Google Forms for Student Success

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Google Workspace, Digital pedagogy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    241 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Capstone: Analyzing (Social) Network Data

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Peer Review, Graph Theory, Technical Communication, Data Structures, Algorithms, Analysis, Computer Science

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    101 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Digital Business Marketing with Easil

    Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Facebook, Digital Advertising, Graphic Design, Marketing Design, Marketing Materials, Online Advertising, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Social Media, Digital Marketing Tools, Dashboard, Marketing, User Accounts, Business

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    30 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Oracle Database Platform

    Skills you'll gain: Oracle SQL Developer, Oracle Databases, PL/SQL, Databases, Relational Databases, SQL, Database Management Systems, Database Architecture and Administration, Stored Procedure, Database Management, Data Management, Network Architecture, Software Development Tools, Change Control

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    121 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IE Business School

    Riesgos y oportunidades empresariales en una economía globalizada

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Financial Policy, International Finance, Economic Development, Trend Analysis, Market Opportunities, Business Economics, International Relations, Risk Analysis, European History, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Business Risk Management, Public Policies, Growth Strategies, Business Strategies, Demography, Investments

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    186 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    An Introduction to the U.S. Food System: Perspectives from Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Food and Beverage, Sustainable Systems, Public Health, Community Health, Social Justice, Sustainable Development, Community Development, Health Equity, Systems Thinking, Land Management, Environment, Environmental Issue, Environment and Resource Management, Health Policy, Public Policies, Health Promotion, Manufacturing and Production, Advocacy, Economics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    164 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Intellectual Change in Early China: Warring States and Han

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Liberal Arts, World History, Ancient History, Political Sciences, Economics, Governance

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    125 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible para las empresas

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Business Strategies, Business Strategy, Business Modeling, Stakeholder Communications, Business Planning, Strategic Communication, Communication Strategies, Stakeholder Engagement, Social Impact, Business Operations, Goal Setting, Strategic Prioritization, Prioritization, Stakeholder Analysis, Value Propositions

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    221 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Negotiation Skills and Effective Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, De-escalation Techniques, Active Listening

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    87 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Project Controls, Project Documentation, Business Analysis Tools, Stakeholder Communications, Project Coordination, Requirements Management, Earned Value Management, Project Performance, Team Oriented, Plan Execution, Risk Management, Acceptance Testing, Product Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership Studies, Kanban Principles, Waterfall Methodology, Team Leadership, Communication Planning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    84 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Learning Technologies Foundations and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Learning Theory, Instructional Design, Digital pedagogy, Technology Solutions, Disabilities, Technology Strategies, Emerging Technologies, Gerontology

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    196 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Escritura académica. Estilos de citación y referenciación.: Universidad Nacional de Colombia
  • Using Google Forms for Student Success: Coursera
  • Capstone: Analyzing (Social) Network Data: University of California San Diego
  • Digital Business Marketing with Easil: Coursera
  • Oracle Database Platform: LearnQuest
  • Riesgos y oportunidades empresariales en una economía globalizada: IE Business School
  • An Introduction to the U.S. Food System: Perspectives from Public Health: Johns Hopkins University
  • Intellectual Change in Early China: Warring States and Han: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible para las empresas: Universidad de los Andes
  • Negotiation Skills and Effective Communication : Tecnológico de Monterrey

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