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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


  • D

    Duke University

    Introduction to Logic and Critical Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Deductive Reasoning, Critical Thinking, Logical Reasoning, Computational Logic, Analysis, Probability, Diagram Design, Sampling (Statistics), Persuasive Communication, Verification And Validation, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Correlation Analysis, Communication, Decision Intelligence, Appeals, Business Communication

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    3.7K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Operating Systems: Overview, Administration, and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Cloud Computing, Linux, Linux Commands, Linux Administration, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Operating Systems, Windows Servers, Microsoft Windows, File Systems, Systems Administration, Mac OS, Command-Line Interface, Virtual Machines, Firewall, Virtualization, Knowledge of Apple Software, File Management, User Accounts

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    5.7K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Brand Voice for Social Content

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Content, Social Media, Blogs, Social Media Marketing, Instagram, Social Media Strategy, Content Creation, Case Studies, Content Development and Management, Keyword Research, Concision, Brand Management, Copywriting, Content Strategy, Branding, Standard Operating Procedure

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Skillshare

    Turn Ideas Into Unique Content: Tools For Creative Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Blogs, Content Creation, Journals, Writing, Organizational Skills, Personal Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Virginia

    Agile Meets Design Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Product Development, User Story, Design Thinking, Product Improvement, Agile Methodology, Agile Software Development, Product Development, Sprint Retrospectives, Usability Testing, Agile Project Management, User Centered Design, User Research, Persona Development, Innovation, Product Management, Discussion Facilitation, Storytelling, Software Development, Testability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    3.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Financial Accounting: Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Revenue Recognition, Accrual Accounting, Financial Statements, Accruals, Accounting, Financial Accounting, Accounting Records, Inventory Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Balance Sheet, Financial Reporting

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    4.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    The Science of Success: What Researchers Know that You Should Know

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Growth Mindedness, Action Oriented, Goal-Oriented, Personal Development, Self-Motivation, Positivity, Goal Setting, Conscientiousness, Resilience, Persistence, Overcoming Obstacles, Planning, Learning Strategies, Social Network Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of London

    Global Diplomacy: the United Nations in the World

    Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Crisis Intervention, Sustainable Development, Social and Human Services, Human Services, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Social Justice, Public Safety and National Security, Governance, Advocacy, Policy Analysis, World History, Case Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad de Chile

    América Latina en los cambios internacionales: amenazas y oportunidades.

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Diplomacy, World History, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Public Policies, Cultural Diversity, Strategic Partnership, Economic Development, Governance

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Java for Android

    Skills you'll gain: Android Studio, Android Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Android (Operating System), Java Programming, Java, Mobile Development, Object Oriented Design, Data Structures, Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Development Environment

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    3.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • K

    Knowledge Accelerators

    Excel to Power BI: Data Analysis & Business Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Presentation, Dashboard Creation, Microsoft Excel, Dashboard, Excel Formulas, Business Intelligence Software, Data Modeling, Datamaps, Business Reporting, Data Sharing, Data Entry, Data Analysis, Management Reporting, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Storytelling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Trend Analysis, Data Management

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.7K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • S

    SkillsBooster Academy

    Social Media Marketing with ChatGPT

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, ChatGPT, Content Creation, Campaign Management, Social Media Content, Customer Communications Management, Social Media Management, Advertising Campaigns, Personalized Campaigns, Digital Media Strategy, Social Media Analytics, Content Development and Management, Campaign Planning, Promotions and Campaigns, Content Scheduling, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to Logic and Critical Thinking: Duke University
  • Operating Systems: Overview, Administration, and Security: IBM
  • Brand Voice for Social Content: Coursera
  • Turn Ideas Into Unique Content: Tools For Creative Writing : Skillshare
  • Agile Meets Design Thinking: University of Virginia
  • Financial Accounting: Foundations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • The Science of Success: What Researchers Know that You Should Know: University of Michigan
  • Global Diplomacy: the United Nations in the World: University of London
  • América Latina en los cambios internacionales: amenazas y oportunidades. : Universidad de Chile
  • Java for Android: Vanderbilt University

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