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.

University of Leeds
Skills you'll gain: Web Presence, Professional Development, Professionalism, digital literacy, Web Content, Relationship Building, Content Management, System Configuration, Information Privacy, General Networking, Planning, Communication Strategies, Action Oriented
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

National Taiwan University
Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Ancient History, Liberal Arts, Higher Education, Pedagogy, Social Sciences, Culture, Human Learning, Cultural Diversity, Conflict Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Intercultural Competence, Governance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Personally Identifiable Information, digital literacy, Data Security, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Community and Social Work, Digital Communications, Healthcare Ethics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Project Finance, Public Works, Sustainability Standards, Social Impact, Climate Change Adaptation, Environment, Strategic Partnership, Economic Development, Climate Change Mitigation, Stakeholder Engagement, Natural Resource Management, Project Planning, Governance, Diversity and Inclusion
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Content Scheduling, Social Media Content, Drive Engagement, Social Media, Social Media Management, Driving engagement, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Customer Engagement, Target Audience, Influencing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Employee Surveys, Analysis, User Accounts, Social Media, User Feedback, Social Media Marketing, Data Sharing, Account Management
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Relationship Building, Communication, Business Administration, Mitigation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Smart Goals, Emotional Intelligence, Positivity, Personal Development, Empathy, Social Skills, Self-Awareness, Professional Development, Resilience, Conflict Management, Behavior Management, Team Building, Stress Management, Team Motivation, Psychology, Leadership, Team Management, Team Leadership, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Community Health, Health Systems, Public Health, Health Policy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Justice, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Cultural Diversity, Data Collection
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Social Media Content, Meta Ads Manager, Advertising, Content Creation, Online Advertising, Resource Management, Social Media Management, Content Development and Management, Advertising Campaigns, Social Media, Campaign Management, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Digital Marketing Tools, Digital Marketing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Technical Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Expression, Presentations, Non-Verbal Communication, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Contingency Planning, Persuasive Communication, Technical Management, Communication, Target Audience, Professionalism, Adaptability
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Storytelling, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Advocacy, Social Studies, Writing, Culture
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks