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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


  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    The Politics of Skepticism

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, European History, Ancient History, Policy Analysis, Social Studies, Liberal Arts, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.5 stars, 42 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (42) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Negotiating Learner Differences: Towards Productive Diversity in Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Differentiated Instruction, Education and Training, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Digital pedagogy, Special Education, Human Learning, Teaching, Pedagogy, Higher Education, Student-Centred Learning, Instructional Strategies, Social Justice, Socioeconomics

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

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

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  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Cross-Cultural Communication and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Team Management, Team Building, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Responsiveness, Team Collaboration, Interpersonal Communications, Culture, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Diversity Awareness, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Constructive Feedback

    4.6 stars, 54 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (54) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • T

    The University of Notre Dame

    Ethics of Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Business Communication, Corporate Communications, Case Studies, Business Ethics, Interpersonal Communications, Crisis Management, Strategic Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Analysis

    4.8 stars, 78 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (78) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • G

    Google Cloud

    Create Engaging Video with Google Vids

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Video Editing, Visual Storytelling, Google Gemini, Generative AI, AI powered creativity, Multimedia, Media Production

    4.4 stars, 93 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (93) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • C

    Coursera

    Accounting Assistant

    Skills you'll gain: Accounts Payable and Receivable, Accounts Payable, Bookkeeping, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Cash Flow Forecasting, Month End Closing, Accounts Receivable, Balancing (Ledger/Billing), Financial Statements, Process Analysis, Payroll Processing, Accounting, Accounting Software, Reconciliation, General Ledger, Microsoft Excel, Internal Auditing, Variance Analysis, Data Transformation, Data Validation

    3.2 stars, 33 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 3.2 (33) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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  • U

    Universidad Austral

    Proyecto Final - Programa Especializado en Marketing Digital

    Skills you'll gain: Google Ads, Content Performance Analysis, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Digital Analysis, Digital Marketing, Digital Media Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Campaign Management, Media Buying, Social Media Content, Performance Analysis, Digital Brand Strategy, Paid media, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Digital Advertising, Marketing Planning, Pay Per Click Advertising, Digital Marketing Tools, Online Advertising

    4.9 stars, 68 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (68) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • L

    LearnKartS

    Effective Collaboration & Teamwork Skills for Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Team Collaboration, Teamwork, Team Building, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Team Management, Team Leadership, Team Motivation, Relationship Building, Cooperation, Drive Engagement, Emotional Intelligence, Professionalism, Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion, Productivity, Motivational Skills, Constructive Feedback, Diversity Awareness, Trustworthiness

    4.7 stars, 55 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (55) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • S

    SkillUp

    Get Started with Messaging & Collaboration Apps: Teams/Zoom

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Teams, Slack (Software), Google Workspace, Collaborative Software, Productivity Software, Team Management, Virtual Teams, Meeting Facilitation, Communication, Events and Conferences, Inbound Calls, Outbound Calls, Data Sharing, File Management

    4.9 stars, 78 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (78) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Understanding Political Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Critical Thinking, Case Studies, Research, Social Sciences, Governance, Sociology, Interactive Learning, Public Administration, Research Methodologies

    4.8 stars, 31 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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  • I

    Indian Institute for Human Settlements

    Shaping Urban Futures

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Sustainable Development, Community Development, Spatial Analysis, Environmental Issue, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Demography, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Policy, Socioeconomics, Systems Thinking, Economic Development, Sociology, Emerging Technologies, Cultural Diversity, Big Data, Data Literacy, Research Methodologies

    4.6 stars, 58 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (58) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Sustainability Reporting: From Regulation to Implementation

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainability Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Business Reporting, Data Storytelling, Compliance Reporting, Data Visualization, Performance Reporting, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Regulations, Stakeholder Communications, Strategic Communication, Corporate Communications, Regulatory Requirements, Stakeholder Engagement, Environmental Issue, Report Writing, Auditors Report, Return On Investment

    4.7 stars, 47 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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

  • The Politics of Skepticism: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Negotiating Learner Differences: Towards Productive Diversity in Learning: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Cross-Cultural Communication and Management: University of California, Davis
  • Ethics of Communication: The University of Notre Dame
  • Create Engaging Video with Google Vids: Google Cloud
  • Accounting Assistant: Coursera
  • Proyecto Final - Programa Especializado en Marketing Digital: Universidad Austral
  • Effective Collaboration & Teamwork Skills for Professionals: LearnKartS
  • Get Started with Messaging & Collaboration Apps: Teams/Zoom: SkillUp
  • Understanding Political Concepts: Università di Napoli Federico II

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