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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


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    Vanderbilt University

    Hot Topics in Criminal Justice

    Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Social Justice, Legal Proceedings, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Disabilities, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cultural Diversity, Case Studies

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    The University of Sydney

    Information & Digital Literacy for University Success

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, digital literacy, Information Management, Research, Productivity, Data Sharing, Reliability, Organizational Skills, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Identity and Access Management, Intellectual Property

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    La formación del pensamiento crítico en la era digital

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, World History, Digital pedagogy, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Education and Training, International Relations, Media and Communications, Student Engagement

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    Princeton University

    Paradoxes of War

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Culture, Social Sciences, International Relations, Sociology, Social Impact, Conflict Management, Political Sciences, Psychology, Security Strategy

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Introducción a la producción audiovisual

    Skills you'll gain: Post-Production, Video Production, Videography, Storyboarding, Editing, Storytelling, Scripting

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    University of Colorado System

    Queering Identities: LGBTQ+ Sexuality and Gender Identity

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Cultural Sensitivity, Discussion Facilitation

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    University of Lausanne

    Doping : Sports, Organizations and Sciences

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Testing, Analytical Testing, Biochemistry, Legal Proceedings, Pharmacology, Sports Medicine, Culture, Social Sciences, Sociology, Social Determinants Of Health, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Learning, Knowledge, and Human Development

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Education and Training, Child Development, School Psychology, Pedagogy, Human Development, Higher Education, Learning Theory, Psychology, Social Sciences

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    University of London

    Global Energy and Climate Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Policy, International Relations, Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities, Environment, Petroleum Industry, Oil and Gas, Governance, Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Development, Policy Analysis, Economics, Security Strategy, Electric Power Systems

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    Sciences Po

    Migrations internationales : un enjeu mondial

    Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, World History, International Relations, Environmental Issue, European History, Social Sciences, Governance, Demography, Political Sciences, Socioeconomics, Policy Development, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Public Policies, Economic Development

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    The University of Chicago

    Internet Giants: The Law and Economics of Media Platforms

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Media and Communications, Digital Content, Technology Strategies, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Network Protocols, Telecommunications, Market Dynamics, Case Law, Lawsuits, Economics, Competitive Analysis

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    University of Geneva

    Rédaction de contrats

    Skills you'll gain: Arbitration, Contract Review, Vendor Contracts, Legal Risk, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Mediation, Coordination, Legal Strategy, Legal Writing, Commercial Laws, Service Level Agreement, Civil Law, Liquidation

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

  • Hot Topics in Criminal Justice: Vanderbilt University
  • Information & Digital Literacy for University Success: The University of Sydney
  • La formación del pensamiento crítico en la era digital: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Paradoxes of War: Princeton University
  • Introducción a la producción audiovisual: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Queering Identities: LGBTQ+ Sexuality and Gender Identity: University of Colorado System
  • Doping : Sports, Organizations and Sciences: University of Lausanne
  • Learning, Knowledge, and Human Development : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Global Energy and Climate Policy: University of London
  • Migrations internationales : un enjeu mondial: Sciences Po

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