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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

    University of California, Irvine

    Advanced Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Style Guides, Peer Review

    ★ 4.7 (2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • 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

  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Iniciación y Planificación de Proyectos

    Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Work Breakdown Structure, Stakeholder Analysis, Scope Management, Stakeholder Communications, Project Planning, Planning, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Influencing, Conflict Management, Leadership, Organizational Structure

    ★ 4.7 (4.6K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google AR & VR

    Introduction to Augmented Reality and ARCore

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Reality, Application Design, Virtual Environment, 3D Assets, Unity Engine, Mobile Development, User Experience, User Flows, Computer Hardware

    ★ 4.5 (3.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Digital Fluency

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Storytelling, Content Creation, Cyber Security Strategy, Digital Publishing, Vulnerability Assessments, Non-Verbal Communication, Health Technology, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Personal Care, Constructive Feedback, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Computer Literacy, Data Literacy

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • L

    Lund University

    AI, Business & the Future of Work

    Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, AI Enablement, Organizational Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Business Transformation, Business Risk Management, AI literacy, Risk Analysis, AI Integrations, Automation, Thought Leadership, Data Ethics, Human Machine Interfaces

    ★ 4.6 (2.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google

    Assess for Success: Marketing Analytics and Measurement

    Skills you'll gain: Media Planning, Spreadsheet Software, A/B Testing, Return On Investment, Marketing Analytics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Google Analytics, Campaign Management, Pivot Tables And Charts, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Planning, Data-Driven Marketing, Performance Measurement, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Digital Marketing, Data Presentation, Paid media, Data Visualization, Google Ads, Marketing Budgets

    ★ 4.6 (2.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

    AI and Sustainability: Leading Responsibly

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Sustainable Business, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Sustainability, AI Product Strategy, Governance, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business Leadership, Sustainable Development, Artificial Intelligence, Sustainable Systems, Social Justice, Organizational Leadership, AI literacy, Organizational Strategy, Sustainable Technologies, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Change Management, Risk Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    Introduction to Microsoft Azure Cloud Services

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Services, Virtualization, Cloud Computing, Cloud Solutions, Virtual Machines, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Storage, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Public Cloud, Virtual Networking, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Management, Data Storage, Database Management Systems, Scalability

    ★ 4.5 (2.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Use Canva to Design Digital Course Collateral

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Color Theory, Color Matching, Developing Training Materials, Course Development, Design, Digital Design, Design Elements And Principles, Graphic Design, Creative Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Marketing, Social Media

    ★ 4.6 (1.7K) · Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Teach English Now! Lesson Design and Assessment

    Skills you'll gain: Design Elements And Principles, Design Strategies, English Language, Language Learning

    ★ 4.9 (5.1K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Digital Wellness

    Skills you'll gain: Health Technology, Personal Care, Constructive Feedback, digital literacy, Personal Development, Stress Management, Self-Awareness, Time Management, Digital Analysis, Professional Development, Technology Solutions, Mental Health, Mental Concentration, Technology Strategies, Habit Formation, Mindfulness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Advanced Writing: University of California, Irvine
  • Turn Ideas Into Unique Content: Tools For Creative Writing : Skillshare
  • Iniciación y Planificación de Proyectos: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Introduction to Augmented Reality and ARCore: Google AR & VR
  • Professional Skills: Digital Fluency: Arizona State University
  • AI, Business & the Future of Work: Lund University
  • Assess for Success: Marketing Analytics and Measurement: Google
  • AI and Sustainability: Leading Responsibly: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
  • Introduction to Microsoft Azure Cloud Services: Microsoft
  • Use Canva to Design Digital Course Collateral: Coursera

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