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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 Colorado Boulder

    Rapid Prototyping of Embedded Interface Designs

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI), Embedded Software, Interactive Design, Human Computer Interaction, Embedded Systems, Prototyping, User Interface (UI) Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Software Design, Usability, HTML and CSS, Interaction Design, Real-Time Operating Systems, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Technical Design, Internet Of Things, User Experience Design, jQuery, Telecommunications, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    Build toward a degree

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Understanding the Value of Human-Centered Design

    Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, Stakeholder Engagement, Design Thinking, Design Research, Creativity, Ideation, Stakeholder Analysis, Cooperation, Data Collection, Storytelling, Collaboration, Innovation, Stakeholder Communications, Data Storytelling, User Research, Process Mapping, Communication, Needs Assessment, Diversity and Inclusion, Coordination

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Mastering PCB Design and Layout

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, USB, Threat Modeling, Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, Model Deployment, CI/CD, Electronics, Security Engineering, Electronic Systems, Electronics Engineering, Routing Protocols, Electrical Power, Electrical Engineering, Computer-Aided Design, Electronic Components, Schematic Diagrams, Drafting and Engineering Design, Technical Design, Design Software

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Social Media Landscape

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Management, Social Media Content, Marketing Communications, Target Audience, Strategic Communication, Media Strategy, Brand Marketing, Media and Communications, Brand Strategy, Brand Management, Advertising, Stakeholder Communications, Shared Media, Social Media Analytics, Persuasive Communication, Content Creation, Digital Marketing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Amsterdam

    Try RRI! A guide for Responsible Research and Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Science and Research, Research, Social Impact, Experimentation, Innovation, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Case Studies, Open Mindset, Stakeholder Engagement, Collaboration, Discussion Facilitation, Diversity Awareness, Teamwork, Planning

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Productivity in Remote Work

    Skills you'll gain: Telecommuting, Virtual Teams, Collaborative Software, Drive Engagement, Productivity, Productivity Software, Team Performance Management, Leadership, Teamwork, Meeting Facilitation, Employee Engagement, Collaboration, Driving engagement, Leadership Development, Business Correspondence, People Management, Communication, Business Writing, Communication Strategies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    14 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Y

    Yale University

    The Hunt: Job-Searching and Career-Building with Purpose

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Relationship Building, Goal Setting, Rapport Building, Oral Expression, Personal Development, Journey Mapping, Professional Development, Productivity, Self-Motivation, Self-Awareness, Storytelling, Prioritization, Accountability, Persistence, Communication, Interviewing Skills

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    Edureka

    Generative AI Automation Tools and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, Business Process Automation, Make.com, Automation, Agentic systems, Generative AI, LangChain, Agentic Workflows, Marketing Automation, LLM Application, AI Integrations, AI Security, Cloud Solutions, Prompt Engineering, Slack (Software), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Google Sheets

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    Logical Operations

    ITIL 4: Core Principles and Components

    Skills you'll gain: Information Technology Infrastructure Library, IT Service Management, Service Management, Information Technology, Operations Management, Information Technology Operations, Governance, Operations, Asset Management, Automation

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Bending the Curve: Climate Change Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities, Climate Change Programs, Mitigation, Social Justice, Social Impact, Electric Power Systems, Community Organizing, Social Determinants Of Health, Sustainable Development, International Relations, Health Disparities, Pollution Prevention, Social Sciences, Community Development, Health Equity, Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Technologies, Consumer Behaviour, Environmental Policy

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Digital Marketing Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Budgets, Competitive Analysis, Data-Driven Marketing, Customer Acquisition Management, Online Advertising, Digital Media Strategy, Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Campaign Management, Social Media Campaigns, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Customer Engagement, Customer Retention, Digital Advertising, Marketing Analytics, Digital Analysis, Journey Mapping, Marketing Planning, Marketing, Advertising Campaigns

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Social Media Marketing Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics, Paid media, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Social Media Analytics, Digital Media Strategy, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Digital Marketing Tools, Marketing Analytics, Digital Analysis, Data-Driven Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Earned Media, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media, Media Strategy, Content Performance Analysis, Analytics, Owned Media

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Rapid Prototyping of Embedded Interface Designs: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Understanding the Value of Human-Centered Design: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Mastering PCB Design and Layout: Coursera
  • The Social Media Landscape: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Try RRI! A guide for Responsible Research and Innovation: University of Amsterdam
  • Productivity in Remote Work: University of California, Irvine
  • The Hunt: Job-Searching and Career-Building with Purpose: Yale University
  • Generative AI Automation Tools and Applications: Edureka
  • ITIL 4: Core Principles and Components: Logical Operations
  • Bending the Curve: Climate Change Solutions: University of California San Diego

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