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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


  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Evaluación del y para el aprendizaje en educación universitaria

    Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Formal Learning, Education and Training, Pedagogy, Data Collection, Student-Centred Learning, Higher Education, Instructional Strategies, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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

  • 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 (35) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • W

    Wesleyan University

    Property and Liability: An Introduction to Law and Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Court Systems, Civil Law, Adjudication, Litigation and Civil Justice, Property and Real Estate, Personal Injury Law, Economics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Resource Allocation, Compensation Management

    ★ 4.6 (577) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Chinese Politics Part 2 – China and the World

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, International Finance, World History, Diplomacy, Political Sciences, Economics, Economic Development, Strategic Partnership, Policy Analysis, Security Strategy, Governance, Science and Research

    ★ 4.7 (139) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Learning Experience Design: Theories and Frameworks

    Skills you'll gain: Course Development, Instructional Design, Learning Theory, Brainstorming, Design, Needs Assessment, Motivational Skills, Prototyping, Student-Centred Learning, Analysis, Communication, Collaboration

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

  • U

    Universidad de Palermo

    Trastorno por Déficit de Atención con Hiperactividad (TDAH)

    Skills you'll gain: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Clinical Psychology, Developmental Disabilities, Psychiatry, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Disabilities, Mental and Behavioral Health, Child Development, Treatment Planning, Pediatrics, Clinical Assessment, Patient Treatment, Behavior Management, Psychological Evaluations, Patient Evaluation

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

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Performance Assessment in the Virtual Classroom

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Data Management, Learning Management Systems, Virtual Environment, Digital pedagogy, Test Tools, Authentications, Test Planning

    ★ 4.7 (506) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Introducción a la teoría política

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Ancient History, Social Justice, Social Sciences, European History, Media and Communications, Liberal Arts, Public Affairs, Sociology, World History, Socioeconomics, Governance

    ★ 4.9 (41) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Case Western Reserve University

    Becoming a Sports Agent

    Skills you'll gain: Labor Relations, Brand Management, Branding, Brand Marketing, Intellectual Property, Labor Law, Arbitration, Wealth Management, Contract Negotiation, Client Services, Recruitment, Talent Recruitment, Financial Management, Relationship Management, Financial Planning

    ★ 4.7 (155) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    La formación del pensamiento crítico en la era digital

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Social Justice, Critical Thinking, Diversity Awareness, digital literacy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Education and Training, Community and Social Work, Social Impact, Cultural Diversity, Electronic Media, Intercultural Competence, Media and Communications, Pedagogy, Instructional Strategies

    ★ 4.8 (321) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The Museum of Modern Art

    Modern and Contemporary Art and Design

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Art History, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Performing Arts, Creativity, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Visual Storytelling, Aesthetics, Electronic Media, Liberal Arts, Media and Communications, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Responsiveness, Cultural Sensitivity, Multimedia, Storytelling, Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Design, Social Studies

    ★ 4.8 (12K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • N

    National Taiwan University

    實驗經濟學 (Experimental Economics: Behavioral Game Theory)

    Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Experimentation, Research Design, Behavioral Economics, Negotiation, Science and Research, Research, Economics, Strategic Decision-Making, Social Sciences, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making, Socioeconomics, Report Writing, Presentations

    ★ 4.8 (81) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Evaluación del y para el aprendizaje en educación universitaria: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Negotiating Learner Differences: Towards Productive Diversity in Learning: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Property and Liability: An Introduction to Law and Economics: Wesleyan University
  • Chinese Politics Part 2 – China and the World: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Learning Experience Design: Theories and Frameworks: University of Michigan
  • Trastorno por Déficit de Atención con Hiperactividad (TDAH): Universidad de Palermo
  • Performance Assessment in the Virtual Classroom: University of California, Irvine
  • Introducción a la teoría política: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • Becoming a Sports Agent: Case Western Reserve University
  • La formación del pensamiento crítico en la era digital: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

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