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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


  • I

    IBM

    IBM Generative AI Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Unit Testing, Large Language Modeling, LangChain, Generative AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Responsible AI, Unsupervised Learning, Generative Model Architectures, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), LLM Application, Keras (Neural Network Library), Supervised Learning, Generative AI Agents, Model Evaluation, Flask (Web Framework), Vector Databases, Exploratory Data Analysis, Fine-tuning, Python Programming

    4.7 stars, 101K reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (101K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Top AI program
    Top AI program
  • P

    Peking University

    Chinese for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Oral Expression, Grammar, Communication

    4.8 stars, 20K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (20K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google

    System Administration and IT Infrastructure Services

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Administration, IT Infrastructure, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Cloud Management, Active Directory, Server Administration, Disaster Recovery, Cloud Infrastructure, Technical Consulting, Cloud Services, Servers, Network Infrastructure

    4.8 stars, 27K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (27K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Microsoft Excel: Learn with Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Dashboard, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft 365, ChatGPT, Data Analysis, Microsoft Office, Data Visualization, Document Management, Project Management Software, Collaborative Software, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Text Mining, Project Management, Data Entry, Generative AI, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    4.6 stars, 24K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (24K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Hot new release
    Hot new release
  • I

    IBM

    IBM Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Data Presentation, Plotly, Data Visualization Software, Web Scraping, SQL, Unsupervised Learning, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Cleansing, Supervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Jupyter, Data Literacy, Exploratory Data Analysis, Generative AI, Professional Networking, Data Visualization, Python Programming

    4.6 stars, 151K reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (151K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Recently updated
    Recently updated
  • S

    Sciences Po

    Cities are back in town : urban sociology for a globalizing urban world

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Culture, Sustainable Development, Social Sciences, Economic Development, Governance, Economics

    4.5 stars, 198 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (198) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Improve Your English Communication Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentation, Presentations, Oral Expression, Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Sales Presentations, Telephone Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Interviewing Skills, Public Speaking, English Language, Business Communication, Professional Networking, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, Non-Verbal Communication, Writing, LinkedIn, Web Content, Social Media Content

    4.7 stars, 27K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (27K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Bestseller
    Bestseller
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    English for Career Development

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Writing, Business Writing, Oral Expression, Interviewing Skills, Language Learning, Verbal Communication Skills, Concision, Professional Networking, Communication

    4.8 stars, 17K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (17K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Primeros Auxilios Psicológicos (PAP)

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Intervention, Stress First Aid, Emergency Response, First Aid, Stress Management, Disabilities, Mental Health, Family Support, Working With Children

    4.9 stars, 12K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (12K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google

    Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design

    Skills you'll gain: User Experience, UI/UX Research, User Experience Design, User Research, Design Thinking, Design Research, Usability, User Centered Design, Design, Prototyping, Usability Testing, Sprint Retrospectives, Wireframing, Ideation

    4.8 stars, 76K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (76K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Trending right now
    Trending right now
  • M

    Meta

    Social Media Management

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Management, Social Media Content, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Instagram, Content Creation, Content Performance Analysis, Content Scheduling, Content Development and Management, Social Media Analytics, Content Marketing, Content Management, Branding, Performance Analysis, Customer Engagement

    4.8 stars, 6.1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (6.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Pedagogía Social y Educación Social

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Social Work, Empowerment, Education and Training, Pedagogy, Community and Social Work, Community Development, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Disabilities, Childhood Education and Development, Working With Children, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.6 stars, 204 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (204) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
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