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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


  • F

    Fundação Lemann

    Fundamentos do Google para o Ensino

    Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Google Workspace, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Learning Management Systems, Gmail, Educational Materials, Collaboration, Document Management, Data Sharing, Content Management Systems, Cloud Storage, Spreadsheet Software

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

  • U

    University of Amsterdam

    Alternative Mobility Narratives

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Storytelling, Social Impact, Critical Thinking, Sustainable Systems, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Economics

    ★ 4.8 (38) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Cybersecurity Policy for Aviation and Internet Infrastructures

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure Security, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management Framework, Technology Roadmaps, Network Infrastructure, Transportation Operations, Mobile Security

    ★ 4.7 (259) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Viral Marketing and How to Craft Contagious Content

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Social Media Strategy, Content Marketing, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Shared Media, Social Media, Consumer Behaviour, Driving engagement, Marketing Communications, Content Creation, Influencing, Social Media Campaigns, Persuasive Communication, Advertising, Marketing, Earned Media, Marketing Psychology, Social Sciences, Brand Strategy

    ★ 4.8 (5.3K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Basics of Inclusive Design for Online Education

    Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Learning Management Systems, Disabilities, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Document Management, Technical Writing, Technical Communication, Microsoft Office, Image Analysis

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

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Primate Conservation

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Case Studies, Environment and Resource Management, Environment, Mitigation, Environmental Issue, Risk Analysis, Biology, Sustainable Development, Community Outreach, Taxonomy, Anthropology

    ★ 4.6 (51) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Peking University

    Chinese for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Vocabulary, Oral Expression, Oral Comprehension, Virtual Reality, Grammar, Communication

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

  • U

    Universidad Austral

    La alfabetización temprana en contextos rurales

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Oral Expression, Literacy, Childhood Education and Development, Working With Children, Writing, Vocabulary, Child Development, Parent Communication, Learning Strategies, Family Support, Language Learning, Teaching, Interactive Learning, Instructional Strategies

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

  • U

    University of Geneva

    Exercer son esprit critique à l’ère informationnelle

    Skills you'll gain: Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking, Scientific Methods, Learning Strategies, Research, Psychology, digital literacy, Media and Communications, Social Impact, Social Network Analysis

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

  • S

    Stanford University

    Stanford Introduction to Food and Health

    Skills you'll gain: Cooking, Nutrition Education, Meal Planning And Preparation, Health Promotion, Health Education, Food and Beverage, Nutrition and Diet, Public Health, Behavior Management, Social Studies, Habit Formation, Cultural Diversity, Health Informatics, Chronic Diseases

    ★ 4.7 (34K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Anti-Racism III

    Skills you'll gain: Community Outreach, Social Justice, Community Organizing, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Training, Advocacy, Social Impact, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Community Development, Cultural Diversity

    ★ 5 (15) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Community Awareness: Police Brutality in the U.S.

    Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Community Development, Social Justice, Community and Social Work, Advocacy, Discussion Facilitation, Journalism, Diversity Awareness, Public History, Public Policies, Policy Analysis

    ★ 4.4 (23) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Fundamentos do Google para o Ensino: Fundação Lemann
  • Alternative Mobility Narratives: University of Amsterdam
  • Cybersecurity Policy for Aviation and Internet Infrastructures: University of Colorado System
  • Viral Marketing and How to Craft Contagious Content: University of Pennsylvania
  • Basics of Inclusive Design for Online Education: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Primate Conservation: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Chinese for Beginners: Peking University
  • La alfabetización temprana en contextos rurales : Universidad Austral
  • Exercer son esprit critique à l’ère informationnelle: University of Geneva
  • Stanford Introduction to Food and Health: Stanford University

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