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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


  • G

    Google

    Foundations of Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Workflow Management, Data Science, Advanced Analytics, Analytical Skills, Business Solutions, Technical Communication, Process Design, Project Management, Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Machine Learning

    ★ 4.7 (3.9K) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Amsterdam

    Quantitative Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Research Design, Sampling (Statistics), Science and Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Surveys, Quantitative Research, Data Collection, Social Sciences, Survey Creation, Experimentation, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    ★ 4.7 (2.4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Influencing People

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Leadership Development, Professional Networking, Relationship Building, Public Speaking, Rapport Building, Decision Making, Communication, People Development, Tactfulness, Relationship Management, Social Skills, Trustworthiness, Independent Thinking, Organizational Structure

    ★ 4.8 (4.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Enhance Student Learning with Interactive Lessons in Nearpod

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Real Time Data, Google Workspace

    ★ 4.8 (48) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Proyecto final: Evaluación del y para el aprendizaje

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Program Evaluation, Qualitative Research, Survey Creation, Systems Thinking, Portfolio Management, Test Tools, Test Planning

    ★ 4.9 (60) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Reimagining Educational Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Initiative and Leadership, Open Mindset, Education and Training, Leadership, Community Development, Empowerment, Teaching, Pedagogy, Self-Awareness, Collaboration, Family Support, Community Organizing, Personal Development, Professional Development, Relationship Building, Network Analysis

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

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Series Orientation: Transforming Education

    Skills you'll gain: Student-Centred Learning, Instructional Strategies, Education and Training, Community Development, Instructional Design, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Collaboration, Time Management

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

  • U

    Universidades Anáhuac

    Fundamentos de Investigación Científica

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Research, Systems Thinking, Liberal Arts, Research Methodologies, Experimentation, Deductive Reasoning, Investigation, Innovation

    ★ 4.7 (7) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Machine Learning and Human Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Machine Learning Methods, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Learning Management Systems, Digital pedagogy, Artificial Intelligence, AI literacy, Data Mining, Learning Theory, Human Factors, Human Computer Interaction

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Improving Content Mastery with Quizlet

    Skills you'll gain: Educational Materials, Organizational Skills, Education Software and Technology, Learning Strategies, Digital pedagogy, Test Tools

    ★ 4.7 (35) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • É

    École normale supérieure

    Ecological and Energy Transitions in Southern Countries

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Economic Development, Governance, Sustainable Business, Environmental Issue, Socioeconomics, Environment, Natural Resource Management, Climate Change Mitigation, Environment and Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Accounting, Project Finance, Environmental Policy, General Finance, Finance, Advocacy, Economics, Lobbying, Cost Benefit Analysis

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

  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Introduction to User Experience Design

    Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Prototyping, User Experience, User Centered Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability, Requirements Analysis, UI/UX Research, Requirements Elicitation, User Interface (UI), Design Research, Interaction Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Usability Testing, User Research

    ★ 4.6 (9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Foundations of Data Science: Google
  • Quantitative Methods: University of Amsterdam
  • Influencing People: University of Michigan
  • Enhance Student Learning with Interactive Lessons in Nearpod: Coursera
  • Proyecto final: Evaluación del y para el aprendizaje: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Reimagining Educational Innovation: University of Michigan
  • Series Orientation: Transforming Education: University of Michigan
  • Fundamentos de Investigación Científica: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Machine Learning and Human Learning: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Improving Content Mastery with Quizlet: Coursera

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