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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


  • A

    Akamai Technologies, Inc.

    Akamai Network Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Linux, Endpoint Security, Database Management, Incident Response, Relational Databases, Network Security, Database Systems, Vulnerability Scanning, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Databases, Linux Administration, File Systems, Routing Protocols, OSI Models, Application Development, Remote Access Systems, Scripting, MySQL

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    353 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of London

    Global Energy and Climate Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Policy, Climate Change Programs, International Relations, Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Issue, Petroleum Industry, Oil and Gas, Governance, Diplomacy, Public Policies, Policy Development, Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Development, Policy Analysis, Economics, Security Strategy, Electric Power Systems, Sustainable Technologies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    730 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Generative AI Essentials: Overview and Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, ChatGPT, AI literacy, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Business Economics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, AI Integrations, Social Studies, Intellectual Property

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    338 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Y

    Yonsei University

    Big Data Emerging Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Big Data, SPSS (Software), SPSS, Analytics, Real Time Data, Apache Hadoop, Data Processing, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Business Planning, Data Storage Technologies, Business Strategy, Business Strategies, Market Share, Distributed Computing, Machine Learning Algorithms, File Systems

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    321 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Azure Management Tools and Security Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Serverless Computing, Security Strategy, Network Security, Firewall, Cloud Applications, Cloud Management, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Services, System Monitoring, Cloud Security, Cloud Deployment, Application Security, Internet Of Things, Software Development Tools, Artificial Intelligence, Key Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    545 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    NLP: Twitter Sentiment Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Model Training, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Text Mining, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Probability & Statistics, Natural Language Processing, Data Preprocessing, Social Media Analytics, Unstructured Data, Classification Algorithms, Python Programming, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Automation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    374 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Evaluación educativa

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Program Evaluation, Patient Evaluation, Formal Learning, Qualitative Research, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Education and Training, Educational Materials, Health Assessment, Pedagogy, Psychological Evaluations, Survey Creation, Simulations, Quantitative Research, Teaching, Clinical Assessment, Data Collection, Instructional Design, Quality Assessment, Case Studies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    876 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Professional Success Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Business Ethics, Business Analytics, Data Visualization, Ideation, Data Literacy, Creative Problem-Solving, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Brainstorming, Business Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Accounting, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Brand Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    467 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Washington

    Speaking to inform: Discussing complex ideas with clear explanations and dynamic slides

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Peer Review, Communication, Constructive Feedback, Communication Strategies, Concision, Trustworthiness, Writing, Goal Setting, Organizational Skills

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    470 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Collaborating with G Suite Apps

    Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Google Workspace, Gmail, Telecommuting, File Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    419 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • P

    Princeton University

    Global Systemic Risk

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Systems Thinking, World History, International Relations, Risk Management, Systems Analysis, Social Network Analysis, International Finance, Financial Systems, Infectious Diseases, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Governance, Epidemiology, Crisis Management, Complex Problem Solving, Economics, Supply Chain

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    450 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Leeds

    Training and Learning Online

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Collaboration, Collaborative Software, Learning Strategies, Personal Development, digital literacy, Communication, Self-Awareness, Digital Communications

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    157 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Akamai Network Engineering: Akamai Technologies, Inc.
  • Global Energy and Climate Policy: University of London
  • Generative AI Essentials: Overview and Impact: University of Michigan
  • Big Data Emerging Technologies: Yonsei University
  • Microsoft Azure Management Tools and Security Solutions: Microsoft
  • NLP: Twitter Sentiment Analysis: Coursera
  • Evaluación educativa: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Professional Success Skills: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Speaking to inform: Discussing complex ideas with clear explanations and dynamic slides: University of Washington
  • Collaborating with G Suite Apps: Coursera

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Human Resource Management (13)

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