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    Social work courses can help you learn how to support individuals and communities through advocacy, counseling, and social services in a variety of settings.

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      LearnQuest

      Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming with Java

      Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Virtual Machines, Package and Software Management

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      507 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      London Business School

      Future Ready Company

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Digital Transformation, Resilience, Operational Risk, Leadership Development, Business Transformation, Business Continuity, Sustainability Reporting, Team Motivation, Business Ethics, Crisis Management, Risk Management, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Leadership Studies, Organizational Change, Change Management, Innovation, Data Strategy, Communication

      4.7
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      163 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Legal Aspects of Entrepreneurship

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Commercial Laws, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial Finance, Vendor Contracts, Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Contract Negotiation, Contract Management, Contract Review, Business, Legal Strategy, Labor Law, Business Management, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Innovation, Regulation and Legal Compliance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      251 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Designing, Running, and Analyzing Experiments

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Experimentation, Usability Testing, Usability, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, UI/UX Research, R Programming, User Experience, Research Design, Data Collection, Human Computer Interaction, Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis

      3.6
      Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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      592 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Inicio y planificación de proyectos

      Skills you'll gain: Project Planning, Conflict Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Project Scoping, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Management Life Cycle, Stakeholder Communications, Influencing, Organizational Structure

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      539 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yale University

      The Nature of Genius

      Skills you'll gain: Curiosity, Creativity, Innovation, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Human Development, Diversity Awareness, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Intellectual Property

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      198 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Macquarie University

      Adapt your leadership style

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Change, Influencing, Diversity and Inclusion, Self-Awareness, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Treatment Planning, Patient Safety, Health Care, Research, Patient Evaluation, Health Policy, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Treatment, Pharmacology, Safety Assurance, Mental Health Therapies, Science and Research, Regulation and Legal Compliance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      459 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Houston

      American Deaf Culture

      Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Social Justice, Culture, Diversity Awareness, Sociology, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Special Education, Education and Training, Non-Verbal Communication, Civil Law

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      381 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of New Mexico

      International Business II

      Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Entrepreneurship, Global Marketing, Business Management, New Business Development, Business, Organizational Structure, Workforce Management, Organizational Strategy, Economics, Market Dynamics, Cultural Diversity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Introduction to Business Analytics: Communicating with Data

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Data Collection, Data Quality, Business Analytics, Data Visualization Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Communication, R Programming

      Build toward a degree

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      629 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introduction to Systems Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Model Based Systems Engineering, Failure Analysis, Systems Engineering, Requirements Management, Design Reviews, Cost Management, Scope Management, Engineering Management, Risk Management, Program Management, Requirements Analysis, Project Controls, User Requirements Documents, Business Requirements, Project Management, Product Requirements, Earned Value Management, Systems Architecture, Test Planning, Systems Design

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      110 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming with Java: LearnQuest
    • Future Ready Company: London Business School
    • Legal Aspects of Entrepreneurship: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Designing, Running, and Analyzing Experiments: University of California San Diego
    • Inicio y planificación de proyectos: University of California, Irvine
    • The Nature of Genius: Yale University
    • Adapt your leadership style: Macquarie University
    • Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices: University of Minnesota
    • American Deaf Culture: University of Houston
    • International Business II: University of New Mexico

    Why Learn Social Work?

    Social work is a practice-based profession focused on supporting individuals, families, and communities through challenges like poverty, mental health, and social inequality. It blends advocacy, communication, and problem-solving to promote well-being and social justice. Learning social work can prepare you to make a meaningful impact in healthcare, education, policy, and human services.

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