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    • C

      Copenhagen Business School

      Art and the Digital Transformation

      Skills you'll gain: Socioeconomics, Liberal Arts, Digital Transformation, Advocacy, Community Development, Policy Development, Innovation, Creativity, Data Ethics, Technology Strategies, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Emerging Technologies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Scrape and analyze data analyst job requirements with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Cleansing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Scripting, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export, Data Capture, Data Transformation, Python Programming, Jupyter

      3.2
      Rating, 3.2 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      C

      Cinematic Health

      Exploring the Role of the Certified Nursing Assistant

      Skills you'll gain: Developmental Disabilities, Vital Signs, Cultural Responsiveness, Care Management, Rehabilitation, Respiratory Care, Treatment Planning, Hospice, Caregiving, Personal Care, Mental Health, Professionalism, Direct Patient Care, Nursing Homes, Nursing Care, Home Health Care, Active Listening, Social Skills, Chronic Diseases, Patient Education and Support

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • K

      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Rigid Body Dynamics

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Torque (Physics), Vibrations, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Calculus

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      U

      University of California, Davis

      Building Basic English Skills A1/A2

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Grammar, English Language, Language Competency, Literacy, Language Learning, Verbal Communication Skills, Cultural Diversity, Nutrition and Diet, Adaptability

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Y

      Yale University

      South Asian Religions & Ecology

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Environment and Resource Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Water Resources, Culture, Intercultural Competence, Social Justice, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, World History

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Project Execution and Control

      Skills you'll gain: Earned Value Management, Configuration Management, Project Controls, Conflict Management, Risk Management, Quality Assurance, Communication Strategies, Project Management, Quality Management, Project Performance, Plan Execution, Stakeholder Communications, Performance Measurement, Resource Allocation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      U

      Universidad de Palermo

      ¿Cómo ser feliz? Familia, Economía y Políticas Públicas

      Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Economic Development, Economics, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Socioeconomics, Human Development, Behavioral Economics, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Community Development, Gerontology, Relationship Building, Empathy, Child Development, Resilience, Cooperation, Personal Development, Cultural Diversity, Emotional Intelligence

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      B

      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Políticas educativas efectivas basadas en evidencia

      Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Curriculum Development, Teaching, Program Evaluation, Childhood Education and Development, Working With Children, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Salesforce

      Representante de desarrollo de ventas de Salesforce

      Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Sales Development, Growth Mindedness, Lead Generation, Time Management, Active Listening, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Enthusiasm, Constructive Feedback, Verbal Communication Skills, Prospecting and Qualification, Phone Sales, Cold Calling, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Productivity, Technical Sales, Interviewing Skills, Salesforce, Storytelling

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Neuroscience of Leading High-Performance Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Team Motivation, Team Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Team Building, Drive Engagement, Storytelling, Employee Coaching, Team Oriented, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Goal Setting, Employee Engagement, Influencing, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Neurology

      Build toward a degree

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      47 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      NIIT

      Developing Responsive Web Pages Using HTML5 and CSS3

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Web Design, Front-End Web Development, Mobile Development, UI Components

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Art and the Digital Transformation: Copenhagen Business School
    • Scrape and analyze data analyst job requirements with Python: Coursera Project Network
    • Exploring the Role of the Certified Nursing Assistant: Cinematic Health
    • Rigid Body Dynamics: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • Building Basic English Skills A1/A2: University of California, Davis
    • South Asian Religions & Ecology: Yale University
    • Project Execution and Control: Johns Hopkins University
    • ¿Cómo ser feliz? Familia, Economía y Políticas Públicas: Universidad de Palermo
    • Políticas educativas efectivas basadas en evidencia: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Representante de desarrollo de ventas de Salesforce: Salesforce

    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.

    Skills you can learn in Leadership And Management

    Leadership (53)
    Project Management (30)
    Plan (25)
    Planning (24)
    Modeling (17)
    Analytics (16)
    Human Resources (16)
    Decision-making (15)
    Change Management (14)
    Innovation (14)
    Negotiation (14)
    Human Resource Management (13)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Social Work

    Popular courses include Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change from the University of Michigan and Using Public Policy for Social Change from the University of Michigan. These courses explore topics such as counseling techniques, trauma-informed care, public policy, and advocacy.‎

    Yes. Many social work–related courses offer a free audit option, giving you access to video lectures and reading materials at no cost. To earn a certificate or complete assessments, you’ll need to pay or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn about human behavior, case management, ethics, mental health, community development, and working with diverse populations. Some courses also explore social welfare systems, cultural competency, and techniques for supporting individuals and families in crisis.‎

    Not necessarily. Many courses are beginner-friendly and introduce key social work concepts from the ground up. More advanced options may be better suited for learners with some experience in social sciences or community service.‎

    Yes. While Coursera doesn’t offer a full degree in social work, its courses can help you explore the field, build practical skills, and prepare for further education or roles in social services, counseling, nonprofit work, and community outreach.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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