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      Coursera Project Network

      Create Striking Real Estate Instagram Posts in Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Animations, Instagram, Social Media Content, Content Creation, Design Elements And Principles, Design, Real Estate

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management in Banking in India

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Mitigation, Risk Management, Bank Regulations, Risk Management Framework, Business Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Compliance Management, Banking, Financial Regulations, Credit Risk, Operational Risk, Banking Services, Regulatory Requirements, Commercial Banking, Financial Industry Regulatory Authorities

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Taiwan University

      Edible Insects

      Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Culture, Nutrition and Diet, Innovation, Social Sciences, Environmental Science, Biology, Pharmaceuticals, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Economics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      University of California, Irvine

      Project Launch

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Communication Planning, Agile Project Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Scoping, Project Management, Project Schedules, Project Coordination, Stakeholder Communications, Project Planning, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Requirements Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Voxy

      Low Intermediate English: Personal Growth & Well-Being

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Goal Setting, Nutrition and Diet, English Language, Professional Development, Personal Development, Productivity, Self-Awareness, Language Learning, Time Management, Resilience, Grammar, Vocabulary, Communication

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Northeastern University

      Foundations in Human-Centered AI

      Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, Human Computer Interaction, Usability, Generative AI, Interaction Design, User Interface (UI), Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Deep Learning

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Aptly

      Google Search Advertising Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Google Ads, Content Performance Analysis, Advertising Campaigns, Performance Metric, Search Engine Marketing, Campaign Management, Pay Per Click Advertising, Keyword Research, Performance Measurement, Digital Advertising, Advertising, Marketing, Copywriting, Quality Assessment

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • K

      Kennesaw State University

      AI for Education (Advanced)

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Education Software and Technology, ChatGPT, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de los Andes

      ODS y sostenibilidad: una mirada desde los colegios

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Pedagogy, Course Development, Curriculum Development, Teaching, Student Engagement, Systems Thinking, Higher Education, Curriculum Planning, Instructing, Social Studies, Design Thinking, Community Development, Instructional Strategies, Discussion Facilitation, Creativity

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      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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      Free Trial
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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Construction Management Project Delivery Methods & Contracts

      Skills you'll gain: Construction Management, Bidding, Value Engineering, Project Closure, Construction, Risk Management, Contract Management, Architecture and Construction, Procurement, Project Design, Project Management, Feasibility Studies, Cost Reduction, Subcontracting

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Mobile Development with .NET MAUI

      Skills you'll gain: Mobile Development, Cross Platform Development, Restful API, .NET Framework, Authentications, User Interface (UI), Application Programming Interface (API), C# (Programming Language), Microsoft Visual Studio, Model View Controller, Development Environment, Data Access, Software Design Patterns, Data Modeling

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Create Striking Real Estate Instagram Posts in Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management in Banking in India: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Edible Insects: National Taiwan University
    • Project Launch: University of California, Irvine
    • Low Intermediate English: Personal Growth & Well-Being: Voxy
    • Foundations in Human-Centered AI: Northeastern University
    • Google Search Advertising Foundations: Aptly
    • AI for Education (Advanced): Kennesaw State University
    • ODS y sostenibilidad: una mirada desde los colegios: Universidad de los Andes
    • Rigid Body Dynamics: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    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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