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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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    Find the Best Social Work Course for Your Goals

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      Coursera Project Network

      Marketing Digital con Easil

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Facebook, Social Media Content, Online Advertising, Digital Advertising, Graphic Design, Content Creation, Team Oriented

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Universidades Anáhuac

      Maya Culture in Yucatan

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Culture, Anthropology, World History, Social Sciences, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Timelines, Art History

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      العمل الجماعي والإبداع

      Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Creativity, Professional Development, Teamwork, Team Building, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Collaboration, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Business, Cognitive flexibility, Open Mindset, Influencing, Communication, Critical Thinking, Decision Making

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Digital Media and Strategic Planning in Technology Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Search Engine Optimization, Competitive Analysis, Digital Media Strategy, Web Analytics and SEO, Business Modeling, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Business Strategy, Content Marketing, Market Analysis, Paid media, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Video Production

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Shanghai Jiao Tong University

      The amazing world of the ethnic groups of Yunnan Province

      Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Culture, English Language, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Performing Arts, Diversity Awareness, Anthropology, Social Studies, Music, Demography

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Crea, crece y administra grupos de Facebook

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Social Media, Social Media Management, Drive Engagement, People Management, Marketing Analytics, Rapport Building, Growth Strategies, Organizational Skills

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Practical Multi AI Agents and Advanced Use Cases with crewAI

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Generative AI Agents, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Agentic systems, Automation, Prompt Engineering, Application Development, Application Deployment, Interoperability, Test Case

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      ChatGPT API for Developers: Integrate AI Effortlessly

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Application Programming Interface (API), OpenAI, Authentications, Key Management, Generative AI, Scripting, Artificial Intelligence, Performance Tuning

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Duke University

      Strategic Management for Churches

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Leadership and Management, Business Metrics, Culture, Organizational Leadership, Business Priorities, Leadership, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Measurement, Goal Setting, Communication

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      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      How to Prioritize ESG Initiatives

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Strategic Prioritization, Prioritization, Sustainability Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Stakeholder Engagement, Organizational Strategy, Decision Making, Professional Networking

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Sales Operations Specialists

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Operations, Sales Process, Generative AI Agents, Sales Management, Sales Strategy, Sales, Business Ethics, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Prompt Engineering, Customer Relationship Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Whizlabs

      NVIDIA: Fundamentals of Deep Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Artificial Neural Networks, Tensorflow, Machine Learning Methods, Supervised Learning, Data Processing, Network Model, Network Architecture

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Marketing Digital con Easil: Coursera Project Network
    • Maya Culture in Yucatan: Universidades Anáhuac
    • العمل الجماعي والإبداع: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Digital Media and Strategic Planning in Technology Markets: University of Colorado Boulder
    • The amazing world of the ethnic groups of Yunnan Province: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
    • Crea, crece y administra grupos de Facebook: Coursera Project Network
    • Practical Multi AI Agents and Advanced Use Cases with crewAI: DeepLearning.AI
    • ChatGPT API for Developers: Integrate AI Effortlessly: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Strategic Management for Churches: Duke University
    • How to Prioritize ESG Initiatives: Duke University

    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)
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    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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