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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

    • U

      University of Arizona

      Roman Art and Archaeology

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, World History, European History, Social Studies, Culture, Political Sciences, Governance, Timelines, Economics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      670 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Impacts of the Environment on Global Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Demography, Environmental Regulations, Environment Health And Safety, Social Justice, Systems Thinking, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Public Health, Health Equity, Environment, Health Disparities, Health Systems, Health Policy, Environmental Science, Pollution Prevention, Risk Management, Sanitation, Energy and Utilities, Mitigation, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      237 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Google Drive

      Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, File Management, Collaborative Software, Document Management, Data Sharing, Productivity Software, Cloud Storage, Identity and Access Management, Software Installation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      265 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of London

      Discover Acting

      Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Literacy, Self-Awareness, Verbal Communication Skills, Analytical Skills, Creativity, Communication, Adaptability

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      191 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Google Sheets - Advanced Topics

      Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Google Workspace, Data Validation, Data Visualization, Productivity Software, Data Analysis Software, Data Integration, Data Import/Export, Automation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      357 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Wesleyan University

      Property and Liability: An Introduction to Law and Economics

      Skills you'll gain: Civil Law, Legal Proceedings, Adjudication, Litigation and Civil Justice, Property and Real Estate, Economics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Technology Strategies, Compensation Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      542 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Exploring and Producing Data for Business Decision Making

      Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Probability Distribution, Business Analytics, Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Analytics, Statistical Inference, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Histogram, Data Collection, Data Presentation, Graphing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Sesenta años de inteligencia artificial

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Ethics, Social Sciences, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Emerging Technologies, Human Computer Interaction, Information Privacy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      451 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • E

      Eindhoven University of Technology

      Microwave engineering and antennas

      Skills you'll gain: Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Systems, Wireless Networks, Engineering Design Process, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Computer-Aided Design, Physics, Applied Mathematics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      141 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      ESSEC Business School

      Foundations of marketing analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Customer Analysis, Business Marketing, Advanced Analytics, Marketing Strategies, Business Analytics, Market Research, Customer Insights, R Programming, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Target Market, Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Customer Relationship Management, Statistical Methods, Data Manipulation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      761 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

      Patenting in Biotechnology

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Chemistry, Legal Risk, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Keyword Research, Molecular Biology, Strategic Thinking, Database Management Systems, Technical Writing, Research Reports, Databases

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      239 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidad de Chile

      Potenciando mi aprendizaje en el primer año de Universidad

      Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Learning Strategies, Student Support and Services, Organizational Skills, Prioritization, Higher Education, Personal Development, Stress Management, Self-Awareness, Adaptability, Goal Setting, Self-Motivation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Roman Art and Archaeology: University of Arizona
    • Impacts of the Environment on Global Public Health: University of Michigan
    • Google Drive: Google Cloud
    • Discover Acting: University of London
    • Google Sheets - Advanced Topics: Google Cloud
    • Property and Liability: An Introduction to Law and Economics: Wesleyan University
    • Exploring and Producing Data for Business Decision Making: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Sesenta años de inteligencia artificial: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Microwave engineering and antennas: Eindhoven University of Technology
    • Foundations of marketing analytics: ESSEC Business School

    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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