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      Politecnico di Milano

      Energy management for real estate. Methods and digital tools

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Building Services Engineering, Facility Management, Thermal Management, Building Codes, Environmental Management Systems, HVAC, Simulation and Simulation Software

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      152 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EIT Digital

      I/O-efficient algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Storage Technologies, Algorithms, Graph Theory, File Systems, Data Access, Performance Tuning, Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      60 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Liderazgo femenino: potencia habilidades e impulsa el cambio

      Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Emotional Intelligence, Professional Development, Mentorship, Resilience, Professional Networking, Assertiveness, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Branding, Diversity and Inclusion

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      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Interactivity with JavaScript and jQuery

      Skills you'll gain: Javascript and jQuery, jQuery, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Javascript, UI Components, Web Development Tools, Game Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Event-Driven Programming, Animations

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      64 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

      Sustainable Finance: Products, Instruments and Future Trends

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Sustainability Reporting, Finance, Stakeholder Engagement, Financial Market, Financial Regulation, Business Strategies, Investments, Market Trend, Loans, Risk Management, Market Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Sapienza University of Rome

      Alle origini della civiltà mediterranea: archeologia della città dal Levante all’Occidente - III-I millennio a.C.

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, Culture, Art History, Cultural Diversity, Community Development, Liberal Arts, Research, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Anthropology, Economics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      130 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Goldman Sachs

      Social Impact Strategy with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Entrepreneurship, Strategic Thinking, Business Planning, Business Ethics, Business Metrics, Business Strategy, Program Evaluation, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Measurement, Stakeholder Engagement, Goal Setting, Business Priorities, Business Analysis, Value Propositions, Business Management, Performance Metric

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Targeted Ad With Facebook Audience Insights

      Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Facebook, Advertising, Online Advertising, Social Media Campaigns, Paid media, Customer Data Management

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      55 reviews

      Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Technical Managerial Written Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Proofreading, Editing, Technical Writing, Technical Communication, Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Writing, Technical Management, Report Writing, Concision, Persuasive Communication, Target Audience, Customer Analysis, Communication

      Build toward a degree

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      University of California, Irvine

      Advanced Speaking and Listening Project

      Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Active Listening, Planning, Organizational Skills, Detail Oriented, Creativity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      45 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Sequences and Loops

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Education Software and Technology, Programming Principles, Debugging, Computer Programming, Computer Programming Tools, Algorithms, Development Environment, Computer Science

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Identifying Patient Populations

      Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, Bioinformatics, Data Processing, Data Science, Health Informatics, Clinical Data Management, Clinical Research, Big Data, Analytics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Methods, Medical Records

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Energy management for real estate. Methods and digital tools: Politecnico di Milano
    • I/O-efficient algorithms: EIT Digital
    • Liderazgo femenino: potencia habilidades e impulsa el cambio: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Interactivity with JavaScript and jQuery: University of California, Davis
    • Sustainable Finance: Products, Instruments and Future Trends: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
    • Alle origini della civiltà mediterranea: archeologia della città dal Levante all’Occidente - III-I millennio a.C.: Sapienza University of Rome
    • Social Impact Strategy with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women: Goldman Sachs
    • Create a Targeted Ad With Facebook Audience Insights: Coursera Project Network
    • Technical Managerial Written Skills: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Advanced Speaking and Listening Project: University of California, Irvine

    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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