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      University of Pennsylvania

      Refugee & Asylum Advocacy: Legal Frameworks for Protection

      Skills you'll gain: Advocacy, Immigration Law, Community and Social Work, Social Justice, Appeals, World History, Legal Research, Legal Proceedings, International Relations, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Northeastern University

      Evaluating the Quality of Healthcare Delivery

      Skills you'll gain: Quality Assessment, Program Evaluation, Health Systems, Health Care, Patient Safety, Quality Improvement, Performance Measurement, Health Policy, Scientific Methods, Performance Reporting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Psychedelic Science and Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Pharmacology, Clinical Research, Psychiatry, Research Methodologies, Mental Health Therapies, Healthcare Ethics, Research, Science and Research, Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Neurology, Cultural Responsiveness, Social Studies, Ancient History

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Blue Prism

      Blue Prism Foundation Training

      Skills you'll gain: Robotic Process Automation, Business Objects Framework, Business Process Automation, Process Flow Diagrams, Automation, Process Design, Process Analysis, Process Management, Process Development, Work Order, Process Validation, Release Management, Data Management, Decision Making

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Packt

      Business Analysis and CAPM Exam Preparation

      Skills you'll gain: Product Roadmaps, Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Analysis, Business Analysis, User Requirements Documents, Team Building, Business Requirements, Product Management, Business Process, Agile Methodology, Project Management Software, Business Modeling, Project Coordination, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), User Story, Agile Project Management, Registration, Stakeholder Management, Business Communication, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Johns Hopkins University

      Designing Hardware for Raspberry Pi Projects

      Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, Schematic Diagrams, Computer-Aided Design, Mechanical Design, Electrical Engineering, 3D Modeling, Electronics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Technical Design, Verification And Validation, Open Source Technology

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Создаем дизайны для социальных сетей с помощью Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Content Creation, Visual Design, Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      45 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Xi'an Jiaotong University

      《论语》的智慧

      Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Leadership Studies, Human Learning, Leadership and Management, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Governance, Cultural Sensitivity, Social Studies, Interpersonal Communications

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      45 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      How to make invitations using Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Design, Design Elements And Principles, Digital Design, Creative Design

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Digital Wireframe with Figma

      Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Figma (Design Software), Design Reviews, User Interface (UI), Collaborative Software, Prototyping, Design Software, Digital Design

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Free Trial
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      SkillUp EdTech

      Product Owner: Communications & Stakeholder Management

      Skills you'll gain: Backlogs, Stakeholder Communications, Virtual Teams, Stakeholder Management, Agile Product Development, Agile Methodology, Communication, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Product Management, Product Requirements, User Story, Team Building, Prioritization, Customer experience strategy (CX)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IESE Business School

      The Role of the Media

      Skills you'll gain: Media Relations, Oral Expression, Journalism, Public Speaking, Strategic Communication, Communication, Interviewing Skills, Non-Verbal Communication, Persuasive Communication, Storytelling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Refugee & Asylum Advocacy: Legal Frameworks for Protection: University of Pennsylvania
    • Evaluating the Quality of Healthcare Delivery: Northeastern University
    • Psychedelic Science and Medicine: Johns Hopkins University
    • Blue Prism Foundation Training: Blue Prism
    • Business Analysis and CAPM Exam Preparation: Packt
    • Designing Hardware for Raspberry Pi Projects: Johns Hopkins University
    • Создаем дизайны для социальных сетей с помощью Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • 《论语》的智慧: Xi'an Jiaotong University
    • How to make invitations using Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Create a Digital Wireframe with Figma: Coursera Project Network

    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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