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      HubSpot Academy

      Lead Management with HubSpot

      Skills you'll gain: HubSpot CRM, Lead Generation, Sales Management, Sales Pipelines, Sales Process, Email Marketing, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Marketing Automation, Workflow Management, Prioritization, Performance Reporting, Process Mapping, Dashboard, Service Level Agreement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Digital Tools and Well-Being

      Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Health Technology, Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Interactive Learning, Relationship Building, Health Assessment, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Donner un feedback utile

      Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Employee Performance Management, Management Training And Development, Team Performance Management, Performance Review, Motivational Skills, Emotional Intelligence, Coaching, Communication, Creativity, Psychology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

      Fundamentos de analítica de datos educativos

      Skills you'll gain: Data Collection, Data Ethics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Literacy, Education Software and Technology, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Learning Management Systems, Analytics, Looker (Software), Data Analysis, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Visualization Software, Information Privacy, Microsoft Excel, Descriptive Analytics, Data Security, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Facebook Shop in Commerce Manager

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Product Promotion, Account Management, Social Media Content, E-Commerce, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Payment Systems

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Johns Hopkins University

      Introduction to Ethical Hacking

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Public Key Infrastructure, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Modeling, Cybersecurity, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cryptography, Mobile Security, Security Testing, Application Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Assessments, Network Security, Operating Systems, Encryption, Web Applications, Malware Protection, Wireless Networks

      3.4
      Rating, 3.4 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Beyond Basic CSS: Typography, Color, Effects, & Animation

      Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Typography, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Design, HTML and CSS, Design Elements And Principles, Animations, User Interface (UI) Design, Web Design and Development, Visualization (Computer Graphics)

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      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Match Teacher Residency

      Учительський коучинг: сприяння розвитку сталих змін

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Constructive Feedback, Education and Training, Coaching, Train The Trainer, Lifelong Learning, Open Mindset, Instructional Strategies, Adult Education, Overcoming Obstacles, Learning Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Goal Setting, Planning

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Interpretable Machine Learning Applications: Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Applied Machine Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Data Processing, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning Methods, Predictive Modeling, Regression Analysis, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning, Exploratory Data Analysis, Performance Measurement

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Eindhoven University of Technology

      Co-design for All: doing co-design in practice

      Skills you'll gain: Communication Planning, Human Centered Design, Design Thinking, User Experience Design, Design Research, Design, Prioritization, Decision Making, Communication Strategies, Stakeholder Engagement, Research, Proposal Development, Ideation, Goal Setting, Qualitative Research, Communication, Disabilities

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      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      École Polytechnique

      Digital business - Grow on digital world

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Digital Assets, Business Transformation, Business Valuation, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Business Modeling, Regulatory Compliance, Technology Strategies, E-Commerce, Innovation, Growth Strategies, Retail Banking, Market Dynamics, Business Strategies, Intellectual Property

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Capstone Project: Teaching Impacts of Technology

      Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Technical Communication, Teaching, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Innovation, Technical Writing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Lead Management with HubSpot: HubSpot Academy
    • Digital Tools and Well-Being: Arizona State University
    • Donner un feedback utile: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Fundamentos de analítica de datos educativos: Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
    • Create a Facebook Shop in Commerce Manager: Coursera Project Network
    • Introduction to Ethical Hacking: Johns Hopkins University
    • Beyond Basic CSS: Typography, Color, Effects, & Animation: University of California, Davis
    • Учительський коучинг: сприяння розвитку сталих змін: Match Teacher Residency
    • Interpretable Machine Learning Applications: Part 2: Coursera Project Network
    • Co-design for All: doing co-design in practice: Eindhoven University of Technology

    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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