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      California Institute of the Arts

      Protect and Grow Your Freelancing Business

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Tax Preparation, Contract Management, Team Management, Tax Compliance, Benefits Administration, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Business Planning, Entrepreneurship, Risk Management

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Cómo crear historias para Instagram y Facebook usando Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Animations, Canva (Software), Social Media, Storytelling, Content Creation, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design, Graphic Design

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of California, Irvine

      Составление бюджета и графиков проектов

      Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Project Controls, Scheduling, Project Planning, Cost Estimation, Needs Assessment, Work Breakdown Structure, Resource Allocation, Project Management, Budget Management, Timelines, Quality Management, Milestones (Project Management), Estimation, Budgeting, Dependency Analysis, Matrix Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      GIS: Geographic Information Systems for Sustainability

      Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, Spatial Data Analysis, Datamaps, Spatial Analysis, Data Storytelling, Environmental Monitoring, Heat Maps, Forecasting, Trend Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      American Psychological Association

      Less Stress, Better Health

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Psychology, Emotional Intelligence, Behavioral Health, Scientific Methods, Social Skills, Problem Solving, Biology, Cardiology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Applied Sustainability Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Sustainability Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Strategic Leadership, Product Engineering, Initiative and Leadership, Electrical Power, Leadership Development, Product Development, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Design, Waste Minimization, Product Design, Packaging and Labeling, Engineering Management, Systems Engineering, Product Lifecycle Management, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Electric Power Systems

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      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Docencia con pedagogía activa mediada con tecnología digital

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, Digital Transformation, Technology Strategies

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      ESSEC Business School

      التفاوض الدولي وبين الثقافات

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, Negotiation, Cultural Responsiveness, Cultural Diversity, Diplomacy, Verbal Communication Skills, Non-Verbal Communication, International Relations, Communication

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      46 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Machine Learning Models in Science

      Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Data Processing, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Cleansing, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Transformation, Artificial Neural Networks, Random Forest Algorithm, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Python Programming

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Introducción a Facebook Ads Manager

      Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing Budgets, Advertising, Social Media Management, Social Media, Budget Management, Digital Advertising, Social Media Campaigns

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Account Executives

      Skills you'll gain: Account Management, Generative AI Agents, Data Ethics, Sales Enablement, Proposal Development, Sales Management, Market Analysis, Market Trend, Client Services, Workflow Management, Prompt Engineering, Innovation, Business Ethics, Customer Relationship Management, Automation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Royal Holloway, University of London

      Cybercrime

      Skills you'll gain: Human Factors (Security), Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Threat Modeling, Security Awareness, Social Sciences, Culture, Investigation, Psychology, Survey Creation, Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Protect and Grow Your Freelancing Business : California Institute of the Arts
    • Cómo crear historias para Instagram y Facebook usando Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Составление бюджета и графиков проектов: University of California, Irvine
    • GIS: Geographic Information Systems for Sustainability: University of Michigan
    • Less Stress, Better Health: American Psychological Association
    • Applied Sustainability Engineering: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Docencia con pedagogía activa mediada con tecnología digital: Universidad de los Andes
    • التفاوض الدولي وبين الثقافات: ESSEC Business School
    • Machine Learning Models in Science: LearnQuest
    • Introducción a Facebook Ads Manager: 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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