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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      ChatGPT - Uses and Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Education and Training, Natural Language Processing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Kubernetes in AWS: Create Cluster in EKS in your own VPC

      Skills you'll gain: AWS CloudFormation, Kubernetes, DevOps, Amazon Web Services, Cloud-Native Computing, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Cloud Infrastructure, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Command-Line Interface

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      17 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Infosec

      Previous OWASP Risks

      Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Secure Coding, Security Testing, Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Management

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Alternative Investments and Taxes: Cracking the Code

      Skills you'll gain: Investments, Compliance Reporting, Tax, Tax Planning, Private Equity, Investment Management, Compliance Management, Financial Regulation, Tax Laws, Real Estate, Financial Market, Regulatory Requirements, Due Diligence, Financial Services

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Introducción a PicsArt para Redes Sociales

      Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Instagram, Social Media Content, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, Marketing Design, Graphics Software, Video Editing, Graphical Tools

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Michigan

      Python Debugging: A Systematic Approach

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Large Language Modeling, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Prompt Engineering, Data Manipulation, Software Documentation

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Complete Cryptocurrency & Blockchain Course | Learn Solidity

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Application Security, Computer Programming Tools, Cryptography, Digital Assets, Video Game Development, Investments, Web Development, FinTech, Technical Analysis, Development Testing, Other Programming Languages, Javascript

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Scrimba

      Advanced JavaScript

      Skills you'll gain: Ajax, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Javascript, JSON, Application Programming Interface (API), Scripting, Software Design Patterns, Data Management, Data Structures, Event-Driven Programming, Data Validation, Programming Principles, Debugging, Performance Tuning

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Circular Economy

      Skills you'll gain: Business Leadership, Organizational Change, Corporate Sustainability, Business Transformation, Performance Measurement, Reverse Logistics, Waste Minimization, Business Modeling, Design Thinking, Innovation, Product Lifecycle Management, Resource Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Business Strategies, Packaging and Labeling, Environment and Resource Management

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SkillUp EdTech

      ASQ-Certified Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB) Exam Prep

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Process Controls, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Process Capability, Lean Manufacturing, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process, Project Management, Statistics, Work Breakdown Structure, Operational Excellence, Quality Improvement, Data Collection, Project Scoping, Process Improvement, Stakeholder Management, Performance Measurement

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Arizona State University

      商务英语课程:财经英语 Finance & Economics

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Business Communication, Vocabulary, Business Writing, Forecasting, English Language, Budgeting, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Business Ethics, Financial Data, Auditing, Influencing, Leadership

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Genentech

      Making Data Science Work for Clinical Reporting

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Data Management, Statistical Reporting, Data Sharing, Version Control, Clinical Trials, Data Quality, Medical Privacy, Quality Assurance, Risk Management, Maintainability, DevOps, R Programming, Package and Software Management, Agile Methodology

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • ChatGPT - Uses and Strategies: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Kubernetes in AWS: Create Cluster in EKS in your own VPC: Coursera Project Network
    • Previous OWASP Risks: Infosec
    • Alternative Investments and Taxes: Cracking the Code : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Introducción a PicsArt para Redes Sociales : Coursera Project Network
    • Python Debugging: A Systematic Approach: University of Michigan
    • Complete Cryptocurrency & Blockchain Course | Learn Solidity: Packt
    • Advanced JavaScript: Scrimba
    • The Circular Economy: University of Colorado Boulder
    • ASQ-Certified Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB) Exam Prep: SkillUp EdTech

    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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