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    Social work courses can help you learn how to support individuals and communities through advocacy, counseling, and social services in a variety of settings.

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    • U

      University of Michigan

      Erfolgreich Verhandeln: Strategien und Fähigkeiten

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Mediation, Conflict Management, Communication, Relationship Building, Influencing, Planning, Decision Making, Business Ethics, Cultural Diversity

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      B

      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Políticas educativas efectivas basadas en evidencia

      Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Curriculum Development, Teaching, Program Evaluation, Childhood Education and Development, Working With Children, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Machine Learning and Human Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Learning Management Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Data Mining, Mobile Development, Human Computer Interaction, Natural Language Processing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      برنامج سلاك للتواصل مع فريق العمل باحترافيّة

      Skills you'll gain: Slack (Software), Collaborative Software, Strategic Communication, Internal Communications, Team Building, Organizational Skills, Cloud-Based Integration

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: New
      New
      S

      Starweaver

      Business Process Modeling with AI

      Skills you'll gain: Business Process Modeling, Business Process, Digital Transformation, Business Process Management, Business Process Improvement, Process Design, Business Process Automation, Process Analysis, Business Transformation, Workflow Management, Process Optimization, Quality Improvement, Lean Methodologies, Six Sigma Methodology, Automation, Artificial Intelligence

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Leeds

      Create a Professional Online Presence

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Professionalism, Web Content, Relationship Building, Content Management, System Configuration, Information Privacy, General Networking, Planning, Communication Strategies

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
      ·
      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • A

      Arm

      Getting Started with Machine Learning at the Edge on Arm

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Tensorflow, Applied Machine Learning, Data Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Algorithms, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Machine Learning, Performance Tuning

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      L

      LearnQuest

      Integrating Test-Driven Development into Your Workflow

      Skills you'll gain: Continuous Delivery, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Integration, Test Driven Development (TDD), CI/CD, Agile Methodology, Test Automation, Unit Testing, Software Development, Software Development Methodologies, Code Review, Software Testing, Debugging, Python Programming, Version Control

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Analyzing Digital Transformation Canvas for Competitiveness

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Performance Measurement, Business Process, Technology Strategies, Business Architecture, FinTech, Competitive Analysis, Value Propositions, Stakeholder Management, Business Strategies, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of California San Diego

      Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Abstraction, Methods, and Lists

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Debugging, Programming Principles, Technical Communication, Computer Programming, Event-Driven Programming, Program Development, Data Structures, Algorithms, Student Engagement, Graphical Tools

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Cómo Configurar una Campaña en Facebook Ads

      Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Facebook, Advertising Campaigns, Instagram, Social Media Campaigns, Marketing, Advertising, Social Media, Digital Advertising, Campaign Management, Paid media, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Social Media Content, Content Creation

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: New
      New
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      Packt

      Cybersecurity Architecture Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Threat Modeling, Enterprise Architecture, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Threat Management, Network Security, Security Engineering, Identity and Access Management, Solution Architecture, Information Systems Security, Software Architecture, Endpoint Security, Data Security, Risk Analysis, Remote Access Systems, Risk Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Erfolgreich Verhandeln: Strategien und Fähigkeiten: University of Michigan
    • Políticas educativas efectivas basadas en evidencia: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Machine Learning and Human Learning: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • برنامج سلاك للتواصل مع فريق العمل باحترافيّة: Coursera Project Network
    • Business Process Modeling with AI: Starweaver
    • Create a Professional Online Presence: University of Leeds
    • Getting Started with Machine Learning at the Edge on Arm: Arm
    • Integrating Test-Driven Development into Your Workflow: LearnQuest
    • Analyzing Digital Transformation Canvas for Competitiveness : Coursera Project Network
    • Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Abstraction, Methods, and Lists: University of California San Diego

    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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