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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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      University of Colorado System

      Culture Matters and Teamwork

      Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Teamwork, Diversity and Inclusion, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Team Building, Self-Awareness, Collaboration, Professional Development, Empathy, Adaptability, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Suivre les actions des visiteurs du site Web à l'aide de Facebook Pixel

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Strategies, Facebook, Web Analytics, Marketing Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, Business Marketing, Target Audience

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      SwiftUI Animations iOS 16 - Animate Anything with SwiftUI

      Skills you'll gain: Animations, Apple iOS, Swift Programming, User Interface (UI), Interaction Design, Motion Graphics, User Interface (UI) Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics)

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Erstelle Stories für Instagram und Facebook in Visme

      Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Graphic and Visual Design, Social Media Content, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, Facebook, Storytelling, User Accounts

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Practical Cyber Hacking Skills for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Network Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Incident Response, Firewall, Hardening, Information Systems Security, Application Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Malware Protection, Command-Line Interface, Linux Commands, Network Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Wie Sie ein Facebook Pixel einrichten

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Online Advertising, Digital Advertising, Social Media Management, Social Media Campaigns, Advertising

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Découvrez les différents types de publicités Facebook et lequel vous convient le mieux

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Social Media Campaigns, Advertising, Digital Advertising, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Marketing

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Advanced Modeling Techniques and Detailed Prop Creation

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Unreal Engine, Video Game Development, Game Design, Computer Graphics, Computer Graphic Techniques

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Collecter des fonds pour lutter contre l'injustice via les outils de collecte de fonds Facebook

      Skills you'll gain: Fundraising, Facebook, Social Media Management, Social Media, Communication Strategies, Drive Engagement, Social Media Campaigns, Payment Processing and Collection, Social Media Content

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Ищем популярные ключевые слова и хэштеги в Twitter

      Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Regional Sales, Market Trend, Trend Analysis

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      QA Process Optimization: Agile & Automated Testing

      Skills you'll gain: Software Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance, Test Automation, Test Tools, Acceptance Testing, Agile Software Development, Test Case, Software Testing, Continuous Integration, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Agile Methodology, User Story

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Créer un profil d'entreprise sur Twitter

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Social Media Management, Social Media Strategy, Professional Networking, User Accounts, Branding

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Culture Matters and Teamwork: University of Colorado System
    • Suivre les actions des visiteurs du site Web à l'aide de Facebook Pixel: Coursera Project Network
    • SwiftUI Animations iOS 16 - Animate Anything with SwiftUI: Packt
    • Erstelle Stories für Instagram und Facebook in Visme: Coursera Project Network
    • Practical Cyber Hacking Skills for Beginners: Packt
    • Wie Sie ein Facebook Pixel einrichten: Coursera Project Network
    • Découvrez les différents types de publicités Facebook et lequel vous convient le mieux: Coursera Project Network
    • Advanced Modeling Techniques and Detailed Prop Creation: Packt
    • Collecter des fonds pour lutter contre l'injustice via les outils de collecte de fonds Facebook: Coursera Project Network
    • Ищем популярные ключевые слова и хэштеги в Twitter: 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

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    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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