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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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      Juniper Networks

      Introduction to Junos OS

      Skills you'll gain: Juniper Network Technologies, Firewall, Network Routers, Routing Protocols, Network Routing, Network Monitoring, Authentications, System Monitoring, Network Administration, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), TCP/IP, Command-Line Interface, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Control Panels, Network Performance Management, User Accounts, System Configuration, Networking Hardware

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      38 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      The Career Design Lab: Change your Job, Change your Life

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Positivity, Design Thinking, Decision Making, Professional Development, Creative Thinking, Interviewing Skills, Optimism, Self-Awareness, Negotiation, Personal Development, Self-Motivation, Goal Setting

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Build a Webpage with HTML and CSS

      Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Responsive Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Web Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Development, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, UI Components, Typography

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Réussir une négociation : Stratégies et compétences clés

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Conflict Management, Communication, Relationship Building, Arbitration, Mediation, Decision Making, Planning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arm

      Introduction to AI

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Computer Science, Deep Learning, Supervised Learning, Data Ethics, Natural Language Processing, Data Science

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      GO Programming for Everyone: Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Go (Programming Language), C (Programming Language), Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Algorithms, File Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      Becoming a Strengths Based Leader: Leading Standout® Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Recognizing Others, Team Building, Trustworthiness, Team Performance Management, Team Management, Team Motivation, Teamwork, Productivity, Collaboration, Team Leadership, Visionary, Leadership Development, Peer Review, Employee Coaching, Employee Engagement, Value Propositions, Constructive Feedback, Initiative and Leadership, Honesty

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Yad Vashem

      Chosen Issues in Holocaust History

      Skills you'll gain: Art History, European History, World History, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Psychology

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Palliative Care Capstone Projects

      Skills you'll gain: Caregiving, Patient Education And Counseling, Healthcare Ethics, Compassion, Patient Evaluation, Health Assessment, Self-Awareness, Communication, Cultural Sensitivity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Analíticas en Redes Sociales

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Content Performance Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Facebook, Professional Networking, Pinterest, LinkedIn, Instagram, Dashboard, Target Audience, Live Streaming

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create IT Diagrams with Lucidchart

      Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Collaborative Software, Technical Communication, Technical Documentation, Graphical Tools, User Accounts

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Creating an Interactive Syllabus using Microsoft Word

      Skills you'll gain: Educational Materials, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Technical Documentation, Organizational Skills

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Introduction to Junos OS: Juniper Networks
    • The Career Design Lab: Change your Job, Change your Life: University of California, Santa Cruz
    • Build a Webpage with HTML and CSS: Board Infinity
    • Réussir une négociation : Stratégies et compétences clés: University of Michigan
    • Introduction to AI: Arm
    • GO Programming for Everyone: Part 1: University of California, Santa Cruz
    • Becoming a Strengths Based Leader: Leading Standout® Teams: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
    • Chosen Issues in Holocaust History: Yad Vashem
    • Palliative Care Capstone Projects: University of Colorado System
    • Analíticas en Redes Sociales: Tecnológico de Monterrey

    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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