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      Coursera Project Network

      Oversee a Project with ClickUp

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Workflow Management, Organizational Skills, Project Management Software, Project Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Resource Allocation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Data Analysis with Python: Inform a Business Decision

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Exploratory Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Business Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Import/Export, Promotional Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

      Fundamentos de Políticas Públicas

      Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Policy Development, Program Evaluation, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Political Sciences, Public Administration, Governance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Teaching Texts and Forms

      Skills you'll gain: Writing, Writing and Editing, Literacy, Storytelling, Language Competency, Creativity, Persuasive Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      NGO Startup Analysis with Nonprofit Business Model Canvas

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Grant Writing, Resource Allocation, Strategic Decision-Making, Proposal Development, Resource Management, Business Strategy, Business Modeling, Value Propositions, Social Work

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: New
      New
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      University of Geneva

      Migration, Health and Equity in Europe

      Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Healthcare Ethics, Public Health, Health Care, Research, Health Systems, Research Methodologies, Epidemiology, Immigration Law, Cultural Responsiveness

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Interactive Brokers

      ESG Investing: Industry Impacts & Transformations

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Financial Market, Market Trend, Market Analysis, Corporate Sustainability, Governance, Investment Management, Transportation Operations, Portfolio Management, Credit Risk, Business Transformation, Supply And Demand, Emerging Technologies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Support Interactive Learning with Genially

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, End User Training and Support, Virtual Environment

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a value proposition canvas in Miro

      Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Customer Analysis, Customer Insights, Value Propositions, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Business Modeling, Presentations, Product Knowledge, Business Planning, Collaborative Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      New
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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Supply Chain Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Planning, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Demand Planning, Operational Efficiency, Inventory Control, Inventory Management System, Logistics Management, Generative AI, Forecasting, Operational Analysis, Business Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Emerging Technologies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Packt

      Foundations of Elasticsearch

      Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Data Mapping, Query Languages, Data Management, Information Architecture, NoSQL, Data Import/Export, Software Installation, Analytics, Scalability, Real Time Data

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The State University of New York

      Empowering Yourself in a Post-Truth World

      Skills you'll gain: Empowerment, Critical Thinking, Media and Communications, Diversity Awareness, Self-Awareness, Research, Literacy, Open Mindset, Collaboration, Community Development, Information Privacy

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Oversee a Project with ClickUp: Coursera Project Network
    • Data Analysis with Python: Inform a Business Decision: Coursera Project Network
    • Fundamentos de Políticas Públicas: Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
    • Teaching Texts and Forms: Johns Hopkins University
    • NGO Startup Analysis with Nonprofit Business Model Canvas: Coursera Project Network
    • Migration, Health and Equity in Europe: University of Geneva
    • ESG Investing: Industry Impacts & Transformations: Interactive Brokers
    • Support Interactive Learning with Genially: Coursera Project Network
    • Create a value proposition canvas in Miro: Coursera Project Network
    • GenAI for Supply Chain Optimization: Coursera Instructor 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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