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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 California, Davis

      Cross-Cultural Virtual Spaces and Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Intercultural Competence, Relationship Building, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Responsiveness, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Cultural Sensitivity, Diversity and Inclusion, Virtual Environment, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Team Leadership, Communication Strategies, Timelines, Business Communication, Digital Communications, Conflict Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Sydney

      مهارات حل المسائل لتحقيق النجاح في الجامعة

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Creative Thinking, Analytical Skills, Critical Thinking, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, Communication, Time Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Gestão de Stakeholders, Ética e Sustentabilidade Empresarial

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Ethics, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Ethical Standards And Conduct, Corporate Strategy, Governance, Relationship Management, Business Strategy, Value Propositions, Business Modeling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Create and manage a project dashboard with Wrike

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Project Management Software, Data Import/Export, Workflow Management, Team Management, Project Coordination, Project Management

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      IBM

      데이터 과학이란 무엇인가?

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Mining, Data Science, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Digital Transformation, Big Data, Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Regression Analysis, Analytics, Apache Hadoop, Health Informatics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Austral

      Gestión innovadora: transformando instituciones educativas

      Skills you'll gain: Student-Centred Learning, Education Software and Technology, Innovation, Curriculum Development, Pedagogy, Organizational Change, Leadership, Learning Styles, Team Building, Continuous Improvement Process

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Ruby Scripting for DevOps

      Skills you'll gain: Ruby (Programming Language), Scripting Languages, Scripting, Devops Tools, DevOps, Computer Programming Tools, Software Development Tools

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Facilitate Organized Online Dialogue with Considerit

      Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Collaborative Software, Community Organizing, Survey Creation, Surveys, Content Management Systems, System Configuration

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: New
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      Voxy

      Intermediate English: Talking About Yourself

      Skills you'll gain: English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Professional Development, Language Learning, Oral Comprehension, Communication, Business Communication, Vocabulary, Active Listening, Personal Development, Grammar

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Goldman Sachs

      Fundamentos de Financiamento com o 10,000 Women da Goldman Sachs

      Skills you'll gain: Finance, Business Development, Financial Analysis, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Financial Management, Grant Writing, Loans, Financial Planning, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Automate Blog Advertisements with Zapier

      Skills you'll gain: Blogs, Social Media Content, Facebook, Social Media, Instagram, Automation, User Accounts

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

      Beauty, Form & Function: An Exploration of Symmetry

      Skills you'll gain: Geometry, Design Elements And Principles, Chemistry, Art History, Architectural Design, Physical Science, Biochemistry, Applied Mathematics, Research

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Cross-Cultural Virtual Spaces and Teams: University of California, Davis
    • مهارات حل المسائل لتحقيق النجاح في الجامعة: The University of Sydney
    • Gestão de Stakeholders, Ética e Sustentabilidade Empresarial: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Create and manage a project dashboard with Wrike: Coursera Project Network
    • 데이터 과학이란 무엇인가?: IBM
    • Gestión innovadora: transformando instituciones educativas: Universidad Austral
    • Ruby Scripting for DevOps: Coursera Project Network
    • Facilitate Organized Online Dialogue with Considerit: Coursera Project Network
    • Intermediate English: Talking About Yourself: Voxy
    • Fundamentos de Financiamento com o 10,000 Women da Goldman Sachs: Goldman Sachs

    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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