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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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    Find the Best Social Work Course for Your Goals

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Social Computing

      Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Graph Theory, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Social Sciences, Statistical Analysis, Amazon Web Services, R Programming, Tensorflow, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Research Design, Sociology, Human Machine Interfaces, Data Collection, Machine Learning Methods, Behavioral Economics, Analytics, Natural Language Processing, Game Design

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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      Effective Engagement of Civil Society in Development

      Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Advocacy, Training and Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Public Policies, Fundraising, Governance, Legal Risk, Policy Development, Strategic Partnership, Program Evaluation, Accountability

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      48 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Gameplay en videojuegos

      Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Unity Engine, Animation and Game Design, User Interface (UI), Usability, Computer Graphics, Multimedia, C# (Programming Language), Scripting

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      109 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      How to Conduct a Social Impact Assessment with SROI

      Skills you'll gain: Return On Investment, Sustainability Reporting, Needs Assessment, Program Evaluation, Performance Reporting, Stakeholder Management, Socioeconomics, Project Scoping, Social Sciences, Goal Setting, Project Performance, Analysis, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Environment and Resource Management, Data Collection

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a High-Fidelity Prototype with Figma

      Skills you'll gain: Prototyping, User Interface (UI) Design, Figma (Design Software), Mobile Development, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Mockups, Collaborative Software

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      École normale supérieure

      Ecological and Energy Transitions in Southern Countries

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Energy and Utilities, Governance, Socioeconomics, Environment, Sustainability Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Systems Thinking, Environmental Policy, Finance, Advocacy, Economics, Lobbying, International Relations, Public Policies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      CertNexus

      CertNexus Certified Data Science Practitioner

      Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Data Analysis, Jupyter, Data Visualization, Unsupervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Analytical Skills, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Processing, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Scoping, Data Presentation, Business Priorities, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Stakeholder Management, Business Analytics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      70 reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Enhance Student Learning with Interactive Lessons in Nearpod

      Skills you'll gain: Interactive Learning, Blended Learning, Education Software and Technology, Instructional Strategies, Lesson Planning, Student Engagement, Differentiated Instruction, Google Workspace

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      46 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      SkillUp EdTech

      The Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Business Intelligence, Dashboard, Tableau Software, IBM Cognos Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Looker (Software), Regression Analysis, PostgreSQL, Microsoft PowerPoint, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Visualization Software, Data Cleansing, Microsoft Excel, SQL, Data Manipulation, LinkedIn, Data Quality

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Sustainable Consumption and Health

      Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Environment, Health Assessment, Health Disparities, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Environmental Science, Public Health, Pollution Prevention, Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Policy, Economics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Advancing Women in Tech

      Inspiring Peak Performance on Technical Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Management, Technical Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Team Performance Management, Technical Communication, Employee Coaching, Communication, Conflict Management, Performance Management, Meeting Facilitation, People Development, Virtual Teams, Labor Compliance, Agile Methodology, Constructive Feedback, Waterfall Methodology, Automation

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Get Started with Facebook Ads Manager

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Advertising Campaigns, Account Management, Advertising, Social Media Management, Digital Advertising, User Accounts, Social Media, Social Media Marketing

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      78 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Social Computing: Johns Hopkins University
    • Effective Engagement of Civil Society in Development: Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • Gameplay en videojuegos: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • How to Conduct a Social Impact Assessment with SROI: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Create a High-Fidelity Prototype with Figma: Coursera Project Network
    • Ecological and Energy Transitions in Southern Countries: École normale supérieure
    • CertNexus Certified Data Science Practitioner: CertNexus
    • Enhance Student Learning with Interactive Lessons in Nearpod: Coursera Project Network
    • The Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst Capstone Project: SkillUp EdTech
    • Sustainable Consumption and Health: University of Michigan

    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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