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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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      EDHEC Business School

      Climate Aware Investing

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Finance, Asset Management, Financial Market, Investments, Risk Management, Performance Analysis, Environmental Issue, Corporate Sustainability, Business Risk Management, Equities, Risk Analysis, Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Quantum Computing with Qiskit and Advanced Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, IBM Cloud, Python Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Jupyter, Emerging Technologies, Linear Algebra, Simulations

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Università di Napoli Federico II

      Contemporary Issues in World Politics

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, International Relations, World History, Diplomacy, Social Sciences, European History, Environmental Issue, Socioeconomics, Governance, Economics, Security Strategy

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Houston

      Value-Based Care: Organizational Competencies

      Skills you'll gain: Care Management, Organizational Change, Care Coordination, Health Care Administration, Health Care, Health Systems, Business Transformation, Change Management, Organizational Strategy, Governance, Health Informatics, Expense Management, Performance Measurement, Operational Efficiency, Financial Modeling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Indian Institute for Human Settlements

      Housing Justice: A View from Indian Cities

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Community Organizing, Public Policies, Community Development, Policy Analysis, Socioeconomics, Advocacy, Economics, International Relations

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Data Science as a Field

      Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Technical Communication, Statistical Reporting, Data Storytelling, Data Science, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Ethics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Exploratory Data Analysis

      Build toward a degree

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnKartS

      Advanced Kubernetes

      Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Application Deployment, Cloud-Native Computing, CI/CD, Scalability, Containerization, Docker (Software), YAML, Performance Tuning, Secure Coding

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de Palermo

      Publicidad

      Skills you'll gain: Advertising, Social Media Management, Marketing Communications, Integrated Marketing Communications, Digital Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Strategic Communication, Digital Marketing, Target Audience, Consumer Behaviour

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de Palermo

      Inteligencia Artificial Aplicada al Derecho

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Writing, Legal Strategy, Prompt Engineering, Legal Research, ChatGPT, Legal Risk, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Personally Identifiable Information, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Verification And Validation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      People, Policy & Wetlands: Social Dimensions of Conservation

      Skills you'll gain: Community Outreach, Water Resources, Cultural Diversity, Land Management, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Cultural Sensitivity, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Laws, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Environmental Policy, Environment, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, Environmental Monitoring, Governance

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      运营管理概论(中文版)

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Business Process Improvement, Inventory Management System, Business Operations, Process Analysis, Operational Efficiency, Manufacturing Operations, Process Optimization, Quality Management, Quality Control, Productivity Software, Performance Measurement, Capacity Management, Resource Utilization

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      46 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Teaching Impacts of Technology: Data Collection, Use, and Privacy

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Big Data, Cybersecurity, Pedagogy, Data Security, Cryptography, Information Privacy, Encryption, AI Personalization, Computer Science, Web Applications, Web Servers, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Climate Aware Investing: EDHEC Business School
    • Quantum Computing with Qiskit and Advanced Algorithms: Packt
    • Contemporary Issues in World Politics: Università di Napoli Federico II
    • Value-Based Care: Organizational Competencies: University of Houston
    • Housing Justice: A View from Indian Cities: Indian Institute for Human Settlements
    • Data Science as a Field: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Advanced Kubernetes: LearnKartS
    • Publicidad: Universidad de Palermo
    • Inteligencia Artificial Aplicada al Derecho: Universidad de Palermo
    • People, Policy & Wetlands: Social Dimensions of Conservation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    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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