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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

    • T

      Tsinghua University

      MOOC and Blended Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Blended Learning, Education Software and Technology, Student-Centred Learning, Emerging Technologies, Digital Transformation, Innovation, Virtual Environment

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • E

      ESSEC Business School

      Mieux comprendre l'ESS pour mieux en parler

      Skills you'll gain: Socioeconomics, Communication Strategies, Governance, Journalism, Community Development, Innovation, Corporate Sustainability, Social Sciences, Stakeholder Engagement, Economics, Business Modeling

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      A

      Amazon Web Services

      Data Engineering on AWS - Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Engineering, Serverless Computing, CI/CD, Data Infrastructure, Amazon Web Services, Data Architecture, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), AWS CloudFormation, Infrastructure Architecture, Security Controls, Cloud Applications, Amazon CloudWatch, Terraform

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      106 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      Y

      Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru

      Financial Markets and Instruments

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Market, Decision Making, Finance, Business Valuation, Capital Markets, Return On Investment, Equities, Corporate Finance, Financial Analysis, Investments, Risk Analysis, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Cash Flows, Social Sciences

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      E

      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
      ·
      48 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of California, Davis

      Digital Trends: AI, Metaverse, Persuasive Tech & Blockchain

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Assets, Digital Marketing, Artificial Neural Networks, Social Media, Web Development, Deep Learning, Persuasive Communication, Human Computer Interaction, Machine Learning, Business Ethics, Algorithms, Cryptography, Decision Making

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      P

      Packt

      Microsoft Project 2021 From Beginners to Advanced

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Project, Cost Management, Budget Management, Project Management Software, Resource Allocation, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Schedules, Timelines, Resource Management, Calendar Management, Project Controls, Management Reporting, Project Management, Resource Planning, Excel Macros, Scheduling, Financial Reporting, Consolidation

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      Imperial College London

      Types of Vaccine

      Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Pharmaceuticals, Infectious Diseases, Clinical Trials, Medical Science and Research, Epidemiology, Public Health, Clinical Research, Molecular Biology, Biology, Innovation, Emerging Technologies

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      22 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      SoFi

      Managing Debt

      Skills you'll gain: Mortgage Loans, Loans, Consumer Lending, Credit Risk, Financial Planning, Budget Management, Return On Investment, Cost Benefit Analysis, Goal Setting, Consolidation, Financial Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Introduction to Dart

      Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
      S

      Sciences Po

      Searching for the Grand Paris

      Skills you'll gain: Transportation Operations, Social Studies, Demography, Social Sciences, Public Safety and National Security, Community Development, Environmental Issue, Public Policies, Education and Training, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Economics

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
      ·
      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      The University of Melbourne

      Contemporary India

      Skills you'll gain: Art History, International Relations, Political Sciences, Culture, Ancient History, World History, Social Sciences, Economic Development, Anthropology, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Economics, Policy Analysis, Business Economics

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
      ·
      33 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • MOOC and Blended Learning: Tsinghua University
    • Mieux comprendre l'ESS pour mieux en parler: ESSEC Business School
    • Data Engineering on AWS - Foundations: Amazon Web Services
    • Financial Markets and Instruments: Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru
    • Effective Engagement of Civil Society in Development: Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • Digital Trends: AI, Metaverse, Persuasive Tech & Blockchain: University of California, Davis
    • Microsoft Project 2021 From Beginners to Advanced: Packt
    • Types of Vaccine: Imperial College London
    • Managing Debt: SoFi
    • Introduction to Dart: Google Cloud

    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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