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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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      University of London

      Responsive Website Development and Design Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Wireframing, Persona (User Experience), Ideation, Technical Communication, Prototyping, Web Development, User Research, Software Development Life Cycle, Usability Testing, Web Design, Application Development, Responsive Web Design, Version Control, Brainstorming, Application Programming Interface (API)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      65 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Duke University

      Art of the MOOC: Experiments with Sound

      Skills you'll gain: World Music, Music History, Music, Musical Composition, Music Theory, Multimedia, Public Affairs, Performing Arts, Music Performance, Electronic Media, Liberal Arts, Experimentation, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      74 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Inclusive Communication and Behavior in the Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Empathy, Diversity and Inclusion, Social Skills, Relationship Building, Cultural Diversity, Professionalism, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Taiwan University

      紅樓夢(The Red Chamber Dream)

      Skills you'll gain: World History, Liberal Arts, Culture, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Storytelling, Creativity, Interpersonal Communications, Psychology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      58 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Analyzing Macro-Environmental Factors Using Creately

      Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Market Opportunities, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, New Business Development, Market Analysis, Business Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Risk Analysis, Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      107 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      Universidad Nacional de Colombia

      La noción de ética para la vida profesional

      Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Environmental Issue, Research, Decision Making, Cultural Diversity

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      49 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Proyecto final: Evaluación del y para el aprendizaje

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Program Evaluation, Curriculum Planning, Qualitative Research, Survey Creation, Systems Thinking

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      55 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Carnegie Mellon University

      Statistical Thermodynamics: Molecules to Machines

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Engineering, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering Analysis, Physics, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Mathematical Modeling, Physical Science, Probability Distribution

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      50 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Notion for Beginners: Intro to AI Marketing Template Mastery

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Automation, Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, Marketing Operations, Campaign Management, ChatGPT, AI Personalization, Databases, Automation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Product Design Brainstorming with Miro

      Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Brainstorming, Ideation, Product Design, Project Design, Design Thinking, Persona Development, Workflow Management, User Centered Design, Collaborative Software, Innovation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      73 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      California Institute of the Arts

      The Art of Filmmaking: Composition and Moving Image

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Videography, Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Editing, Design Elements And Principles, Storytelling, Journals, Creativity

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Líderes para la gestión en seguridad ciudadana y justicia

      Skills you'll gain: Public Safety and National Security, Governance, Public Policies, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Social and Human Services, Public Administration, Social Justice, Community Development, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Program Evaluation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Responsive Website Development and Design Capstone : University of London
    • Art of the MOOC: Experiments with Sound: Duke University
    • Inclusive Communication and Behavior in the Workplace: Coursera Instructor Network
    • 紅樓夢(The Red Chamber Dream): National Taiwan University
    • Analyzing Macro-Environmental Factors Using Creately: Coursera Project Network
    • La noción de ética para la vida profesional: Universidad Nacional de Colombia
    • Proyecto final: Evaluación del y para el aprendizaje: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Statistical Thermodynamics: Molecules to Machines: Carnegie Mellon University
    • Notion for Beginners: Intro to AI Marketing Template Mastery: Coursera Project Network
    • Create a Product Design Brainstorming with Miro: Coursera Project 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)
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    Modeling (17)
    Analytics (16)
    Human Resources (16)
    Decision-making (15)
    Change Management (14)
    Innovation (14)
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    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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