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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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      Coursera Project Network

      Accroître l’engagement de votre profil d’entreprise sur IG

      Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Content Performance Analysis, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Drive Engagement, Performance Metric, Social Media Strategy, Customer Engagement

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Erste Schritte in Easil

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Materials, Marketing Design, Typography, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphic Design, Promotional Materials, Advertising, Design, Content Creation, Social Media Content

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado System

      Team Success through Cultural Awareness

      Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Conflict Management, Teamwork, Diversity and Inclusion, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Team Building, Personal Development, Team Leadership, Self-Awareness, Collaboration, Adaptability, Cultural Responsiveness, Active Listening, Empathy, Professional Development, Cognitive flexibility, Communication, Resilience, Leadership

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Climate and Health for Healthcare Professions

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Environmental Issue, Advocacy, Environmental Science, Community Health, Health Care, Public Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Health Systems, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Systems Thinking, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Policy, Emergency Response

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Formatting, Printing and Reporting with Primavera P6 PPM

      Skills you'll gain: Project Management Software, Management Reporting, Data Management, Timelines, Project Schedules, Business Reporting, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Controls, Data Visualization, Change Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Créer un calendrier de contenu pour tweeter en continuité

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Management, Content Development and Management, Social Media Content, Social Media, Content Strategy, Scheduling, Drive Engagement, User Accounts

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Erstelle Grafiken für Facebook in Visme

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Social Media Strategy, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Content, Graphic Design, Data Visualization, Content Creation, Advertising Campaigns

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Créer des visuels Twitter pour entreprises avec PicMonkey

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Management, Social Media, Social Media Content, Graphic and Visual Design, Brand Awareness, Content Creation, Brand Loyalty

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      مقدمة إلى خدمة رؤى الجمهور على فيسبوك

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Insights, Facebook, Marketing Analytics, Target Audience, Marketing Strategies, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Business Intelligence

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      New
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      Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute

      Ethics and Responsible Practices in GenAI

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Business Ethics, Generative AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Governance, Information Privacy, Accountability, Social Studies, Data Security

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Intégrer des applications dans votre Dashboard Hootsuite

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Integration, Dashboard, Cloud Applications, Software Installation, Content Performance Analysis, Social Media Management, Social Media, User Accounts, Media Strategy

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Как увеличивать число подписчиков через твиты

      Skills you'll gain: Drive Engagement, Customer Engagement, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Content, Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Brand Awareness, Growth Strategies, Regional Sales

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Accroître l’engagement de votre profil d’entreprise sur IG: Coursera Project Network
    • Erste Schritte in Easil: Coursera Project Network
    • Team Success through Cultural Awareness: University of Colorado System
    • Climate and Health for Healthcare Professions: Duke University
    • Formatting, Printing and Reporting with Primavera P6 PPM: Packt
    • Créer un calendrier de contenu pour tweeter en continuité: Coursera Project Network
    • Erstelle Grafiken für Facebook in Visme: Coursera Project Network
    • Créer des visuels Twitter pour entreprises avec PicMonkey: Coursera Project Network
    • مقدمة إلى خدمة رؤى الجمهور على فيسبوك: Coursera Project Network
    • Ethics and Responsible Practices in GenAI: Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute

    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.

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    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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