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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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      Packt

      Practical Cyber Hacking Skills for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Network Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Incident Response, Firewall, Hardening, Information Systems Security, Application Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Malware Protection, Command-Line Interface, Linux Commands, Network Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Sustainable Marketing and Consumer Trends

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Marketing, Brand Management, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategies, Consumer Behaviour, Sustainability Reporting, Brand Strategy, Customer Engagement, Advertising, Regulatory Compliance, Business Ethics, Environmental Regulations, Digital Marketing, Emerging Technologies

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Amsterdam

      Basic Statistics

      Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Sampling (Statistics), Probability Distribution, Correlation Analysis, Probability, Statistical Inference, Regression Analysis, Sample Size Determination, Statistics, Scientific Methods

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      End User Security Awareness

      Skills you'll gain: Malware Protection, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Data Security, Network Security, Human Factors (Security), Personally Identifiable Information, Email Security, Wireless Networks

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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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      S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research

      Journey Towards Self Mastery

      Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Mindfulness, Compassion, Composure, Cognitive flexibility, Stress Management, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Resilience, Adaptability, Decision Making

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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

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      Coursera

      Facebook Content Creation Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Content Creation, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Drive Engagement, Video Production, Storytelling, Generative AI Agents, Writing, Video Editing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Popular Fitness Supplements

      Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Critical Thinking, Independent Thinking, Drug Interaction, Nutrition and Diet, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Regulatory Compliance, General Science and Research

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Simplilearn

      Lean Management Course

      Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Lean Methodologies, Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen Methodology, Operational Efficiency, Performance Measurement, Manufacturing Operations, Operational Excellence, Business Process, Quality Management, Process Improvement, Performance Metric, Waste Minimization, Kanban Principles, Six Sigma Methodology, Continuous Improvement Process, Quality Assurance and Control, Business Metrics, Process Mapping, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      Instagram Planning: Manage Content Like a Pro

      Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Content Creation, Social Media Management, Social Media Content, Content Development and Management, Marketing Planning, Content Strategy, Shared Media, Owned Media, Scheduling, Workflow Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Introduction to UX/UI Design

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Design Thinking, Usability, User Interface (UI) Design, Figma (Design Software), User Research, Interaction Design, Wireframing, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Emerging Technologies, Prototyping, Software Development Life Cycle

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Practical Cyber Hacking Skills for Beginners: Packt
    • Sustainable Marketing and Consumer Trends: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Basic Statistics: University of Amsterdam
    • End User Security Awareness: Packt
    • Team Success through Cultural Awareness: University of Colorado System
    • Journey Towards Self Mastery: S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research
    • Ethics and Responsible Practices in GenAI: Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute
    • Facebook Content Creation Essentials: Coursera
    • Popular Fitness Supplements: National Academy of Sports Medicine
    • Lean Management Course: Simplilearn

    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)
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    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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