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      DeepLearning.AI

      Structuring Machine Learning Projects

      Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Technical Management, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Debugging, Deep Learning, Supervised Learning, Test Data, Analysis, Algorithms, Performance Tuning, Data Quality

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Generative AI for Educators

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, AI Personalization, ChatGPT, Data Ethics, Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Information Privacy, Technical Writing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Image Analysis, Content Creation, Virtual Environment, Data Analysis, Mitigation, Data Security

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Key Technologies for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Data Literacy, Cloud Computing Architecture, Generative AI, Cloud Computing, Cloud Security, Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Mining, Public Cloud, Cloud Storage, Data Analysis, Data Science, OpenAI, Serverless Computing, Cloud-Native Computing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, ChatGPT, Business Process Automation, Business

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      102K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      Prompt Engineering for Law

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, OpenAI, Data Ethics, AI Personalization, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Legal Research, Legal Risk, Innovation, Information Privacy, Application Development, Scenario Testing, Performance Testing, Contract Review, Business Ethics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Meta

      Meta iOS Developer

      Skills you'll gain: React Native, Apple Xcode, Version Control, iOS Development, Unix Commands, Swift Programming, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Research, UI/UX Research, Git (Version Control System), Usability Testing, React.js, User Experience Design, Core Data (Software), GitHub, Interaction Design, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Apple iOS, Data Structures, Javascript

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Advanced Learning Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Tree Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Data Ethics, Tensorflow, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Supervised Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Random Forest Algorithm, Algorithms, Performance Tuning

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Web Design for Everybody: Basics of Web Development & Coding

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Wireframing, HTML and CSS, Web Design, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Javascript, Web Design and Development, Web Development Tools, Web Development, Browser Compatibility, Web Applications, Front-End Web Development, Code Review, User Interface (UI), Usability, Web Content, Event-Driven Programming

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      35K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IBM Data Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Data Warehousing, SQL, Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Linux Commands, Database Administration, Data Architecture, Data Migration, Data Security, IBM DB2, Bash (Scripting Language), Data Pipelines, Apache Airflow, Database Design, MySQL, Cloud Storage, Database Management, Database Architecture and Administration, Extract, Transform, Load

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Project Management & Other Tools for Career Development

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Business Writing, Stakeholder Engagement, Creative Problem-Solving, Stakeholder Management, Problem Solving, Business Correspondence, Report Writing, Creativity, Scope Management, Project Scoping, Project Risk Management, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Project Planning, Change Control, Project Management, Relationship Building, Risk Management, Conflict Management, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      37K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Python 3 Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, JSON, Restful API, Programming Principles, Data Processing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Web Services, Application Programming Interface (API), Image Analysis, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Software Engineering, Python Programming, Data Import/Export, Data Manipulation, Scripting, Software Design Patterns, Data Transformation, Jupyter, Computer Vision

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      23K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IT Fundamentals for Cybersecurity

      Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Detection and Response, Networking Hardware, Cybersecurity, Linux, IT Service Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Active Directory, Network Security, Cloud Computing, Incident Response, TCP/IP, Malware Protection, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Identity and Access Management, Network Protocols, Cyber Attacks, Regulatory Compliance, Data Ethics, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Testing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      22K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Microsoft

      Master Microsoft Office 365 and Power Platform

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Spreadsheet Software, Collaborative Software, Excel Formulas, Data Visualization, Presentations, Data Integration, Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, Business Process Automation, Data Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6.1K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Structuring Machine Learning Projects: DeepLearning.AI
    • Generative AI for Educators: IBM
    • Key Technologies for Business: IBM
    • Prompt Engineering for Law: Vanderbilt University
    • Meta iOS Developer: Meta
    • Advanced Learning Algorithms: DeepLearning.AI
    • Web Design for Everybody: Basics of Web Development & Coding: University of Michigan
    • IBM Data Architecture: IBM
    • Project Management & Other Tools for Career Development: University of California, Irvine
    • Python 3 Programming: University of Michigan

    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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