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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Machine Learning and Human Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Human Learning, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Learning Theory, Data Mining, Education and Training, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Mobile Development, Human Computer Interaction, Natural Language Processing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Evaluating Student Understanding with Socrative

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Real Time Data

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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Neuroscience Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Laboratory Research, Data Analysis, Neurology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Statistical Analysis, Data Collection, Medical Imaging, Quantitative Research, Statistics, Psychology, Anatomy

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Assertiveness Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Assertiveness, Resilience, Decisiveness, Conflict Management, Leadership Development, Communication, Leadership, Verbal Communication Skills, Empathy, Relationship Building

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Program Manager Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Process Improvement, Project Management Life Cycle, Scope Management, Project Portfolio Management, Project Documentation, Communication Planning, Project Closure, Resource Management, Risk Management, Scheduling, Professional Networking, Performance Reporting, Stakeholder Management, LinkedIn, Budget Management, Benefits Administration

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      14 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Leadership for Cancer Informatics Research

      Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Team Management, Mentorship, Collaborative Software, Technical Management, Health Informatics, Data Sharing, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Research, Diversity Awareness, Interpersonal Communications, Devops Tools, Information Management, Record Keeping, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Git (Version Control System), Docker (Software)

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Northeastern University

      Data Analytics Engineering: Probability & Techniques

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Data Structures, Scatter Plots, Python Programming, Data Visualization Software, Descriptive Statistics, Programming Principles, Statistical Analysis

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Università Bocconi

      Financing the development and evolution of infrastructure

      Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Risk Management, Investments, Risk Analysis, Investment Management, Finance, Economics, Stakeholder Management, Emerging Technologies, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      中國人文經典導讀

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Social Studies, Culture, Political Sciences, World History, Liberal Arts, Storytelling, Anthropology, Water Resources

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Migration, Health and Equity in Europe

      Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Health Care, Public Health, Community Health, Research, Immigration Law, Research Methodologies, Health Systems, Cultural Diversity, Advocacy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      HubSpot Academy

      Sales Enablement

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Enablement, Service Level Agreement, Sales Training, Sales Strategy, Target Audience, Lead Generation, Sales Process, Customer Success Management, Technology Strategies, Content Strategy, Meeting Facilitation, Customer Insights, Goal Setting

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      American Psychological Association

      What is Qualitative Research?

      Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Quantitative Research, Social Sciences, Psychology, Student Services, Student Support and Services

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

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

    • Machine Learning and Human Learning: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Evaluating Student Understanding with Socrative: Coursera Project Network
    • Neuroscience Methods: Johns Hopkins University
    • Assertiveness Skills: Packt
    • Program Manager Capstone: IBM
    • Leadership for Cancer Informatics Research: Johns Hopkins University
    • Data Analytics Engineering: Probability & Techniques: Northeastern University
    • Financing the development and evolution of infrastructure: Università Bocconi
    • 中國人文經典導讀: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • Migration, Health and Equity in Europe: University of Geneva

    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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