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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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      Meta

      Gerenciamento de mídias sociais

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Content, Social Media Management, Content Creation, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Content Management, Brand Strategy, Content Strategy, Brand Awareness, Instagram, Facebook, Customer Engagement

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Peking University

      大学生瑜伽

      Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation, Kinesiology, Stress Management, Mental Concentration, Respiration, Anatomy, Self-Awareness

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Повествование и влияние: Эффектная коммуникация

      Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Overcoming Objections, Influencing, Storytelling, Communication, Rapport Building, Public Speaking, Meeting Facilitation, Verbal Communication Skills, Strategic Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Presentations, Customer experience improvement, Non-Verbal Communication, Empathy, Relationship Building

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      59 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidades Anáhuac

      Gestión de talento y liderazgo con Empatía

      Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, Strategic Leadership, Talent Management, Human Capital, Organizational Leadership, People Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Innovation, Organizational Strategy, Business Transformation, Leadership, Culture Transformation, Corporate Sustainability, Employee Engagement, Empathy, Emotional Intelligence

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Goldman Sachs

      Haz Crecer Tu Negocio con Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

      Skills you'll gain: Market Opportunities, Growth Strategies, Business Development, Business Planning, Feasibility Studies, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategy, Business Analysis, Goal Setting, Communication

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      96 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Initier et planifier des projets

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Scoping, Project Planning, Project Documentation, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Influencing, Organizational Structure

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      48 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de Palermo

      Cómo ser un gran líder

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Interpersonal Communications, Leadership, Conflict Management, Leadership and Management, Adaptability, Team Leadership, Active Listening, Business Leadership, Decision Making, Strategic Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Communication, Time Management, Organizational Leadership, Productivity, Business Ethics, Trustworthiness, Non-Verbal Communication

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      83 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      كيف تفوز في المحادثات الصعبة| How to Win Tough Conversations

      Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Tactfulness, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Assertiveness, Composure, Emotional Intelligence

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      124 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Encouraging Student Collaboration with Padlet

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

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited

      Inventory Management

      Skills you'll gain: Order Management, Inventory Management, Inventory Management System, Inventory Control, Inventory Accounting, Warehouse Management, Materials Management, Cost Accounting, Performance Reporting, Accounting Software, Job Analysis

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Conflict Management For Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Negotiation, Emotional Intelligence, De-escalation Techniques, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Composure, Tactfulness, Expectation Management, Social Skills, Collaboration, Brainstorming, Verbal Communication Skills, Interviewing Skills, Empathy, Communication, Follow Through, Strategic Planning, Contingency Planning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      55 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Building Your Artistic Brand

      Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Target Market, Promotional Strategies, Brand Marketing, Marketing Channel, Competitive Analysis, Market Research, Brand Strategy, Branding, Marketing Communications, Brand Awareness, Digital Media Strategy, Market Analysis, Marketing, Social Media, Brand Management, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Entrepreneurship

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Gerenciamento de mídias sociais: Meta
    • 大学生瑜伽: Peking University
    • Повествование и влияние: Эффектная коммуникация: Macquarie University
    • Gestión de talento y liderazgo con Empatía: Universidades Anáhuac
    • Haz Crecer Tu Negocio con Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women: Goldman Sachs
    • Initier et planifier des projets: University of California, Irvine
    • Cómo ser un gran líder: Universidad de Palermo
    • كيف تفوز في المحادثات الصعبة| How to Win Tough Conversations: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Encouraging Student Collaboration with Padlet: Coursera Project Network
    • Inventory Management: Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited

    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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