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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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      University of California, Irvine

      Conflict Management

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Active Listening, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Mediation, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Stakeholder Management, Teamwork, Cooperation, Collaboration, Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Research Reports, Analysis, Employee Engagement, Problem Solving

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      Cyber Security Projects for Your Dream Job

      Skills you'll gain: Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cloud Computing, Threat Detection, Vulnerability Scanning, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Security Assessment, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Incident Management, ChatGPT, Virtual Machines

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Whizlabs

      Azure Data Storage Solutions

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Azure Synapse Analytics, Data Integration, Cloud Storage, Data Lakes, Data Pipelines, Data Storage, Databricks, Microsoft SQL Servers, NoSQL, .NET Framework, Data Security, Real Time Data, Encryption, Scalability

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      QA Process Optimization: Agile & Automated Testing

      Skills you'll gain: Software Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance, Test Automation, Test Tools, Acceptance Testing, Agile Software Development, Test Case, Software Testing, Continuous Integration, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Agile Methodology, User Story

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northeastern University

      Introduction to Machine Learning and Algorithmic Bias

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Governance, Data Ethics, Applied Machine Learning, Data Processing, Risk Mitigation, Algorithms, Diversity and Inclusion, Business Ethics, Data Governance, Data Collection

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Microsoft Copilot for Power BI: AI-Powered Report Insights

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Power BI, Dashboard, Data Modeling, Business Intelligence, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization Software, Microsoft Copilot, Data Integration, Interactive Data Visualization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Data Cleansing, ChatGPT

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Architecting AI Solutions – Scalable GenAI Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Scalability, Cloud Computing Architecture, Large Language Modeling, Systems Architecture, Cloud Applications, Cloud-Native Computing, Site Reliability Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Threat Modeling, Security Engineering, Containerization, Load Balancing, Docker (Software), System Monitoring, Disaster Recovery, Information Privacy

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Prescriptive Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Network Model, Business Modeling, Operations Research, Microsoft Excel, Process Optimization, Business Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytical Skills, Machine Learning, Bayesian Statistics

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      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Case Western Reserve University

      Inspired Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Coaching, Negotiation, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Leadership Development, Compassion, Leadership, Organizational Change, Organizational Development, Organizational Leadership, Empowerment, Culture Transformation, Strategic Leadership, People Development, Active Listening, Personal Development, Drive Engagement, Professional Development, Leadership and Management

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

      Learning to Teach Online

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, End User Training and Support, Technical Communication, Quality Assurance, Innovation, Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies, Digital Communications

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of London

      Global Diplomacy: the United Nations in the World

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Intervention, International Relations, Diplomacy, Advocacy, Human Services, Political Sciences, Social Justice, Public Policies, World History, Governance, Policy Analysis, Systems Thinking, Conflict Management

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Intellectual Property Law

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Brand Awareness, Legal Strategy, Brand Management, Asset Protection, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Packaging and Labeling, Business Strategy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Innovation, Business Valuation, Creativity, Legal Risk, Lawsuits, Musical Composition, Legal Research, Registration, Commercial Laws, Case Law, Economics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Conflict Management: University of California, Irvine
    • Cyber Security Projects for Your Dream Job: Packt
    • Azure Data Storage Solutions : Whizlabs
    • QA Process Optimization: Agile & Automated Testing: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Introduction to Machine Learning and Algorithmic Bias: Northeastern University
    • Microsoft Copilot for Power BI: AI-Powered Report Insights: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Architecting AI Solutions – Scalable GenAI Systems: Packt
    • Prescriptive Analytics: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Inspired Leadership: Case Western Reserve University
    • Learning to Teach Online: UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

    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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