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      Google

      The Nuts and Bolts of Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Advanced Analytics, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Predictive Modeling, Unsupervised Learning, Data Ethics, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Supervised Learning, Data Analysis, Performance Tuning, Python Programming

      4.8
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      531 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Relay Graduate School of Education

      Teaching Character and Creating Positive Classrooms

      Skills you'll gain: Student Engagement, Positivity, Teaching, Education and Training, Classroom Management, Pedagogy, Curriculum Planning, Lesson Planning, Personal Attributes, Working With Children, Course Development, Growth Mindedness, Childhood Education and Development, Optimism, Research, Empowerment, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Persistence, Rapport Building

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      947 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      CVS Health

      CVS Health Call Center Customer Service

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Call Center Experience, De-escalation Techniques, Greeting Customers, Growth Mindedness, Customer Service, Empathy, Interviewing Skills, Cross Selling, Retail Sales, Data Entry, Customer Relationship Building, Verbal Communication Skills, Upselling, Teamwork, Customer Complaint Resolution, Conflict Management, Product Knowledge, Communication, Time Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      365 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      User Interface Design

      Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, User Research, Design Research, User Interface (UI) Design, Usability Testing, Prototyping, User Interface (UI), Usability, User Experience, User Centered Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Ideation, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Design, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience Design, Interaction Design, Qualitative Research, Design Thinking, Human Centered Design

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introduction to Public Relations and the Media

      Skills you'll gain: Press Releases, Strategic Communication, Media Relations, Public Relations, Marketing and Public Relations, Media and Communications, Crisis Management, Marketing Communications, Corporate Communications, Communication Strategies, Corporate Sustainability, Brand Strategy, Brand Management, Storytelling, Branding, Business Ethics, Social Media, Persuasive Communication, Professional Networking, Writing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      688 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Rice University

      Leadership Development for Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Professional Networking, Team Motivation, Creative Problem-Solving, Team Management, Prioritization, Stress Management, Meeting Facilitation, Relationship Management, Goal Setting, Time Management, Relationship Building, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Self-Awareness, Communication, Professional Development, Mentorship, Active Listening, Leadership

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Estrategias de Negociación

      Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Diplomacy, Personal Development, Interpersonal Communications, Conflict Management, Strategic Partnership, Overcoming Obstacles, Cooperation, Professional Development, Teamwork, Communication, Business Strategy, Relationship Building, Leadership, Active Listening, Value Propositions, Communication Strategies, Cultural Diversity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      MathWorks

      Practical Data Science with MATLAB

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Feature Engineering, Data Visualization, Supervised Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Integration, Interactive Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Import/Export, Technical Communication, Data Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Data Visualization Software, Matlab, Regression Analysis, Data Processing, Descriptive Statistics, Data Cleansing, Predictive Modeling, Data Science

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Computer Vision Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Processing, Digital Design, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Programming, Matlab, Algorithms, Calculus, Probability & Statistics

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Meta

      Introducción al marketing en redes sociales

      Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Management, Persona Development, Digital Media Strategy, Content Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Facebook, Instagram, Goal Setting, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Customer Engagement

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      853 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Salud mental y atención comunitaria

      Skills you'll gain: Community Mental Health Services, Mental Health, Community Health, Cultural Diversity, Crisis Intervention, Community Development, Psychiatry, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Diversity Awareness, Health Disparities, Community Outreach, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Health, First Aid, Patient Education And Counseling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      93 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IESE Business School

      Organizational Behavior: How to Manage People

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, People Management, Team Management, Team Building, Team Motivation, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Culture, Cultural Diversity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • The Nuts and Bolts of Machine Learning: Google
    • Teaching Character and Creating Positive Classrooms : Relay Graduate School of Education
    • CVS Health Call Center Customer Service: CVS Health
    • User Interface Design: University of Minnesota
    • Introduction to Public Relations and the Media: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Leadership Development for Engineers: Rice University
    • Estrategias de Negociación: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Practical Data Science with MATLAB: MathWorks
    • Computer Vision Basics: University at Buffalo
    • Introducción al marketing en redes sociales: Meta

    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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