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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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      Tel Aviv University

      The Holocaust - An Introduction (I): Nazi Germany: Ideology, The Jews and the World

      Skills you'll gain: Public History, World History, European History, Social Justice, Research, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yale University

      Health Behavior Change: From Evidence to Action

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health and Disease Prevention, Nutrition and Diet, Public Health, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Behavioral Economics, Patient Education And Counseling, Program Evaluation, Preventative Care

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      456 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Applied Social Network Analysis in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Network Model, Graph Theory, Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Applied Machine Learning, Matplotlib, Predictive Modeling, Python Programming, Simulations, Algorithms

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2.7K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The State University of New York

      International Cyber Conflicts

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, International Relations, Cyber Operations, Cyber Governance, Network Infrastructure, Conflict Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Security Management, Political Sciences, Media and Communications, Psychology

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.5K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tel Aviv University

      The Emergence of the Modern Middle East - Part I

      Skills you'll gain: World History, Political Sciences, International Relations, European History, Social Sciences, Economics, Governance, Cultural Diversity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Meta

      Coding Interview Preparation

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Software Visualization, Pseudocode, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Technical Communication, Computational Logic, Program Development, Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      701 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of California San Diego

      Our Energy Future

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Electrical Power, Pollution Prevention, Environmental Policy, Mitigation, Environment, Social Studies, Food and Beverage, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Science, Economics, Chemical Engineering, Production Process, Biology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Positive Psychology: Character, Grit and Research Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Research Design, Qualitative Research, Critical Thinking, Persistence, Program Evaluation, Tenacity, Psychological Evaluations, Surveys, Growth Mindedness, Data Collection, Reliability

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • A

      Alfaisal University | KLD

      تحقيق السعادة في بيئة العمل | Achieving Happiness at Work

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Engagement, Stress Management, Employee Retention, Mindfulness, Productivity, Emotional Intelligence, Relationship Building, Resilience, Self-Awareness

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      781 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Designing the Organization

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Structure, Governance, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Change, Business Management, Innovation, Systems Thinking, Business Strategies, Strategic Thinking, Growth Strategies, Decision Making

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.7K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Inglés Empresarial: Gestión y Liderazgo

      Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Telephone Skills, Business Writing, Business Communication, Employee Coaching, Organizational Skills, Business Leadership, Delegation Skills, Writing, English Language, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Verbal Communication Skills, Recruitment, Communication, Team Building, Vocabulary

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.7K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Emory University

      Introduction to Management Consulting

      Skills you'll gain: Consulting, Management Consulting, Business Consulting, Consultative Approaches, Business Management, Problem Solving, Analysis, Client Services, Business Analytics, Business Strategies, Decision Making, Complex Problem Solving

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • The Holocaust - An Introduction (I): Nazi Germany: Ideology, The Jews and the World: Tel Aviv University
    • Health Behavior Change: From Evidence to Action: Yale University
    • Applied Social Network Analysis in Python: University of Michigan
    • International Cyber Conflicts: The State University of New York
    • The Emergence of the Modern Middle East - Part I: Tel Aviv University
    • Coding Interview Preparation: Meta
    • Our Energy Future: University of California San Diego
    • Positive Psychology: Character, Grit and Research Methods: University of Pennsylvania
    • تحقيق السعادة في بيئة العمل | Achieving Happiness at Work: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Designing the Organization: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    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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