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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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      Johns Hopkins University

      Teaching Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Peer Review, Curriculum Planning, Critical Thinking, Writing, Teaching, Editing, Instructional Strategies, Student-Centred Learning, Program Evaluation, Student Engagement, Journals, Literacy, Instructional Design, Analytical Skills, Storytelling, Goal Setting, Creativity, Differentiated Instruction, Time Management

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Introduction to Learning Transfer and Life Long Learning (3L)

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Training, Training and Development, Knowledge Transfer, Lifelong Learning, Human Learning, Motivational Skills, Organizational Change, Change Management, Learning Strategies, Performance Measurement, Coaching

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      A New Communication Framework for Healthcare

      Skills you'll gain: Compassion, Patient Education And Counseling, Empathy, Rapport Building, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Time Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Active Listening, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Diversity, Self-Awareness

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Infosec

      Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Cloud Technologies, IT Security Architecture, Infrastructure Security, Data Security, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Security Controls, Data Management, Computer Science, Information Technology, Risk Management Framework, Encryption

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      173 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Natural Language Processing and Capstone Assignment

      Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Text Mining, Predictive Modeling, Analytics, Big Data, Data Science, Emerging Technologies, Advanced Analytics, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Unstructured Data, Social Media, Geospatial Information and Technology, Machine Learning Methods, Deep Learning, Cloud Computing, Internet Of Things

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      43 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      How to Create a Good Business

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Engagement, Workforce Management, Human Resource Strategy, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Organizational Effectiveness, People Development, Employee Surveys, Management Training And Development, Environment Health And Safety, Communication, Program Evaluation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      بدء المشاريع والتخطيط لها

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Conflict Management, Organizational Structure, Project Scoping, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management, Project Planning, Planning, Project Management Life Cycle, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Coordination, Leadership and Management, Project Controls, Influencing

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

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      Lund University

      Cities and Consumption: Urban Sustainability and the Sharing Economy

      Skills you'll gain: Governance, Community Development, Public Administration, Socioeconomics, Environment and Resource Management, Systems Thinking, Sustainability Reporting, Economics, Innovation, Stakeholder Engagement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      175 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Scrimba

      Intro to SQL

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Management, Query Languages, Databases, Relational Databases, Data Manipulation, Database Management Systems, Data Access, Data Literacy

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Teaching Impacts of Technology: Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Education Software and Technology, Technology Solutions, Computational Thinking, Computer Networking, Live Streaming, Global Positioning Systems, Mobile Development, Media and Communications, Algorithms, Data Analysis Software

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      A Second Brain with Obsidian

      Skills you'll gain: Document Management, Organizational Skills, Information Architecture, Journals, File Management, Content Management, Network Analysis

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      Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Minnesota

      What does it mean to identify as Transgender or Gender Non-Conforming (TGNC)?

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Social Justice, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Advocacy, Public Policies, Mental Health

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      109 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Teaching Writing: Johns Hopkins University
    • Introduction to Learning Transfer and Life Long Learning (3L): University of California, Irvine
    • A New Communication Framework for Healthcare: University of California San Diego
    • Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP): Infosec
    • Natural Language Processing and Capstone Assignment: University of California, Irvine
    • How to Create a Good Business: University of Michigan
    • بدء المشاريع والتخطيط لها: University of California, Irvine
    • Cities and Consumption: Urban Sustainability and the Sharing Economy: Lund University
    • Intro to SQL: Scrimba
    • Teaching Impacts of Technology: Fundamentals: University of California San Diego

    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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