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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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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Innovación Educativa

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Instructional Strategies, Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Entrepreneurship, Higher Education, Qualitative Research, Creative Thinking, Collaboration

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Starweaver

      Customer Relationship Management

      Skills you'll gain: Loyalty Programs, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Retention, Business Relationship Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer Success Management, Marketing Analytics, Business Analytics, Target Market, Marketing Strategies, Sales Management, Performance Measurement, Performance Management, Business Development

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of London

      Business Sustainability in the Circular Economy

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Reverse Logistics, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business Ethics, Sustainability Reporting, Environmental Regulations, Logistics Management, Environmental Management Systems, Business Strategies, Environmental Policy

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Duke University

      The Brain and Space

      Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Spatial Analysis, Systems Thinking, Human Learning, Psychology, Image Analysis, Anatomy, Biology, Physics, General Science and Research

      4.7
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      INSEAD

      Introduction to Blockchain for Financial Services

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Emerging Technologies, Digital Transformation, Distributed Computing, Stakeholder Management, Financial Services, Cryptography, Business Modeling, Information Privacy, Innovation, Data Integrity, Governance

      4.7
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      Microsoft

      Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals PL-900 Exam Prep

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Power BI, Data Visualization, Data Integration, Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, Business Process Automation, Microsoft 365, Application Development, Workflow Management, Business Process, Cloud Applications, Automation, Data Modeling, Self Service Technologies, Customer Engagement, Application Deployment, Data Analysis Software

      4.4
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      Michigan State University

      Photography Techniques: Light, Content, and Sharing

      Skills you'll gain: Photography, Photo Editing, Digital Publishing, Content Creation, Color Theory, Information Privacy, Creativity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      The University of Hong Kong

      Making Sense of the News: News Literacy Lessons for Digital Citizens

      Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Media and Communications, Analytical Skills, Literacy, Research, Trustworthiness, Digital Communications, Reliability, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      University of Pennsylvania

      ESG and Climate Change

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Environmental Issue, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Laws, Environmental Regulations, Waste Minimization, Business Risk Management, Sustainability Reporting, Product Lifecycle Management, Insurance, Innovation, Stakeholder Engagement

      4.8
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      SkillUp EdTech

      Product Management: Foundations & Stakeholder Collaboration

      Skills you'll gain: Product Management, Innovation, Stakeholder Management, Product Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Competitive Analysis, Product Planning, Product Strategy, Communication Strategies, Business Strategy, Communication, Market Analysis, Leadership, Business Development, Goal Setting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      University of Cape Town

      Research for Impact

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Communication, Influencing, Research, Training and Development, Complex Problem Solving, Change Management, Systems Thinking, Research Methodologies, Strategic Partnership

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Sciences Po

      Migrations internationales : un enjeu mondial

      Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, World History, International Relations, Governance, European History, Demography, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, Environmental Issue, Social Sciences, Sociology, Public Policies, Policy Development, Policy Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      129 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Innovación Educativa: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Customer Relationship Management: Starweaver
    • Business Sustainability in the Circular Economy: University of London
    • The Brain and Space: Duke University
    • Introduction to Blockchain for Financial Services: INSEAD
    • Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals PL-900 Exam Prep: Microsoft
    • Photography Techniques: Light, Content, and Sharing: Michigan State University
    • Making Sense of the News: News Literacy Lessons for Digital Citizens: The University of Hong Kong
    • ESG and Climate Change: University of Pennsylvania
    • Product Management: Foundations & Stakeholder Collaboration: SkillUp EdTech

    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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