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    Find the Best Social Work Course for Your Goals

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      IBM

      Data Visualization and Dashboards with Excel and Cognos

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, IBM Cognos Analytics, Tree Maps, Scatter Plots, Data Analysis, Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Excel, Histogram

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Adobe

      Adobe Graphic Designer

      Skills you'll gain: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Visual Design, Graphic Design, Generative AI, Logo Design, User Experience Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Digital Design, Content Creation, File Management, Process Design, Design Reviews, Prompt Engineering, Image Analysis, Presentations, Client Services, Artificial Intelligence, Branding, Storytelling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      993 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Duke University

      Dog Emotion and Cognition

      Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Learning Theory, Training Programs, Anthropology, Social Sciences, Experimentation, Research, Scientific Methods, Non-Verbal Communication, Biology

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      University of Pennsylvania

      People Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, Human Resource Strategy, Talent Management, Workforce Planning, Collaboration, Organizational Effectiveness, Performance Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Workforce Management, Analytics, Performance Measurement, Employee Retention, Staff Management, Data Analysis, Performance Management, Predictive Analytics, Network Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Stanford University

      Organizational Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Structure, Decision Making, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Change, Organizational Effectiveness, Professional Networking, Business, Social Sciences, Culture, Sociology, Analysis, Resource Management, Learning Theory, Innovation, Negotiation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Washington

      Introduction to Public Speaking

      Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Communication Strategies, Composure, Instructional Design, Stress Management, Education Software and Technology, Organizational Skills

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Berklee

      Music Education for Teachers

      Skills you'll gain: Music, Musical Composition, Music Theory, Education Software and Technology, Peer Review, Instrumental Music, Teaching, Active Listening, World Music, Constructive Feedback, Classroom Management, Music Performance, Cultural Responsiveness, Oral Expression, Cultural Diversity, Post-Production, Media Production, Creativity, Empowerment, Collaboration

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.9K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Assess for Success: Marketing Analytics and Measurement

      Skills you'll gain: Media Planning, Spreadsheet Software, A/B Testing, Return On Investment, Marketing Analytics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Google Analytics, Pivot Tables And Charts, Performance Measurement, Digital Marketing, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Google Ads, Marketing Budgets, Marketing, Web Analytics and SEO, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Communications

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Human Resources Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Training and Development, Performance Metric, Compensation Management, Human Resources, Human Resource Strategy, Workforce Planning, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Employee Engagement, Recruitment, Talent Acquisition, Employee Retention

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Indian School of Business

      Trading Strategies in Emerging Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Peer Review, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Trading, Balance Sheet, Portfolio Management, Income Statement, Data Collection, Market Liquidity, Market Data, Investment Management, Financial Analysis, Performance Analysis, Financial Market, Market Dynamics, Project Design, Market Analysis, Technical Analysis, Securities Trading, Performance Measurement

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Rice University

      Engineering Project Management

      Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Communication Planning, Cost Management, Scope Management, Project Estimation, Project Schedules, Earned Value Management, Scheduling, Team Management, Quality Assurance, Stakeholder Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Risk Management, Organizational Structure, Procurement, Project Risk Management, Project Documentation, Requirements Management, Project Management, Planning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      C for Everyone: Programming Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Program Development, Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Integrated Development Environments, Algorithms

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Data Visualization and Dashboards with Excel and Cognos: IBM
    • Adobe Graphic Designer: Adobe
    • Dog Emotion and Cognition: Duke University
    • People Analytics: University of Pennsylvania
    • Organizational Analysis : Stanford University
    • Introduction to Public Speaking: University of Washington
    • Music Education for Teachers: Berklee
    • Assess for Success: Marketing Analytics and Measurement: Google
    • Human Resources Analytics: University of California, Irvine
    • Trading Strategies in Emerging Markets: Indian School of Business

    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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