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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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      DeepLearning.AI

      Sequences, Time Series and Prediction

      Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Predictive Modeling, Artificial Neural Networks, Forecasting, Data Processing, Machine Learning

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      From Concept to Critique: Prototyping with Sketch

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Design Reviews, Prototyping, Interaction Design, Mockups, UI/UX Research, Wireframing, Usability Testing, User Flows

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Vanderbilt University

      Generative AI HR Professional

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Productivity, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Human Resources, Management Training And Development, Employee Performance Management, Performance Review, Professional Development, Policy Development, New Hire Orientations, Communication, Communication Planning, Human Development, Recruitment, Interviewing Skills, Talent Recruitment, Policy Analysis

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, IT Management, Change Management, Performance Review, Incident Management

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SAP

      SAP Business Analyst

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Business Process Modeling, Risk Analysis, Performance Measurement, Stakeholder Management, Process Analysis, Business Analysis, Risk Management, Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Management, Process Mapping, Stakeholder Engagement, Process Improvement, Business Systems Analysis, Business Risk Management, Gap Analysis, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Stakeholder Communications, Business Requirements, User Requirements Documents

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Immersify

      Comfort & Care: Pain, Nutrition, Hydration Assessments

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Assistance, Compassion, Clinical Nutrition, Nutrition and Diet, Patient Education and Support, Empathy, Patient Evaluation, Direct Patient Care, Health Assessment, Nutrition Education, Communication, Clinical Experience, Health Care, Healthcare Ethics, Patient Safety, Health And Safety Standards, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Decision Making, Critical Thinking

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Starweaver

      Strategic Leadership in Hospitality

      Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Customer experience strategy (CX), Service Design, Design Thinking, Change Management, Capital Expenditure, Financial Statement Analysis, Cost Control, Social Media Marketing, Hospitality Management, Social Media, Innovation, Financial Forecasting, Finance, Operations Management, Prototyping, Strategic Planning, Capital Budgeting, Search Engine Optimization, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      MedCerts

      Nursing Assistant Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Assistance, Healthcare Ethics, Direct Patient Care, Caregiving, Toileting, Patient Education and Support, Medical Privacy, Oral Hygiene, Home Health Care, Nursing Homes, Personal Care, Care Coordination, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Geriatrics, Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      Identifying Transferable Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Project Management, Intercultural Competence, Professional Development, Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Collaboration, Self-Awareness, Planning, Personal Development, Communication, Adaptability

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Effective Hiring: Interview Training for Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Management Training And Development, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Recruitment, Diversity and Inclusion, Talent Acquisition, Performance Measurement, Decision Making, Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Introduction to Digital Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Marketing, Digital Media Strategy, Digital Advertising, Online Advertising, Marketing Effectiveness, Customer Analysis, Web Analytics, Business Metrics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Content Marketing, Persona Development

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      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Clemson University

      Applied Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Dimensionality Reduction, Data Cleansing, Matplotlib, Regression Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Data Science, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Applied Machine Learning, Pandas (Python Package), Big Data, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Exploratory Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Sequences, Time Series and Prediction: DeepLearning.AI
    • From Concept to Critique: Prototyping with Sketch: Coursera
    • Generative AI HR Professional: Vanderbilt University
    • Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • SAP Business Analyst: SAP
    • Comfort & Care: Pain, Nutrition, Hydration Assessments: Immersify
    • Strategic Leadership in Hospitality: Starweaver
    • Nursing Assistant Essentials: MedCerts
    • Identifying Transferable Skills: University of Minnesota
    • Effective Hiring: Interview Training for Managers: Coursera Instructor Network

    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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