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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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      University of California, Irvine

      Types of Conflict

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Mediation, Teamwork, Leadership, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Employee Engagement, Assertiveness, Problem Solving, Active Listening, Communication, Decision Making

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Learning, Knowledge, and Human Development

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Child Development, School Psychology, Pedagogy, Human Development, Higher Education, Learning Theory, Psychology, Student Engagement, Social Sciences

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia

      New Models of Business in Society

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Philanthropy, Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Ethics, Stakeholder Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Environmental Issue, Business Modeling, Business Analysis, Business Strategy, Business, Business Transformation, Storytelling, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Financial Systems, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Organizational Leadership

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      Coursera Project Network

      Use Canva to Create Desktop and Mobile-friendly Web Pages.

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Web Design and Development, Web Applications, Web Content, Digital Publishing, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Visual Design, Social Media, Graphic Design, User Accounts, Business

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      University of Minnesota

      Introduction to Human Behavioral Genetics

      Skills you'll gain: Mental and Behavioral Health, Social Sciences, Psychology, Psychiatry, Biostatistics, Medical Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Research Methodologies, Biology

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Sit Less, Get Active

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Patient Education And Counseling, Preventative Care, Community Health, Self-Motivation, Lifelong Learning, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Chronic Diseases

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Rochester

      Introduction to Self-Determination Theory: An approach to motivation, development and wellness

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Motivation, Self-Awareness, Motivational Skills, Social Sciences, Mindfulness, Personal Development, Learning Theory, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Human Development, Psychology, Employee Engagement, Cultural Diversity, School Psychology, Goal Setting, Coaching, Psychotherapy, Relationship Building

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Houston

      Powerful Tools for Teaching and Learning: Digital Storytelling

      Skills you'll gain: Storyboarding, Storytelling, Content Creation, Digital Design, Video Editing, Multimedia, Photo Editing, Scripting, Peer Review, Oral Expression, Editing

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

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Nuts and Bolts of U.S. Immigration Law

      Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, Legal Proceedings, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Diversity Programs, Interviewing Skills

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited

      Tally Bookkeeper

      Skills you'll gain: Accounts Payable and Receivable, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Bookkeeping, Accounting Software, Budgeting, Accounting and Finance Software, Financial Accounting, Tax Returns, Data Import/Export, Inventory Management System, Order Management, Tax Management, Tax, General Ledger, Inventory Accounting, Tax Compliance, Billing & Invoicing, Finance, Banking

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Rice University

      Leadership Development for Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Professional Networking, Team Motivation, Creative Problem-Solving, Team Management, Prioritization, Stress Management, Meeting Facilitation, Relationship Management, Goal Setting, Time Management, Relationship Building, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Self-Awareness, Communication, Professional Development, Mentorship, Active Listening, Leadership

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Stanford University

      The AI Awakening: Implications for the Economy and Society

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Workforce Development, OpenAI, Employee Training, Socioeconomics, Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Business Solutions, Economics, Innovation, Natural Language Processing

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Types of Conflict: University of California, Irvine
    • Learning, Knowledge, and Human Development : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • New Models of Business in Society: University of Virginia
    • Use Canva to Create Desktop and Mobile-friendly Web Pages.: Coursera Project Network
    • Introduction to Human Behavioral Genetics: University of Minnesota
    • Sit Less, Get Active: The University of Edinburgh
    • Introduction to Self-Determination Theory: An approach to motivation, development and wellness: University of Rochester
    • Powerful Tools for Teaching and Learning: Digital Storytelling: University of Houston
    • Nuts and Bolts of U.S. Immigration Law: University of Pennsylvania
    • Tally Bookkeeper: Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited

    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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