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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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      Google Cloud

      Apps de IA generativa: transforma tu trabajo

      Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, Generative AI, Google Cloud Platform, Workflow Management, Productivity Software, Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Enterprise Security, Research Reports

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Introduction to Thermodynamics: Transferring Energy from Here to There

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Management, HVAC, Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Physics, Engineering Analysis, Plant Operations and Management, Process Analysis, Environmental Science

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Skillshare

      Professional Development for Future-Ready Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Leadership, Professional Development, Cultural Diversity, Leadership and Management, Empathy, Adaptability, Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Leadership: Being a Confident and Effective Team Leader

      Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Constructive Feedback, Diversity Training, Talent Management, Diversity Awareness, Professional Development, Employee Retention, Team Motivation, Leadership Development, Employee Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion, Leadership, Diversity Programs, Virtual Teams, Recognizing Others, Team Leadership, Teamwork, Communication, Leadership and Management

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera

      TikTok Community: Engage & Build

      Skills you'll gain: TikTok, Drive Engagement, Social Media Management, Customer Engagement, Social Media Strategy, Social Media, Social Media Content, Community Development

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Neurodiversity in Workplaces: Inclusive Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Culture Transformation, Safety Culture, Cognitive flexibility, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Team Management, Empathy, Cultural Diversity, Leadership and Management, Diversity Awareness, Collaboration, Innovation, Employee Engagement, Adaptability, Communication

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Sungkyunkwan University

      Korean Political Thought in the Past and Present

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Studies, International Relations, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, Family Law, Social Sciences, World History, Culture, Diplomacy, Civil Law, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Governance

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Confronting Gender Based Violence: Global Lessons for Healthcare Workers

      Skills you'll gain: Health Care, Trauma Care, Patient Safety, Mental and Behavioral Health, Crisis Intervention, Health Assessment, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Community Health, Healthcare Ethics, Health Technology, Health Policy, Medical Privacy, Patient Education And Counseling, Data Collection

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      LearnKartS

      Effective Collaboration & Teamwork Skills for Professionals

      Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Teamwork, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Team Leadership, Team Motivation, Constructive Feedback, Relationship Building, Emotional Intelligence, Diversity and Inclusion, Employee Engagement, Empathy, Active Listening, Trustworthiness

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Personal & Professional Development: Digital Norms for Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Teamwork, Telecommuting, Collaboration, Prioritization, Scheduling, Professional Development, Time Management, Digital Communications, Productivity, Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Figma UI UX Design Essentials Pt.3: Prototypes & Handoff

      Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), Responsive Web Design, Prototyping, UI Components, Interaction Design, User Experience, Mockups, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Animations, Design Reviews, Wireframing, User Flows, Design, Collaborative Software, Data Sharing

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Immersify

      The Nursing Journey: From Calling to Career

      Skills you'll gain: Nursing Care, Healthcare Ethics, Nursing Practices, Active Listening, Teamwork, Nursing, Professionalism, Social Skills, Conflict Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Verbal Communication Skills, Patient Education And Counseling, Communication, Health Care, Patient Evaluation, Compassion, Health Assessment, Patient Preparation, Patient Safety, Decision Making

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Apps de IA generativa: transforma tu trabajo: Google Cloud
    • Introduction to Thermodynamics: Transferring Energy from Here to There: University of Michigan
    • Professional Development for Future-Ready Leadership: Skillshare
    • Leadership: Being a Confident and Effective Team Leader: Skillshare
    • TikTok Community: Engage & Build: Coursera
    • Neurodiversity in Workplaces: Inclusive Leadership: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Korean Political Thought in the Past and Present: Sungkyunkwan University
    • Confronting Gender Based Violence: Global Lessons for Healthcare Workers: Johns Hopkins University
    • Effective Collaboration & Teamwork Skills for Professionals: LearnKartS
    • Personal & Professional Development: Digital Norms for Teams: Skillshare

    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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