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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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      Coursera Project Network

      Prototypes in Figma: Creating an Initial Low Fidelity Design

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Design Thinking, Figma (Design Software), User Interface (UI) Design, User Flows, Prototyping, User Accounts

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      American Psychological Association

      Psychology of Group Behaviors

      Skills you'll gain: Behavior Management, Psychology, Sociology, Discussion Facilitation, Social Sciences, Conflict Management, Cultural Diversity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Cómo crear historias para Instagram y Facebook usando Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Animations, Canva (Software), Social Media, Storytelling, Content Creation, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design, Graphic Design

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Create environmental awareness content with Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Logo Design, Video Production, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Content Creation

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Maryland, College Park

      PMP Exam Prep: Ways of Working for Technical Projects

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Project Scoping, Earned Value Management, Project Controls, Project Management, Agile Methodology, Quality Management, Scope Management, Project Schedules, Project Planning, Agile Project Management, Project Risk Management, Project Estimation, Cost Management, Procurement, Project Performance, Change Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Michigan

      AI for Lawyers: Learning and Leading

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Communication, Lifelong Learning, Professional Development, Constructive Feedback, Leadership, Adaptability, Decision Making, Personal Development, Collaboration

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universiteit Leiden

      Population Health: Governance

      Skills you'll gain: Health Systems, Health Care Administration, Governance, Health Care, Primary Care, Health Policy, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Clinical Leadership, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Community Health, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of London

      Object-Oriented Programming in C++: Functions

      Skills you'll gain: Pseudocode, C++ (Programming Language), Integrated Development Environments, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Development Environment, Algorithms, Debugging, Programming Principles, Data Import/Export, File Systems, Data Structures

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
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      Duke University

      ESG Value Creation for Business Impact

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Business Ethics, Governance, Advocacy, Business Priorities, Organizational Strategy, Environmental Resource Management, Corporate Strategy, Environmental Issue, Stakeholder Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Arizona State University

      Digital Safety and Security

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Attacks, Data Security, Safety and Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Security Awareness Training, Information Systems Security, Security Strategy, Security Controls, Threat Modeling, Disaster Recovery, Data Loss Prevention, Incident Response, Vulnerability Assessments, Patch Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Starweaver

      Understanding Corporate Communications

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Communications, Internal Communications, Strategic Communication, Crisis Management, Business Communication, Business Ethics, Stakeholder Communications, Public Relations, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Media Relations, Communication Strategies, Communication, Employee Engagement, Social Media

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
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      Universidades Anáhuac

      Inteligencia Artificial Generativa para Docentes

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, AI Personalization, Artificial Intelligence, ChatGPT, Data Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Prototypes in Figma: Creating an Initial Low Fidelity Design: Coursera Project Network
    • Psychology of Group Behaviors: American Psychological Association
    • Cómo crear historias para Instagram y Facebook usando Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Create environmental awareness content with Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • PMP Exam Prep: Ways of Working for Technical Projects: University of Maryland, College Park
    • AI for Lawyers: Learning and Leading: University of Michigan
    • Population Health: Governance: Universiteit Leiden
    • Object-Oriented Programming in C++: Functions: University of London
    • ESG Value Creation for Business Impact: Duke University
    • Digital Safety and Security: Arizona State University

    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.

    Skills you can learn in Leadership And Management

    Leadership (53)
    Project Management (30)
    Plan (25)
    Planning (24)
    Modeling (17)
    Analytics (16)
    Human Resources (16)
    Decision-making (15)
    Change Management (14)
    Innovation (14)
    Negotiation (14)
    Human Resource Management (13)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Social Work

    Popular courses include Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change from the University of Michigan and Using Public Policy for Social Change from the University of Michigan. These courses explore topics such as counseling techniques, trauma-informed care, public policy, and advocacy.‎

    Yes. Many social work–related courses offer a free audit option, giving you access to video lectures and reading materials at no cost. To earn a certificate or complete assessments, you’ll need to pay or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn about human behavior, case management, ethics, mental health, community development, and working with diverse populations. Some courses also explore social welfare systems, cultural competency, and techniques for supporting individuals and families in crisis.‎

    Not necessarily. Many courses are beginner-friendly and introduce key social work concepts from the ground up. More advanced options may be better suited for learners with some experience in social sciences or community service.‎

    Yes. While Coursera doesn’t offer a full degree in social work, its courses can help you explore the field, build practical skills, and prepare for further education or roles in social services, counseling, nonprofit work, and community outreach.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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