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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

      Data Modeling with Power BI: Advanced DAX Calculations

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Power BI, Business Analysis, Financial Data, Business Intelligence, Data Modeling, Financial Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Import/Export

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • B

      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Infraestructura sostenible en la agenda de desarrollo

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Economic Development, Project Finance, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Socioeconomics, Project Management Life Cycle, Construction, Environment and Resource Management

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Impulsando la transformación del marketing digital

      Skills you'll gain: Brand Management, Digital Media Strategy, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications, Digital Transformation, Marketing Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Consumer Behaviour, Business Strategy, Innovation, Automation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      78 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Riesgos de desastres en proyectos de infraestructura

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Project Risk Management, Risk Management, Mitigation, Disaster Recovery, Civil Engineering, Economic Development, Social Studies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Arizona State University

      商务英语课程 Business English

      Skills you'll gain: Purchasing, Meeting Facilitation, Business Writing, Procurement, Active Listening, Business Correspondence, Marketing Materials, English Language, Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Presentations, Marketing, Employee Coaching, Persuasive Communication, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Business Management, Influencing, Business Marketing, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      46 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Leading the Circular and Sustainable Business

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainability Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business Reporting, Business Leadership, Business Ethics, Environmental Resource Management, Community Organizing, Business Management, Empowerment, Supply Chain Management, Organizational Structure, Stakeholder Engagement, Financial Accounting, Marketing, Communication

      Build toward a degree

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Western Australia

      Recruiting for Diversity and Inclusion

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Diversity, Workforce Planning, Employee Engagement, Recruitment, Recruitment Strategies, Talent Sourcing, Human Resource Strategy, Interviewing Skills, Data Collection, Talent Acquisition, Employee Onboarding, Organizational Effectiveness, Professional Networking, Job Analysis, Business Metrics, LinkedIn, Cultural Sensitivity

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      84 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Università di Napoli Federico II

      English for Business B1

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Business Communication, Business Correspondence, Verbal Communication Skills, Negotiation, Business Writing, English Language, Interviewing Skills, Data Visualization, Communication, Report Writing, Data Storytelling, Taking Meeting Minutes, Recruitment, Business Reporting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Create Customer Personas in Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Persona Development, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Insights, Customer Data Management, Target Audience, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Planning, Consumer Behaviour, Market Analysis, Social Media

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Surviving Disruptive Technologies (On Demand)

      Skills you'll gain: Emerging Technologies, Technology Strategies, Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Social Media, Innovation, Organizational Change, Competitive Analysis, E-Commerce, Business Strategy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      61 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      The Politics of Skepticism

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, European History, Ancient History, Policy Analysis, Social Studies, Research, Creativity, Investigation, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      GO Programming for Everyone: Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Go (Programming Language), C (Programming Language), Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Algorithms, File Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Data Modeling with Power BI: Advanced DAX Calculations : Coursera Project Network
    • Infraestructura sostenible en la agenda de desarrollo: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Impulsando la transformación del marketing digital: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Riesgos de desastres en proyectos de infraestructura: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • 商务英语课程 Business English: Arizona State University
    • Leading the Circular and Sustainable Business: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Recruiting for Diversity and Inclusion: University of Western Australia
    • English for Business B1: Università di Napoli Federico II
    • Create Customer Personas in Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Surviving Disruptive Technologies (On Demand): University of Maryland, College Park

    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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