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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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      كيفية استعمال سيرفي مونكي للشركات الصغيرة

      Skills you'll gain: User Feedback, Customer Insights, Customer experience improvement, Business Research, Small Data, Social Media

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Comment configurer Facebook Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Online Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Advertising, Digital Advertising, Social Media Campaigns, Web Analytics

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Product Marketers: Data-Driven Campaigns

      Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Marketing Analytics, A/B Testing, Marketing Strategies, Product Marketing, Marketing, Advertising Campaigns, Performance Measurement, Generative AI, Target Audience, Google Ads, Predictive Analytics, ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Как создать рекламную кампанию в Twitter

      Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Advertising Campaigns, Advertising, Digital Advertising, Budget Management, Paid media, Social Media Campaigns, Content Creation, Social Media Marketing

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      AWS IAM: The Cloud Engineer's Security Handbook

      Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Identity and Access Management, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Multi-Factor Authentication, Authorization (Computing), Security Controls, User Accounts, Key Management, Encryption, Command-Line Interface, Data Encryption Standard

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      New Map for Product Managers: Superpower Grand Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Partnership, Demography, Forecasting, Market Trend, Global Marketing, Market Dynamics, Economics, International Relations, Economic Development, Socioeconomics, Environmental Issue, Financial Systems, Business Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      SAE Institute México

      Bulletproof 2. Networking Autopsy

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Relationship Building, Resilience, Collaboration, Growth Mindedness, Courage, Overcoming Obstacles, Empathy, Interpersonal Communications, Communication

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Wetland Regulation: Local to Global Perspective

      Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Land Management, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Environmental Regulations, Environment, Environmental Laws, Civil Engineering, Community Development, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Mitigation, International Relations, Governance

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Sales Managers: Data-Driven Sales Forecasting

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Pipelines, Sales Management, Sales Enablement, Sales Process, Sales, Sales Strategy, Customer Engagement, Sales Training, Generative AI Agents, Customer experience improvement, Lead Generation, Forecasting, Business Ethics, Prioritization

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Onboarding: Automating Employee Journeys

      Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Automation, Employee Surveys, Employee Onboarding, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Generative AI Agents, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Document Management, ChatGPT, Employee Engagement

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Comment vendre ses produits et services avec Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Marketing Materials, Email Marketing, Marketing Design, Promotional Materials, Marketing, Advertising, Social Media Content, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      L&T EduTech

      TBMs,Pile Rigs,Cranes & Hauling Vehicles

      Skills you'll gain: Construction Engineering, Construction, Civil Engineering, Equipment Design, Structural Engineering, Maintenance, Repair, and Facility Services, Construction Management, Safety Assurance, Mechanical Engineering, Facility Management and Maintenance, Manufacturing Processes

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • كيفية استعمال سيرفي مونكي للشركات الصغيرة: Coursera Project Network
    • Comment configurer Facebook Analytics: Coursera Project Network
    • GenAI for Product Marketers: Data-Driven Campaigns: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Как создать рекламную кампанию в Twitter: Coursera Project Network
    • AWS IAM: The Cloud Engineer's Security Handbook: Packt
    • New Map for Product Managers: Superpower Grand Strategies: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Bulletproof 2. Networking Autopsy: SAE Institute México
    • Wetland Regulation: Local to Global Perspective: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • GenAI for Sales Managers: Data-Driven Sales Forecasting: Coursera Instructor Network
    • GenAI for Onboarding: Automating Employee Journeys: 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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    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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