• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Coursera
  • Online Degrees
  • Careers
  • Log In
  • Join for Free
    Coursera
    • Browse
    • Social Work

    Social Work Courses

    Social work courses can help you learn how to support individuals and communities through advocacy, counseling, and social services in a variety of settings.

    Skip to search results

    Filter by

    Subject
    Required
     *

    Language
    Required
     *

    The language used throughout the course, in both instruction and assessments.

    Learning Product
    Required
     *

    Build job-relevant skills in under 2 hours with hands-on tutorials.
    Learn from top instructors with graded assignments, videos, and discussion forums.
    Learn a new tool or skill in an interactive, hands-on environment.
    Get in-depth knowledge of a subject by completing a series of courses and projects.
    Earn career credentials from industry leaders that demonstrate your expertise.
    Earn career credentials while taking courses that count towards your Master’s degree.
    Earn your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree online for a fraction of the cost of in-person learning.
    Earn a university-issued career credential in a flexible, interactive format.
    Graduate level learning within reach.

    Level
    Required
     *

    Duration
    Required
     *

    Skills
    Required
     *

    Subtitles
    Required
     *

    Educator
    Required
     *

    Find the Best Social Work Course for Your Goals

    • Status: New
      New
      P

      Packt

      Landscapes and Open World Creation

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Virtual Environment, Computer Graphics, Game Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Video Game Development, Scalability, Performance Tuning

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      U

      University of Colorado System

      Culture Matters and Teamwork

      Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Teamwork, Diversity and Inclusion, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Team Building, Self-Awareness, Collaboration, Professional Development, Empathy, Adaptability, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      P

      Packt

      Agile Product Owner Level 1 – Certification & Mock Exams

      Skills you'll gain: Agile Product Development, Sprint Retrospectives, Agile Methodology, Jira (Software), Agile Project Management, Sprint Planning, Project Estimation, Backlogs, Project Management Software, Product Requirements, Product Management, User Story, Estimation, ChatGPT, Team Management, Artificial Intelligence, Prioritization, Continuous Improvement Process

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Creating Impactful Data Visualizations with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Prompt Engineering, Interactive Data Visualization, Plotly, Data Visualization Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Matplotlib, Seaborn, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Data Integrity

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Créer un profil d'entreprise sur Twitter

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Social Media Management, Social Media Strategy, Professional Networking, User Accounts, Branding

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Erstellen Sie eine Facebook Anzeige von Ihrer Seite

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Billing, Target Audience, Advertising Campaigns, Budget Management, Online Advertising, Advertising, Digital Advertising, Paid media, Social Media Campaigns, Campaign Management

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Comment naviguer dans le gestionnaire de publicités de Twitter et afficher les résultats

      Skills you'll gain: Scheduling, Social Media Management, Advertising Campaigns, Digital Advertising, Social Media, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Drive Engagement

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • P

      Packt

      Advanced Modeling Techniques and Detailed Prop Creation

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Unreal Engine, Video Game Development, Game Design, Computer Graphics, Computer Graphic Techniques

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      P

      Packt

      Advanced ML Algorithms & Unsupervised Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Dimensionality Reduction, Unsupervised Learning, Deep Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Feature Engineering, Supervised Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Exploratory Data Analysis

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • P

      Packt

      Blender to Unreal Engine 5 — 3D Props - Medieval Gallows

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Unreal Engine, Animations, Computer Graphics, Game Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Import/Export, Performance Tuning

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Cómo vincular cuentas de anuncios de Meta Business

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Online Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Digital Advertising, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Payment Processing

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • T

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      A liderança do gerente de projeto

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Emotional Intelligence, Team Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Team Building, Leadership, Communication, Project Management, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Non-Verbal Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Searches related to social work

    social work practice: advocating social justice and change
    community and social work
    visualizing women's work: using art media for social justice
    1…402403404…414

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

    • Landscapes and Open World Creation: Packt
    • Culture Matters and Teamwork: University of Colorado System
    • Agile Product Owner Level 1 – Certification & Mock Exams: Packt
    • Creating Impactful Data Visualizations with Generative AI: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Créer un profil d'entreprise sur Twitter: Coursera Project Network
    • Erstellen Sie eine Facebook Anzeige von Ihrer Seite: Coursera Project Network
    • Comment naviguer dans le gestionnaire de publicités de Twitter et afficher les résultats: Coursera Project Network
    • Advanced Modeling Techniques and Detailed Prop Creation: Packt
    • Advanced ML Algorithms & Unsupervised Learning: Packt
    • Blender to Unreal Engine 5 — 3D Props - Medieval Gallows: Packt

    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.

    Other topics to explore

    Arts and Humanities
    338 courses
    Business
    1095 courses
    Computer Science
    668 courses
    Data Science
    425 courses
    Information Technology
    145 courses
    Health
    471 courses
    Math and Logic
    70 courses
    Personal Development
    137 courses
    Physical Science and Engineering
    413 courses
    Social Sciences
    401 courses
    Language Learning
    150 courses

    Coursera Footer

    Technical Skills

    • ChatGPT
    • Coding
    • Computer Science
    • Cybersecurity
    • DevOps
    • Ethical Hacking
    • Generative AI
    • Java Programming
    • Python
    • Web Development

    Analytical Skills

    • Artificial Intelligence
    • Big Data
    • Business Analysis
    • Data Analytics
    • Data Science
    • Financial Modeling
    • Machine Learning
    • Microsoft Excel
    • Microsoft Power BI
    • SQL

    Business Skills

    • Accounting
    • Digital Marketing
    • E-commerce
    • Finance
    • Google
    • Graphic Design
    • IBM
    • Marketing
    • Project Management
    • Social Media Marketing

    Career Resources

    • Essential IT Certifications
    • High-Income Skills to Learn
    • How to Get a PMP Certification
    • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
    • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
    • Popular Data Analytics Certifications
    • What Does a Data Analyst Do?
    • Career Development Resources
    • Career Aptitude Test
    • Share your Coursera Learning Story

    Coursera

    • About
    • What We Offer
    • Leadership
    • Careers
    • Catalog
    • Coursera Plus
    • Professional Certificates
    • MasterTrack® Certificates
    • Degrees
    • For Enterprise
    • For Government
    • For Campus
    • Become a Partner
    • Social Impact
    • Free Courses
    • ECTS Credit Recommendations

    Community

    • Learners
    • Partners
    • Beta Testers
    • Blog
    • The Coursera Podcast
    • Tech Blog
    • Teaching Center

    More

    • Press
    • Investors
    • Terms
    • Privacy
    • Help
    • Accessibility
    • Contact
    • Articles
    • Directory
    • Affiliates
    • Modern Slavery Statement
    • Manage Cookie Preferences
    Learn Anywhere
    Download on the App Store
    Get it on Google Play
    Logo of Certified B Corporation
    © 2025 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
    • Coursera Facebook
    • Coursera Linkedin
    • Coursera Twitter
    • Coursera YouTube
    • Coursera Instagram
    • Coursera TikTok