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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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      Packt

      Java Control Flow, IDE, and Object-Oriented Programming

      Skills you'll gain: IntelliJ IDEA, Integrated Development Environments, Java Programming, Java, Development Environment, Debugging, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Shiny for Python Ultimate - Web Development with Python

      Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI), Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, UI/UX Strategy, Application Deployment, Web Applications, Data Analysis, Front-End Web Development, Back-End Web Development, Dashboard, Spatial Data Analysis, Web Development, Full-Stack Web Development, Application Development, Development Environment

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Registro civil y estadísticas para la salud de la población

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Equity, Health Policy, Medical Records, Demography, Maternal Health, Data Collection, Record Keeping, Health Information Management, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Data Quality

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Google Chat - 日本語版

      Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, Collaborative Software, Intranet, Productivity Software, Discussion Facilitation, Communication, File Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Entity Framework Core - A Full Tour

      Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, Object-Relational Mapping, Microsoft SQL Servers, SQL, Database Management, Database Design, Performance Tuning, Relational Databases, Data Modeling, Query Languages, .NET Framework, ASP.NET, Development Environment, Data Access, C# (Programming Language), Data Migration, Microsoft Visual Studio

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Event-Driven Systems, Security, and Microservices

      Skills you'll gain: Containerization, Microservices, Authentications, OAuth, Software Design Patterns, Event-Driven Programming, Data Migration, Systems Architecture, Object Oriented Design, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Architecture, Integration Testing

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Advanced JavaScript & Object-Oriented Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Application Development, Javascript, Web Applications, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), JSON, Application Programming Interface (API), Event-Driven Programming, Prototyping, Data Storage, Debugging

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Salesforce Omnistudio

      Skills you'll gain: Spring Framework, Scalability, Software Architecture, Maintainability, Java, Dependency Analysis, Software Design Patterns, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Testability, Transaction Processing

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Beginning Security

      Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Secure Coding, Application Security, Data Security, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Computer Security Awareness Training, Security Engineering, Web Applications, Threat Modeling, Risk Management Framework, Cryptography, Vulnerability Management, Encryption, Threat Detection, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), PHP (Scripting Language)

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Generative AI for Advanced Collaboration in Teams and Outlook

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft 365, Collaborative Software, Productivity Software, Calendar Management, Meeting Facilitation, Taking Meeting Minutes, Generative AI, Business Correspondence, Scheduling

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Work with Gemini Models in BigQuery - Français

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Generative AI, Applied Machine Learning, Google Cloud Platform, Big Data, Customer Relationship Management, Jupyter, Workflow Management, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Python Programming

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Certificado en Bases de la Salud Pública

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Disparities, Biostatistics, Health Policy, Health Systems, Healthcare Ethics, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Health Technology, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Health Care, Scientific Methods, Health Equity, Community Health, Preventative Care, Statistics, Research Design, Research Methodologies

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      Mastertrack · 6 - 12 Months

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

    • Java Control Flow, IDE, and Object-Oriented Programming: Packt
    • Shiny for Python Ultimate - Web Development with Python: Packt
    • Registro civil y estadísticas para la salud de la población: Johns Hopkins University
    • Google Chat - 日本語版: Google Cloud
    • Entity Framework Core - A Full Tour: Packt
    • Event-Driven Systems, Security, and Microservices: Packt
    • Advanced JavaScript & Object-Oriented Programming: Packt
    • Salesforce Omnistudio: Board Infinity
    • Beginning Security: Packt
    • Generative AI for Advanced Collaboration in Teams and Outlook: Microsoft

    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)
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    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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