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      University of Alberta

      Becoming Your Best Self at Work

      Skills you'll gain: Workplace inclusivity, Stress Management, Mental Health, Diversity and Inclusion, Personal Development, Cultural Diversity, Conflict Management, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Mindfulness, Resilience

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Compassionate Leadership Through Service Learning with Jane Goodall and Roots & Shoots

      Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Compassion, Community Development, Community Outreach, Needs Assessment, Program Evaluation, Sustainable Development, Education and Training, Data Mapping, Initiative and Leadership, Empowerment, Curriculum Planning, Working With Children, Collaboration, Planning, Environmental Issue

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      152 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Peking University

      人群与网络

      Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Social Network Analysis, Market Dynamics, Network Analysis, Computational Thinking, Social Sciences, Graph Theory, Sociology, Web Analytics and SEO, Economics, Algorithms, Probability

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      114 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Psychosocial and Spiritual Aspects of Palliative Care

      Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Patient Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Care Management, Patient Advocacy, Psychosocial Assessments, Family Support, Mental Health, Stress Management, Cultural Diversity

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      91 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The State University of New York

      Health and Safety of a Home-Based Childcare Center

      Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Accident Prevention, Emotional Intelligence, Emergency Response, Nutrition and Diet, Safety Training, Personal Development, Working With Children, Child Health, Resilience, Social Skills, Environment Health And Safety, Safety Standards, Health And Safety Standards, Mental Health, Meal Planning And Preparation, First Aid, Record Keeping

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Genre : quels enjeux ? Violences, globalisation, biomédecine, sexualités.

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Sociology, Social Sciences, Diversity Awareness, World History, Anthropology, Social Determinants Of Health, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Research, Political Sciences, Biomedical Technology, Research Methodologies, Economics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      362 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas

      Voces de cambio social

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Business Modeling, Needs Assessment, Professional Networking, Human Centered Design, Entrepreneurship, Action Oriented, Sustainable Development, Planning, Community Development, Ideation, Self-Motivation, Growth Strategies

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      SEL for Students: A Path to Social Emotional Well-Being

      Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, School Psychology, Childhood Education and Development, Higher Education, Child Development, Goal Setting, Curriculum Development, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Social Skills, Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      315 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Alberta

      Creating a Workplace People Want to Be

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Stress Management, Organizational Leadership, Occupational Safety And Health, Employee Performance Management, Culture Transformation, Organizational Development, Strategic Leadership, Workplace Bullying Intervention, Leadership, Employee Engagement, Resilience, Mental Health, Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de Chile

      Docencia para la capacitación laboral y el aprendizaje a lo largo de la vida.

      Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Adult Education, Educational Materials, Professional Development, Higher Education, Communication, Learning Strategies, Instructional Design, Planning, Constructive Feedback

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Helping Families Avoid Negative Court Involvement Teach-Out

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Strategy, Legal Risk, Family Law, Proactivity, Conflict Management, Planning, Relationship Building, Communication

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Reaching Vulnerable Groups through Pandemic Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Community and Social Work, Crisis Intervention, Social and Human Services, Socioeconomics, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Policy, Public Health, Public Policies, Vulnerability, Cultural Responsiveness

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Becoming Your Best Self at Work: University of Alberta
    • Compassionate Leadership Through Service Learning with Jane Goodall and Roots & Shoots: University of Colorado Boulder
    • 人群与网络 : Peking University
    • Psychosocial and Spiritual Aspects of Palliative Care: University of Colorado System
    • Health and Safety of a Home-Based Childcare Center: The State University of New York
    • Genre : quels enjeux ? Violences, globalisation, biomédecine, sexualités.: University of Geneva
    • Voces de cambio social: Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas
    • SEL for Students: A Path to Social Emotional Well-Being: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Creating a Workplace People Want to Be: University of Alberta
    • Docencia para la capacitación laboral y el aprendizaje a lo largo de la vida.: Universidad de Chile

    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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