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      Johns Hopkins University

      Introduction to Social Computing

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Social Network Analysis, Data Ethics, Behavioral Economics, Analytics, Game Design, Social Sciences, Sociology, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Thinking, Research, Human Computer Interaction, Psychology

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Online Advertising & Social Media

      Skills you'll gain: Online Advertising, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Digital Advertising, Advertising, Analytics, Big Data, Social Media Strategy, Social Media, Data Ethics, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Analytics, Advertising Campaigns, Return On Investment, Descriptive Analytics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Trend Analysis, Customer Engagement

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Social Media Landscape

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Target Audience, Media Strategy, Brand Strategy, Brand Management, Shared Media, Persuasive Communication, Integrated Marketing Communications, Stakeholder Engagement, Earned Media, Owned Media, Paid media, Content Creation, Consumer Behaviour, Digital Marketing, Content Performance Analysis, Customer Engagement

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas

      Vozes da Mudança Social

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Business Modeling, Needs Assessment, Innovation, Professional Networking, Growth Mindedness, Entrepreneurship, Self-Motivation, Action Oriented, Community Development, Sustainable Development, Social Justice

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Voxy

      Intermediate English: Social Interactions

      Skills you'll gain: Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Relationship Building, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Professional Development, Communication, Active Listening, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Grammar

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Glasgow

      Knowledge-First Social Epistemology

      Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, Peer Review, Research, Cultural Responsiveness, Social Sciences, Investigation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Probability & Statistics

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      ESSEC Business School

      L'entrepreneuriat social : changer d'échelle

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Growth Strategies, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Program Implementation, Business Development, Strategic Partnership, Organizational Change, Sustainable Business, Innovation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Meta

      Fundamentals of Social Media Advertising

      Skills you'll gain: Paid media, Instagram, Social Media, Social Media Campaigns, Advertising, Digital Advertising, Marketing Materials, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Copywriting, Content Creation, Marketing, Information Privacy, Campaign Management, Target Audience, Brand Management

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Adobe

      Social and Multimedia Content Creation

      Skills you'll gain: Content Creation, Social Media Content, Cross-Channel Marketing, Content Marketing, Web Content, Multimedia, Social Media, Marketing Analytics, Data Ethics, Marketing Effectiveness, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Marketing Strategies, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Design, Digital Media Strategy, Storytelling, Infographics, Graphic and Visual Design, Video Production, Design Elements And Principles

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Genentech

      Making Data Science Work for Clinical Reporting

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Data Management, Clinical Research, Statistical Reporting, Data Sharing, Version Control, Clinical Trials, GitHub, Data Quality, Quality Assurance, Risk Management, Maintainability, DevOps, R Programming, Package and Software Management, Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Meta

      Meta Social Media Marketing Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Presentations, Social Media Campaigns, Campaign Management, Digital Marketing, Program Evaluation, Project Closure, Analysis, Communication, Registration

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Teacher's Social and Emotional Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Teaching, Empathy, Growth Mindedness, Resilience, Persistence, Relationship Building

      4.7
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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Introduction to Social Computing: Johns Hopkins University
    • Online Advertising & Social Media: University of Maryland, College Park
    • The Social Media Landscape: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Vozes da Mudança Social: Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas
    • Intermediate English: Social Interactions: Voxy
    • Knowledge-First Social Epistemology: University of Glasgow
    • L'entrepreneuriat social : changer d'échelle : ESSEC Business School
    • Fundamentals of Social Media Advertising: Meta
    • Social and Multimedia Content Creation: Adobe
    • Making Data Science Work for Clinical Reporting: Genentech

    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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