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    Find the Best Social Work Course for Your Goals

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      University of California San Diego

      Social Computing

      Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Telecommuting, Human Computer Interaction, Remote Access Systems, Interaction Design, Social Sciences, Human Centered Design, Research and Design, Digital Communications

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      816 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yale University

      Everyday Parenting: The ABCs of Child Rearing

      Skills you'll gain: Behavior Management, Positive Behavior Support, Parent Communication, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Communication, Child Development, Stress Management, Conflict Management, Problem Solving

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      3.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Vertex AI Search for Retail

      Skills you'll gain: Dataflow, Google Cloud Platform, Data Pipelines, Serverless Computing, Real Time Data, Dashboard, Cloud Infrastructure, Identity and Access Management, Big Data, Data Visualization Software, Data Integration, Cloud Security, Performance Tuning, Applied Machine Learning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), CI/CD, Data Processing, Data Warehousing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Debugging

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      16K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Security Analyst Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Hunting, Incident Response, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Penetration Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Modeling, Threat Detection, Threat Management, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cryptography, Security Testing, Incident Management, Application Security, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Code Review, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Assessments, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4.4K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Free Trial
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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Microeconomics Principles

      Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Economics, Market Dynamics, Business Economics, Policy Analysis, Business, Behavioral Economics, Public Policies, Business Operations, Price Negotiation, Socioeconomics, Consumer Behaviour, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Business Strategy, Market Research, Competitive Analysis, Resource Allocation, Revenue Management, Decision Making, Market Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      DeepLearning.AI

      AI for Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Statistical Analysis, Clinical Trials, Feature Engineering, Risk Modeling, Treatment Planning, Data Analysis, Precision Medicine, Decision Tree Learning, Predictive Modeling, Patient Treatment, Image Analysis, Machine Learning Methods, Applied Machine Learning, AI Personalization, Machine Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Processing, Medical Imaging

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      Satisfaction Guaranteed: Develop Customer Loyalty Online

      Skills you'll gain: Loyalty Programs, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Service, E-Commerce, Customer Retention, Digital Marketing, Web Analytics, Marketing Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Performance Analysis, Presentations, Interviewing Skills

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Google Marketing Digital e E-Commerce

      Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Data Storytelling, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Budgets, Social Media, Order Fulfillment, Media Planning, Search Engine Marketing, Paid media, Google Ads, Marketing Analytics, Social Media Strategy, Customer Retention, A/B Testing, Google Analytics, Customer Relationship Management, Online Advertising, Customer experience strategy (CX), Campaign Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      4.6K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Duke University

      Dog Emotion and Cognition

      Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Learning Theory, Training Programs, Anthropology, Social Sciences, Experimentation, Research, Scientific Methods, Non-Verbal Communication, Biology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4.7K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Case Western Reserve University

      Introduction to International Criminal Law

      Skills you'll gain: Trial Preparation, Court Systems, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Legal Proceedings, Legal Hearings, Litigation and Civil Justice, International Relations, Legal Strategy, Diplomacy, Public Safety and National Security, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Case Law, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Interactive Learning, Student Engagement

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.9K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Adobe

      Adobe Graphic Designer

      Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Adobe Illustrator, Color Theory, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, Typography, Design Elements And Principles, Document Management, Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Generative AI, Graphic and Visual Design, Storytelling, Creative Design, Photography, Data Ethics, Workflow Management, Productivity Software, Adobe Creative Cloud, Graphic and Visual Design Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      967 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Indian School of Business

      Trading Strategies in Emerging Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Peer Review, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Trading, Balance Sheet, Portfolio Management, Data Collection, Market Liquidity, Market Data, Investment Management, Financial Analysis, Performance Analysis, Financial Market, Market Dynamics, Project Design, Market Analysis, Business Planning, Securities Trading, Performance Measurement, Technical Analysis

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      2.7K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Social Computing: University of California San Diego
    • Everyday Parenting: The ABCs of Child Rearing: Yale University
    • Vertex AI Search for Retail: Google Cloud
    • Security Analyst Fundamentals: IBM
    • Microeconomics Principles: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • AI for Medicine: DeepLearning.AI
    • Satisfaction Guaranteed: Develop Customer Loyalty Online: Google
    • Google Marketing Digital e E-Commerce: Google
    • Dog Emotion and Cognition: Duke University
    • Introduction to International Criminal Law: Case Western Reserve University

    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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