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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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      Microsoft

      Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals DP-900 Exam Prep

      Skills you'll gain: Azure Synapse Analytics, Microsoft Azure, Power BI, Databricks, Data Processing, Cloud Services, Data Warehousing, Database Systems, Databases, Dashboard, Data Architecture, NoSQL, Apache Spark, Database Administration, Relational Databases, MySQL, Data Store, SQL, Cloud Storage, Database Management

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Understanding Cancer Metastasis

      Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Anatomy, Biology, Medical Terminology, Pathology, Molecular Biology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Build a Full Website using WordPress

      Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Content Management Systems, Web Content, Web Design and Development, Web Design, Web Development, Blogs, Content Development and Management, Social Media, Marketing, Design, Computer Science

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      INSEAD

      Introduction to Blockchain Technologies

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, FinTech, Emerging Technologies, Cryptography, Digital Assets, Distributed Computing, Digital Transformation, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Transaction Processing, Information Privacy, Governance, Network Security, Data Integrity, Financial Services

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yale University

      Narrative Economics

      Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Economics, Storytelling, Data Storytelling, Economics, Economic Development, Financial Forecasting, Forecasting, Socioeconomics, Social Studies, Consumer Behaviour, Analysis, Complex Problem Solving

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      776 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Columbia University

      Construction Scheduling

      Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Project Risk Management, Scheduling, Construction Management, Timelines, Lean Methodologies, Construction, Project Management Software, Work Breakdown Structure, Resource Allocation, Probability & Statistics

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IBM Mainframe Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Mainframe Computing, COBOL (Programming Language), Software Development Life Cycle, z/OS, Unit Testing, Systems Analysis, Job Control Language (JCL), IBM DB2, Systems Development, Debugging, Pseudocode, Software Development Methodologies, Virtualization, Agile Methodology, Software Development, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Test Driven Development (TDD), Programming Principles, Report Writing, Editing

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Build Your Professional ePortfolio in English

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, LinkedIn, Instagram, Writing, Concision, Social Media, Grammar, Business Writing, English Language, Branding, Vocabulary

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

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      Measure What Matters

      OKR Certification: Leadership and Goal Setting

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Organizational Effectiveness, Business Priorities, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Leadership and Management, Performance Management, Employee Performance Management, Productivity, Prioritization, Performance Measurement, Planning, Strategic Communication, Business Strategy, Communication

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      620 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Amazon

      Amazon Junior Software Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Software Development Methodologies, JUnit, Requirements Analysis, Version Control, Application Development, Software Development Life Cycle, SQL, Full-Stack Web Development, Test Driven Development (TDD), Systems Development, Software Development, Restful API, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Database Management, MySQL, Digital Transformation, Java Programming, Generative AI

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      289 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Columbia University

      Construction Cost Estimating and Cost Control

      Skills you'll gain: Construction Estimating, Cost Estimation, Punch Work, Bidding, Cost Control, Project Closure, Lean Methodologies, Project Estimation, Cash Flow Forecasting, Request For Quotation (RFQ), Earned Value Management, Procurement, Request for Proposal, Change Orders, Building Information Modeling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Copenhagen Business School

      Sustainable Fashion

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Regulations, Business Transformation, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Innovation, Business Strategies, Sustainability Reporting, Consumer Behaviour, Business Modeling, Strategic Partnership, Material Handling, Waste Minimization, Product Lifecycle Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      765 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals DP-900 Exam Prep: Microsoft
    • Understanding Cancer Metastasis: Johns Hopkins University
    • Build a Full Website using WordPress: Coursera Project Network
    • Introduction to Blockchain Technologies: INSEAD
    • Narrative Economics: Yale University
    • Construction Scheduling: Columbia University
    • IBM Mainframe Developer: IBM
    • Build Your Professional ePortfolio in English: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • OKR Certification: Leadership and Goal Setting: Measure What Matters
    • Amazon Junior Software Developer: Amazon

    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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