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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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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Learning, Knowledge, and Human Development

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Child Development, School Psychology, Pedagogy, Human Development, Higher Education, Learning Theory, Psychology, Student Engagement, Social Sciences

      4.6
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Claves para la igualdad de género

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Culture, Socioeconomics, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Responsiveness, Cultural Sensitivity, Conflict Management, Advocacy, Family Therapy, Crisis Intervention, Public Policies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      862 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Keller Williams

      Keller Williams Real Estate Agent

      Skills you'll gain: Lead Generation, Administrative Support, Real Estate, Office Management, Real Estate Sales, Value Propositions, Property and Real Estate, Sales Process, Customer Relationship Building, Database Management, Real Estate Transactions, Customer Acquisition Management, Sales Management, Organizational Skills, Sales Prospecting, Sales Presentation, Showrooms, Contract Negotiation, Interpersonal Communications, Goal Setting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      172 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      The Finite Element Method for Problems in Physics

      Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Engineering Analysis, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, C++ (Programming Language), Open Source Technology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      557 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Columbia University

      Construction Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Construction Management, Real Estate, Cash Flows, Financial Modeling, Risk Management, Finance, Project Management, Project Risk Management, Lean Methodologies, Financial Analysis, Capital Budgeting, Commercial Real Estate, Business Mathematics, Stakeholder Management, Return On Investment

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Queering Identities: LGBTQ+ Sexuality and Gender Identity

      Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Socioeconomics, Cultural Sensitivity, Community Development, Advocacy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      720 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of London

      Refugees in the 21st Century

      Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, International Relations, World History, Social Justice, Socioeconomics, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Conflict Management, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Peer Review, Student Engagement, Interactive Learning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      564 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yale University

      Rocket Science for Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Electronic Components, Physical Science, Spatial Analysis, Mechanics, Engineering, Physics, Electric Power Systems

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      625 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Recommender Systems

      Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Machine Learning Algorithms, Taxonomy, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Performance Metric, Spreadsheet Software, Data Collection, Performance Measurement, Benchmarking, Usability Testing, Exploratory Data Analysis, A/B Testing, Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Algorithms, Technical Design, System Design and Implementation, Predictive Modeling

      4.3
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      IA generativa en el aula

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, AI Personalization, Education Software and Technology, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Creativity, Data Ethics, Computer Vision, Information Privacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Intellectual Property

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      607 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Problem Solving Using Computational Thinking

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Problem Solving, Computer Science, Disaster Recovery, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Design Thinking, Simulations

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

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      École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées

      Electric Vehicles and Mobility

      Skills you'll gain: Socioeconomics, Market Dynamics, Energy and Utilities, Social Studies, Transportation Operations, Market Analysis, Public Policies, Environmental Engineering, Electric Power Systems, Environmental Science, Economics, Automation, Cost Benefit Analysis, Innovation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Learning, Knowledge, and Human Development : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Claves para la igualdad de género: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Keller Williams Real Estate Agent: Keller Williams
    • The Finite Element Method for Problems in Physics: University of Michigan
    • Construction Finance: Columbia University
    • Queering Identities: LGBTQ+ Sexuality and Gender Identity: University of Colorado System
    • Refugees in the 21st Century: University of London
    • Rocket Science for Everyone: Yale University
    • Recommender Systems: University of Minnesota
    • IA generativa en el aula: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    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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