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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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      Coursera

      Facebook Analytics: Optimize Performance

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Content Performance Analysis, Social Media Content, Marketing Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Social Media, Digital Media Strategy, Social Media Management, Social Media Strategy, Trend Analysis, Performance Analysis, Performance Metric, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Bachelor of Science in Psychology

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      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      Coursera

      Facebook Insights: Crack the Algorithm

      Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Facebook, Social Media Content, Analysis, Social Media, Drive Engagement, Social Media Strategy, Content Creation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      From Concept to Critique: Prototyping with Sketch

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Design Reviews, Prototyping, Interaction Design, Mockups, UI/UX Research, Wireframing, Usability Testing, User Flows

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Google Cloud 資料分析簡介

      Skills you'll gain: Looker (Software), Dashboard, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Analytics, SQL, Google Cloud Platform, Big Data, Data Visualization Software, Applied Machine Learning, Data Warehousing, Data-Driven Decision-Making

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Knowledge Accelerators

      Microsoft Planner - Essential Training for Managing Projects

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Outlook, Project Planning, Organizational Skills, Workflow Management, Project Management, Collaborative Software, Timelines, Team Management, Scheduling, Prioritization, Data Visualization

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Amazon Web Services

      Amazon Connect: Introduction to the Administrative Interface

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Report Writing, Business Reporting, Management Reporting, Performance Reporting, Ad Hoc Reporting, Real Time Data, Call Center Experience, Administration, Workforce Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      HEC Paris

      Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship University Certificate

      Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Social Media Strategy, Product Development, Business Strategy, Supplier Relationship Management, Ideation, Entrepreneurship, Social Media Marketing, Stakeholder Engagement, Social Media, Decision Making, Content Marketing, Process Analysis, Project Controls, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Operations, Business Planning, Lean Methodologies, Strategic Thinking, Innovation

      University Certificate · 6 - 12 Months

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      Coursera

      Facebook Live: Real-Time Engagement

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Live Streaming, Drive Engagement, Scheduling, Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Content, Customer Engagement, Event Planning, Video Production, Content Strategy, Content Development and Management, Technical Support

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Georgetown University

      Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies

      Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Operations Management, Data Storytelling, Business Strategy, Design Thinking, Competitive Intelligence, Survey Creation, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Social Justice, Descriptive Statistics, Environment, Business Ethics, Capital Budgeting, Market Opportunities, Storytelling, Marketing Planning, International Relations, Artificial Intelligence, Policy Development, Political Sciences

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      HEC Paris

      Executive MSc & MSc in Innovation and Entrepreneurship

      Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Intellectual Property, Research Methodologies, Performance Measurement, Design Thinking, Value Propositions, Financial Modeling, Private Equity, Team Building, Social Media Strategy, Business Modeling, Active Listening, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Supplier Relationship Management, Ideation, Entrepreneurship, Stakeholder Engagement, Innovation, Corporate Sustainability

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      HEC Paris

      Leading Innovation With Creativity University Certificate

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Active Listening, Innovation, Creativity, Organizational Structure, Business Modeling, Talent Management, Creative Thinking, Self-Awareness, Initiative and Leadership, Consumer Behaviour, Creative Problem-Solving, User Research, Organizational Effectiveness, Intellectual Property, Entrepreneurship, Technology Strategies, Business Strategy, Leadership, Ideation

      University Certificate · 6 - 12 Months

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

    • Facebook Analytics: Optimize Performance: Coursera
    • Bachelor of Science in Psychology: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Facebook Insights: Crack the Algorithm: Coursera
    • From Concept to Critique: Prototyping with Sketch: Coursera
    • Google Cloud 資料分析簡介: Google Cloud
    • Microsoft Planner - Essential Training for Managing Projects: Knowledge Accelerators
    • Amazon Connect: Introduction to the Administrative Interface: Amazon Web Services
    • Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship University Certificate: HEC Paris
    • Facebook Live: Real-Time Engagement: Coursera
    • Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies: Georgetown 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.

    Skills you can learn in Leadership And Management

    Leadership (53)
    Project Management (30)
    Plan (25)
    Planning (24)
    Modeling (17)
    Analytics (16)
    Human Resources (16)
    Decision-making (15)
    Change Management (14)
    Innovation (14)
    Negotiation (14)
    Human Resource Management (13)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Social Work

    Popular courses include Social Work Practice: Advocating Social Justice and Change from the University of Michigan and Using Public Policy for Social Change from the University of Michigan. These courses explore topics such as counseling techniques, trauma-informed care, public policy, and advocacy.‎

    Yes. Many social work–related courses offer a free audit option, giving you access to video lectures and reading materials at no cost. To earn a certificate or complete assessments, you’ll need to pay or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn about human behavior, case management, ethics, mental health, community development, and working with diverse populations. Some courses also explore social welfare systems, cultural competency, and techniques for supporting individuals and families in crisis.‎

    Not necessarily. Many courses are beginner-friendly and introduce key social work concepts from the ground up. More advanced options may be better suited for learners with some experience in social sciences or community service.‎

    Yes. While Coursera doesn’t offer a full degree in social work, its courses can help you explore the field, build practical skills, and prepare for further education or roles in social services, counseling, nonprofit work, and community outreach.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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