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    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Social Entrepreneurship

      Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Entrepreneurship, Feasibility Studies, Needs Assessment, Socioeconomics, Customer Analysis, Community Development, Target Audience, Stakeholder Management, Competitive Analysis, Business Operations, Cost Estimation, Market Opportunities, New Business Development, Ideation, Business Research, Financial Planning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      399 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of London

      The Manager's Toolkit: A Practical Guide to Managing People at Work

      Skills you'll gain: People Management, Conflict Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Employee Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Performance Management, Business Leadership, Interviewing Skills, Compensation Management, Decision Making, Recruitment

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Amsterdam

      Classical Sociological Theory

      Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Culture, Political Sciences, Economics, Qualitative Research, Research Methodologies

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Copenhagen Business School

      Social Business Model and Planning for Social Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Team Oriented, Business Planning, Organizational Structure, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategies, Fundraising, Value Propositions, Innovation, Investments, Presentations

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      121 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      Y

      Yale University

      Creating Change through Social Entrepreneurship

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Community Outreach, Organizational Structure, Stakeholder Engagement, Entrepreneurship, Research and Design, Business Modeling, Communication, Advocacy, Innovation, Business Development, Fundraising, Performance Measurement

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      144 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Use Canva to Create Social Media Visuals for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Content, Social Media, Facebook, Content Creation, Marketing Materials, Social Media Marketing, Instagram, Data Visualization, Digital Publishing, Brand Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
      S

      Stanford University

      Social and Economic Networks: Models and Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Network Model, Social Sciences, Sociology, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Game Theory, Behavioral Economics, Graph Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Markov Model, Probability & Statistics, Probability Distribution, Bayesian Statistics, Simulations

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      754 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Social Impact Strategy: Tools for Entrepreneurs and Innovators

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Performance Measurement, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Business Modeling, Project Performance, Strategic Thinking, Project Design, Organizational Structure, Needs Assessment, Growth Strategies, Market Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: AI skills
      AI skills
      I

      IBM

      IBM Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Data Wrangling, Data Visualization, SQL, Supervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Plotly, Interactive Data Visualization, Jupyter, Data Literacy, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Mining, Data Cleansing, Matplotlib, Data Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Generative AI, Pandas (Python Package), Professional Networking

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      143K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IBM AI Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Supervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Generative AI, Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Jupyter, Natural Language Processing, Reinforcement Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Generative AI Agents, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Image Analysis, Data Manipulation, Tensorflow, Python Programming, Verification And Validation, Artificial Neural Networks

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      20K reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Amsterdam

      Methods and Statistics in Social Sciences

      Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Scientific Methods, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Research, Sampling (Statistics), Probability Distribution, Correlation Analysis, Research Design, Research Reports, Science and Research, Interviewing Skills, Data Analysis, Probability, Data Collection, Statistical Inference, Social Sciences, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      7.7K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New AI skills
      New AI skills
      G

      Google

      Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce

      Skills you'll gain: Media Planning, Search Engine Marketing, Email Marketing, Data Storytelling, Social Media Strategy, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, Order Fulfillment, Google Ads, Online Advertising, A/B Testing, Social Media Campaigns, Target Audience, Digital Marketing, E-Commerce, Loyalty Programs, Customer Retention, Customer experience strategy (CX), Campaign Management

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      39K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Social Entrepreneurship: University of Pennsylvania
    • The Manager's Toolkit: A Practical Guide to Managing People at Work: University of London
    • Classical Sociological Theory : University of Amsterdam
    • Social Business Model and Planning for Social Innovation: Copenhagen Business School
    • Creating Change through Social Entrepreneurship: Yale University
    • Use Canva to Create Social Media Visuals for Business: Coursera Project Network
    • Social and Economic Networks: Models and Analysis: Stanford University
    • Social Impact Strategy: Tools for Entrepreneurs and Innovators: University of Pennsylvania
    • IBM Data Science: IBM
    • IBM AI Engineering: IBM

    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

    Social work courses cover a variety of topics essential for understanding and addressing social issues and helping individuals and communities. These include the basics of social work principles, human behavior theories, and social welfare policies. Learners will explore topics such as case management, community development, and mental health services. Advanced courses might cover areas like clinical social work, social work research methods, and advocacy and policy practice. Practical exercises and fieldwork help learners apply these concepts to real-world scenarios, enhancing their ability to support and empower individuals and communities effectively.‎

    Choosing the right social work course depends on your current skill level and career aspirations. Beginners should look for courses that cover the basics of social work principles, human behavior theories, and introductory social welfare policies. Those with some experience might benefit from intermediate courses focusing on case management, community development, and mental health services. Advanced learners or professionals seeking specialized knowledge might consider courses on clinical social work, social work research methods, or preparing for roles in advocacy and policy practice. Reviewing course content, instructor expertise, and learner feedback can help ensure the course aligns with your goals.‎

    A certificate in social work can open up various career opportunities in social services, healthcare, and community organizations. Common roles include social worker, case manager, community outreach coordinator, and mental health counselor. These positions involve assessing and supporting individuals and families, connecting them with resources, advocating for social change, and providing counseling and mental health services. With the increasing demand for social services and support, earning a certificate in social work can significantly enhance your career prospects and opportunities for advancement in fields such as healthcare, education, non-profit organizations, and government agencies.‎

    Yes, Coursera offers a variety of free courses across many topics, including social work. While you can access most course materials for free by auditing the courses, this does not include graded assignments or a completion certificate. For those looking to obtain a certificate to showcase their learning or enhance their professional profile, Coursera provides the option to purchase the course. Additionally, Coursera offers free trials or financial aid to learners who qualify, making certifications more accessible to everyone.‎

    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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