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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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    • U

      University of North Texas

      Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Exploratory Data Analysis, Mediation, Change Management, Business Writing, Compensation and Benefits, Apache Hadoop, Consumer Behaviour, Organizational Change, Stakeholder Management, Event Management, Grammar, Social Media Strategy, Business Ethics, Sales Process, Diversity Awareness, Conflict Management, Research, Nutrition and Diet, Data Mining

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Magíster en Business Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Database Design, Customer Analysis, Descriptive Analytics, People Analytics, FinTech, Unsupervised Learning, Biostatistics, Social Network Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Public Key Infrastructure, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Reporting, Social Determinants Of Health, Gerontology, Digital Transformation, Risk Analysis, Bayesian Statistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Peer Review

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    • P

      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Magíster en Salud Pública Global

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Diagnostic Tests, Descriptive Analytics, Business Analytics, Biostatistics, Social Determinants Of Health, Public Key Infrastructure, Health Disparities, Statistical Reporting, Gerontology, Digital Transformation, Health Policy, Healthcare Ethics, Assertiveness, Occupational Health, Telehealth, Public Health, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Program Evaluation, Health Systems

      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, Creativity, Organizational Structure, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Talent Management, Ideation, Self-Awareness, Entrepreneurship, Organizational Effectiveness, Consumer Behaviour, Systems Thinking, Leadership, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategy, Emotional Intelligence, Technology Strategies

      University Certificate · 6 - 12 Months

    • U

      University of London

      Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Game Design, Human Computer Interaction, Full-Stack Web Development, Mobile Development, Agile Software Development, Animations, Data Ethics, Event-Driven Programming, Git (Version Control System), Web Applications, Data Science, Natural Language Processing, Unsupervised Learning, Combinatorics, Computer Security, Database Design, Web Development, Generative AI, Usability Testing

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      HEC Paris

      Trust Based Leadership University Certificate

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      University Certificate · 6 - 12 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Training and Learning Programs for Volunteer Community Health Workers

      Skills you'll gain: Training Programs, Education and Training, Smart Goals, Community Health, Train The Trainer, Patient Education And Counseling, Educational Materials, Health Education, Adult Education, Needs Assessment, Planning, Supervision

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Primeros Auxilios Psicológicos (PAP)

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Intervention, Emergency Response, First Aid, Emergency Services, De-escalation Techniques, Stress Management, Disabilities, Trauma Care, Mental Health, Family Support, Psychology, Cultural Sensitivity, Working With Children, Child Development, Interpersonal Communications, Patient Communication

      4.9
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      11K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Copenhagen

      Chronically Ill in an Emergency: Why Mental Health Matters

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Healthcare Ethics, Community Mental Health Services, Mental Health, Health Care, Health Policy, Chronic Diseases, Emergency Response

      4.7
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Cinematic Health

      Job Demand, Essential Technical Skills, & Dementia Care

      Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Basic Nursing Skills, Caregiving, Chronic Diseases, Basic Patient Care, Family Support, Long Term Care, Nursing Care, Vital Signs, Direct Patient Care, Nursing Homes, Psychiatric And Mental Health Nursing, Geriatrics, Patient Education and Support, Dignity in Care, Behavior Management, Health Care, Patient-centered Care, Hand Hygiene, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidades Anáhuac

      Bienestar para el Desarrollo Personal y Profesional

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Human Development, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Stress Management, Health And Wellness Coaching, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Resilience, Substance Abuse, Mental and Behavioral Health, Emotional Intelligence, Media and Communications, Chronic Diseases

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Skillshare

      Self-Care Essentials: Embrace & Nurture the Real You

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Goal Setting, Persistence, Empowerment, Personal Development, Planning, Creativity, Positivity, Overcoming Obstacles, Self-Motivation, Action Oriented, Mindfulness, Productivity, Prioritization, Visionary, Digital Design, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Creative Thinking

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences: University of North Texas
    • Magíster en Business Analytics: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Magíster en Salud Pública Global: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Leading Innovation With Creativity University Certificate: HEC Paris
    • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science: University of London
    • Trust Based Leadership University Certificate: HEC Paris
    • Training and Learning Programs for Volunteer Community Health Workers: Johns Hopkins University
    • Primeros Auxilios Psicológicos (PAP): Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Chronically Ill in an Emergency: Why Mental Health Matters: University of Copenhagen
    • Job Demand, Essential Technical Skills, & Dementia Care: Cinematic Health

    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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