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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 Michigan

      Strategizing the Use of Generative AI in Learning Design

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Education Software and Technology, Design Strategies, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Content Creation, Professional Development, Information Privacy

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Harder Side of Science Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Theory, Human Learning, Motivational Interviewing, Education and Training, Teaching, Scientific Methods, Communication Strategies, Research, Science and Research, Research Methodologies, Instructional Design, Critical Thinking, Communication, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Psychology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Justice and Equity in Technology Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Disabilities, Innovation, Diversity Awareness, Human Centered Design, Policy Analysis, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Public Policies, Technology Solutions, Social Sciences, Technology Strategies, Policy Development, Governance

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Proyecto final: Evaluación del y para el aprendizaje

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Program Evaluation, Curriculum Planning, Qualitative Research, Survey Creation, Systems Thinking

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Cómo crear historias para Instagram y Facebook usando Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Animations, Canva (Software), Social Media, Storytelling, Content Creation, Social Media Marketing, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design, Graphic Design, Marketing

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      44 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Understanding Food Regulations & Food Labeling

      Skills you'll gain: Good Manufacturing Practices, Nutrition and Diet, Regulatory Affairs

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Introducción a Facebook Ads Manager

      Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing Budgets, Advertising, Social Media Management, Social Media, Budget Management, Social Media Marketing, Digital Advertising, Social Media Campaigns

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      35 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Social Media Campaigns with AI: From Strategy to Design

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Canva (Software), Social Media Campaigns, Instagram, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Content, Social Media Strategy, Content Creation, Branding, ChatGPT, Generative AI Agents, Design Elements And Principles, Data Import/Export

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      SAP

      Business Process Modeling and Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Business Process Modeling, Performance Measurement, Process Analysis, Process Mapping, Process Improvement, Gap Analysis, Business Process Improvement, SAP Applications, Dashboard, Data Visualization, Root Cause Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, ChatGPT

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

      Foundations and Advanced Practices in UX Design

      Skills you'll gain: User Research, UI/UX Research, User Experience, Competitive Analysis, User Experience Design, Information Architecture, Interaction Design, User Flows, Persona (User Experience), Qualitative Research, User Centered Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Wireframing, Human Computer Interaction, Usability, User Interface (UI), Usability Testing, Conceptual Design, Research Methodologies, Focus Group

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      OpenAI API for Beginners: Create AI Assistants with ChatGPT

      Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, OpenAI, Python Programming, Application Programming Interface (API), Generative AI, Application Development

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Salesforce

      Representante de desarrollo de ventas de Salesforce

      Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Sales Development, Growth Mindedness, Lead Generation, Time Management, Active Listening, Enthusiasm, Constructive Feedback, Verbal Communication Skills, Prospecting and Qualification, Phone Sales, Cold Calling, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Productivity, Technical Sales, Interviewing Skills, Salesforce, Storytelling

      3.9
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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Strategizing the Use of Generative AI in Learning Design : University of Michigan
    • The Harder Side of Science Communication : University of Colorado Boulder
    • Justice and Equity in Technology Policy: University of Michigan
    • Proyecto final: Evaluación del y para el aprendizaje: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Cómo crear historias para Instagram y Facebook usando Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Understanding Food Regulations & Food Labeling: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Introducción a Facebook Ads Manager: Coursera Project Network
    • Social Media Campaigns with AI: From Strategy to Design: Coursera Project Network
    • Business Process Modeling and Analysis: SAP
    • Foundations and Advanced Practices in UX Design: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

    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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