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      University of Michigan

      User Experience Research and Design

      Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Usability Testing, User Experience Design, User Research, User Experience, User Story, Prototyping, Wireframing, User Centered Design, Survey Creation, Sampling (Statistics), Design Research, Interaction Design, Ideation, A/B Testing, Conceptual Design, Web Analytics, User Interface (UI)

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      University of California, Irvine

      Conflict Management

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Active Listening, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Social Skills, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, De-escalation Techniques, Verbal Communication Skills, Cultural Sensitivity, Mediation, Case Studies, Stakeholder Management, Teamwork, Cooperation, Collaboration, Communication, Portfolio Management, Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Skillshare

      Social Media Storytelling: Videos for Instagram & YouTube

      Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Storyboarding, Storytelling, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Video Production, Instagram, Content Creation, Media Production, TikTok, Driving engagement, Writing, Planning, Creativity, Adaptability

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Leading the Way: Becoming a Sustainability Change Agent

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Systems Thinking, Professional Development, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Change Management, Professional Networking, Self-Awareness

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Compassionate Leadership Through Service Learning with Jane Goodall and Roots & Shoots

      Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Compassion, Community Development, Community Outreach, Needs Assessment, Program Evaluation, Sustainable Development, Education and Training, Data Mapping, Initiative and Leadership, Empowerment, Curriculum Planning, Working With Children, Collaboration, Planning, Environmental Issue

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      Get Started with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Python Programming, NumPy, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Scripting, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Algorithms, Debugging

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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Neurodiversity in Workplaces: Inclusive Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Workplace inclusivity, Diversity and Inclusion, Culture Transformation, Safety Culture, Leadership, Team Management, Empathy, Cultural Diversity, Collaboration, Diversity Awareness, Innovation, Employee Engagement, Adaptability, Communication

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Stanford University

      International Women's Health and Human Rights

      Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Maternal Health, Community Health, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Gerontology, Child Health, Health Disparities, Gynecology, Health Equity, Social Justice, Family Planning, Social Determinants Of Health, Socioeconomics, Health Education, Human Services, Advocacy, Education and Training, Immigration Law, International Relations, Cultural Diversity

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      Skillshare

      7-Day Personal Branding Challenge: Get Paid to Be You

      Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Content Creation, Storytelling, Branding, Brand Strategy, Brand Awareness, Social Media, Instagram, Content Marketing, Market Opportunities, Value Propositions, Self-Awareness

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pearson

      Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® Exam

      Skills you'll gain: Requirements Elicitation, Cost Estimation, Agile Project Management, Business Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Project Risk Management, Project Scoping, Quality Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Management Life Cycle, Cost Management, Project Planning, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Risk Management, Project Schedules, Agile Methodology, Technical Management, Personalized Service, Learning Styles

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Introduction to Operations Management

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Operational Efficiency, Process Analysis, Process Management, Process Improvement, Lean Methodologies, Workflow Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Capacity Planning, Quality Management, Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management System, Statistical Process Controls, Process Flow Diagrams, Root Cause Analysis

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Master Digital Marketing Strategy with Case Studies

      Skills you'll gain: Campaign Management, Social Media, Content Performance Analysis, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Digital Media Strategy, Case Studies, Marketing Strategies, Strategic Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Marketing, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Competitive Analysis, Global Marketing, Facebook, LinkedIn, Business Strategy

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • User Experience Research and Design: University of Michigan
    • Conflict Management: University of California, Irvine
    • Social Media Storytelling: Videos for Instagram & YouTube: Skillshare
    • Leading the Way: Becoming a Sustainability Change Agent: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Compassionate Leadership Through Service Learning with Jane Goodall and Roots & Shoots: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Get Started with Python: Google
    • Neurodiversity in Workplaces: Inclusive Leadership: Coursera Instructor Network
    • International Women's Health and Human Rights: Stanford University
    • 7-Day Personal Branding Challenge: Get Paid to Be You: Skillshare
    • Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® Exam: Pearson

    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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