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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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      Packt

      The Complete Guide for SQL with Microsoft SQL Server

      Skills you'll gain: Database Management Systems

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Pearson

      PMP Certification: Unit 4

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Team Motivation, Risk Analysis, Project Management, Conflict Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Resource Management, Communication, Team Management, Leadership, Interpersonal Communications

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Siemens

      Expedite – Skills for Industry: Future of Industry

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Cultural Diversity, Technical Communication, Intercultural Competence, Engineering Management, Virtual Teams, Cultural Sensitivity, Data Ethics, Systems Engineering, Communication, Digital Transformation, Collaboration, Corporate Sustainability, Generative AI, Automation, Emerging Technologies, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Cross-Functional Collaboration

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Core WordPress Development Concepts

      Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Development Environment, Content Management Systems, Content Management, Data Management, PHP (Scripting Language), Database Development, Information Architecture, Javascript and jQuery, Data Security, Data Validation

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Hexavalent Chromium: Regulations, Risks, and Sustainability

      Skills you'll gain: Occupational Hygiene, Occupational Safety And Health, Hazard Analysis, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Culture, Safety Training, Compliance Management, Environment Health And Safety, Mitigation, Environmental Regulations, Pollution Prevention, Risk Management, Water Quality, Sustainability Standards, Sustainable Technologies, Quality Assessment, Leadership, Program Evaluation

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Advanced vSphere Management and Features

      Skills you'll gain: VMware ESX Servers, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Virtual Machines, Virtualization, Performance Tuning, Network Switches, Network Administration, Data Storage, Network Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Network Performance Management, Network Troubleshooting, Infrastructure Security, Data Storage Technologies, Patch Management, Capacity Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Skillshare

      Graphic Design Theory - Hierarchy

      Skills you'll gain: Graphic and Visual Design, Typography, Graphic Design, Visual Design, Design, Design Elements And Principles, User Experience Design, Design Strategies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Advanced Git and GitHub Features

      Skills you'll gain: Code Review, Software Development Tools, Software Documentation

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Skillshare

      Color Grading: An Absolute Beginner's Crash Course

      Skills you'll gain: Image Quality, Color Theory, Video Editing, Post-Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Career Readiness & Leadership Skills in the Modern Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Emotional Intelligence, Interviewing Skills, Non-Verbal Communication, Executive Presence, Leadership Development, Conflict Management, Business Ethics, Case Studies, Team Management, Team Leadership, Relationship Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Empathy, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Workforce Planning, Professional Networking, Business Communication, Communication

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      EDUCBA

      Agile Workflows with TFS: Track, Control & QA Projects

      Skills you'll gain: Azure DevOps, Test Planning, CI/CD, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Integration, Test Case, Backlogs, Microsoft Development Tools, Version Control, Microsoft Visual Studio, Agile Project Management, Agile Methodology, Application Lifecycle Management, Software Testing, Release Management, Scrum (Software Development), User Story, Sprint Planning, Issue Tracking

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Learn Non-Scary Adobe After Effects: Parenting & Tracking

      Skills you'll gain: Adobe After Effects, Motion Graphics, Animations, Video Editing, Post-Production

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • The Complete Guide for SQL with Microsoft SQL Server: Packt
    • PMP Certification: Unit 4: Pearson
    • Expedite – Skills for Industry: Future of Industry: Siemens
    • Core WordPress Development Concepts: Packt
    • Hexavalent Chromium: Regulations, Risks, and Sustainability: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Advanced vSphere Management and Features: Board Infinity
    • Graphic Design Theory - Hierarchy: Skillshare
    • Advanced Git and GitHub Features: Packt
    • Color Grading: An Absolute Beginner's Crash Course: Skillshare
    • Career Readiness & Leadership Skills in the Modern Workplace: Coursera Instructor Network

    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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