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      Skillshare

      Advanced Videography: Commercial Filmmaking Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Video Editing, Videography, Photography, Storyboarding, Storytelling

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Strategic SEO for Digital Marketing Success

      Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Content Strategy, Blogs, Copywriting, Search Engine Optimization, Web Content, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Marketing, Content Creation, Web Analytics, Content Management, Target Audience, Google Analytics, Auditing, Content Performance Analysis, Writing, Editing, Digital Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Drive Engagement

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Starweaver

      Offensive Cyber Operations

      Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cyber Operations, Threat Modeling, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Penetration Testing, Cybersecurity, Exploitation techniques, Threat Detection, Vulnerability Assessments, Human Factors (Security), Security Awareness, Security Testing, Network Security, Generative AI

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Skillshare

      Leadership: Impactful Feedback in a Hybrid World

      Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Communication, Team Performance Management, Virtual Teams, Active Listening, Time Management, Open Mindset, People Development, Leadership Development, Productivity

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Intro to NumPy

      Skills you'll gain: NumPy, Scientific Visualization, Jupyter, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Graphing, Data Visualization Software, Data Structures, Python Programming, Numerical Analysis, Data Manipulation, Mathematical Software

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Adapting Your 3D Skills: 3D Animation from Blender to Maya

      Skills you'll gain: Autodesk Maya, Animation and Game Design, 3D Modeling, Usability, User Interface (UI)

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Business Execution: Ops, Team Management & Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Purchasing, Workflow Management, Business Workflow Analysis, Supplier Relationship Management, Internal Communications, Systems Thinking, Process Mapping, Operational Efficiency, Contract Management, Proposal Writing, Procurement, Negotiation, Strategic Thinking, Team Leadership, AI Product Strategy, Leadership, Operations Management, Communication, Business, Team Management

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      SkillUp

      GenAI for Software Developers

      Skills you'll gain: API Design, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Software Architecture, Code Review, Unit Testing, LLM Application, Software Design, Database Design, Debugging, Software Development, Application Development, Application Design, Python Programming, Application Performance Management, Automation, Version Control, Java Programming

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      JavaScript Masterclass - Zero To Job Ready With 10 Projects

      Skills you'll gain: Webpack, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Full-Stack Web Development, JSON, Web Development Tools, Javascript, HTML and CSS, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Deployment, Application Development, Web Applications, Web Development, Programming Principles, GitHub, Event-Driven Programming, Browser Compatibility, Build Tools, User Interface (UI), Debugging, Data Structures

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Writing and Auditing VBA Macros in Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Financial Modeling, Prompt Engineering, Financial Forecasting, Generative AI, Automation, Process Optimization, General Finance, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Simulation and Simulation Software, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Financial Reporting, Auditing, Financial Planning, Debugging

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pearson

      SQL for Any IT Professional: Unit 1

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, SQL, Relational Databases, Databases, Database Systems, Database Management, Data Modeling, Query Languages

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Agile Practices: Apply, Evaluate & Optimize from Mindset

      Skills you'll gain: Scrum (Software Development), User Story, Backlogs, Agile Methodology, Sprint Planning, Agile Project Management, Prioritization, Estimation, Workflow Management, Risk Management, Product Management

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Advanced Videography: Commercial Filmmaking Essentials: Skillshare
    • Strategic SEO for Digital Marketing Success: Skillshare
    • Offensive Cyber Operations: Starweaver
    • Leadership: Impactful Feedback in a Hybrid World: Skillshare
    • Intro to NumPy: Packt
    • Adapting Your 3D Skills: 3D Animation from Blender to Maya: Skillshare
    • Business Execution: Ops, Team Management & Communication: Coursera Instructor Network
    • GenAI for Software Developers: SkillUp
    • JavaScript Masterclass - Zero To Job Ready With 10 Projects: Packt
    • GenAI for Writing and Auditing VBA Macros in Finance: 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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