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      Council on Foreign Relations

      Climate Change and Global Affairs

      Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Policy, Energy and Utilities, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Environment, Sustainable Development, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Emerging Technologies, International Relations, Sustainable Technologies, Diplomacy, Market Dynamics, Sustainable Systems, Environmental Regulations, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Governance, Tax

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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Cape Town

      Educating Deaf Children: Becoming an Empowered Teacher

      Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Special Education, Cultural Responsiveness, Child Development, Teaching, Differentiated Instruction, Parent Communication, Advocacy, Non-Verbal Communication

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Indian Institute for Human Settlements

      Housing Justice: A View from Indian Cities

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Public Policies, Community Development, Sustainable Development, Policy Analysis, Socioeconomics, Advocacy, Economics, Case Studies, International Relations

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Cursos en línea: modelo para armar

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Organizational Skills, End User Training and Support, Interactive Design, Content Management, Quality Assurance, Digital Communications

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      243 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Goodwill Industries International

      Supporting Clients

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Coaching, Client Support, Employee Onboarding, LinkedIn, Professional Networking, Branding, Negotiation, Business Writing, Goal Setting, Financial Planning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Ongoing U.S. Settler Colonialism & Native Peoples Teach-Out

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Sociology, Social Determinants Of Health, Cultural Diversity, Environmental Issue, Cultural Sensitivity, Land Management, Culture Transformation, Public History, Relationship Building

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Leaders in Citizen Security and Justice Management

      Skills you'll gain: Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Development, Public Safety and National Security, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Governance, Public Administration, Social Justice, Program Evaluation, Continuous Monitoring, Social Work, Community Development, Conflict Management, Analysis, Investigation, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Coordination

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Cape Town

      Teaching Children with Visual Impairment: Creating Empowering Classrooms

      Skills you'll gain: Visual Impairment Education, Differentiated Instruction, Teaching, Special Education, Curriculum Development, Adaptive Equipment, Disabilities, Classroom Management, Student Support and Services, Working With Children, Diversity Awareness

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      191 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Queen Mary University of London

      Cloud Computing Law

      Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Cloud Services, Legal Risk, Cloud Computing, Tax, Tax Laws, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Intellectual Property, Cloud Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Tax Compliance, Data Security, Information Privacy, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Contract Negotiation, Vendor Contracts, Contract Review, Data Governance, Data Access, Cybersecurity

      4.9
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      166 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

      Fundamentos de Políticas Públicas

      Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Policy Development, Program Evaluation, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Sciences, Public Administration, Governance

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Geneva

      International Organizations for Interpreters

      Skills you'll gain: Multilingualism, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Language Competency, International Relations, Diplomacy, World History, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Political Sciences, Intercultural Competence, Governance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Università di Napoli Federico II

      Comparative Political Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Governance, World History, Research Methodologies, Case Studies

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Climate Change and Global Affairs: Council on Foreign Relations
    • Educating Deaf Children: Becoming an Empowered Teacher: University of Cape Town
    • Housing Justice: A View from Indian Cities: Indian Institute for Human Settlements
    • Cursos en línea: modelo para armar: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Supporting Clients: Goodwill Industries International
    • Ongoing U.S. Settler Colonialism & Native Peoples Teach-Out: Johns Hopkins University
    • Leaders in Citizen Security and Justice Management: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Teaching Children with Visual Impairment: Creating Empowering Classrooms: University of Cape Town
    • Cloud Computing Law: Queen Mary University of London
    • Fundamentos de Políticas Públicas: Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

    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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