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      University of the Arts London

      Creative AI: Text and Transformations

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, OpenAI, Writing and Editing, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Methods, Responsible AI, Natural Language Processing, Writing, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Ethics, Deep Learning

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Creative Writing: Crafting Personal Essays with Impact

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing, Journals, Content Creation, Editing, Digital Publishing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pearson

      A+ Core 1 V15 - Pearson Cert Prep: Unit 4

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtualization, Cloud Platforms, Virtual Machines, Cloud Storage, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), VMware ESX Servers, Cloud Security, Hyper-V, Amazon Web Services, Software As A Service, Containerization, Platform As A Service (PaaS)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      FutureThink

      Modern Efficiency: Use AI to Lead Productivity

      Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Productivity, Operational Efficiency, Time Management, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Decision Making, Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development, Strategic Decision-Making, Communication Planning, Generative AI, Communication Strategies, Strategic Communication, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Communication, Business Communication, Corporate Communications

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      AI Applications in Accounting and Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Accounting and Finance Software, Unstructured Data, Financial Data, Financial Statement Analysis, Image Analysis, Finance, Financial Analysis, Accounting, Emerging Technologies, Artificial Intelligence, Text Mining, Financial Reporting, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Trend Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Natural Language Processing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Telehealth: Essentials, Teamwork, and Musculoskeletal Exam

      Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Patient Preparation, Teamwork, Patient Communication, Collaboration, Vital Signs, Clinical Assessment, Health Technology, Health Assessment, Patient Positioning, Patient Coordination, Clinical Practices, Patient Treatment, Primary Care, Health Care, Health Systems, Patient Evaluation, Telecommunications, Care Management, Communication

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      EDUCBA

      SPSS: Apply & Evaluate Cluster Analysis Techniques

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, SPSS, Statistical Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Analysis, Data Mining, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Statistical Methods

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SkillsBooster Academy

      AI Agents 101: Tools for Marketing & Business

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Marketing Strategies, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Strategic Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Agentic systems, Content Development and Management, Digital Marketing, Content Creation, Automation, Business Ethics, Customer experience improvement, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Content Management, Creativity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Interactive Data Visualization

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Leadership and Team Management

      Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Team Performance Management, Constructive Feedback, Team Building, Change Management, Organizational Change, Team Management, Coaching, Teamwork, Organizational Development, Employee Coaching, Team Motivation, Employee Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Business Transformation, Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Case Studies, Communication, Productivity

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      Advancing Women in Tech

      Cybersecurity Metrics, Vendors & Risks

      Skills you'll gain: ISO/IEC 27001, Budget Management, Cyber Governance, Vendor Management, Leadership Development, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Performance Measurement, Business Metrics, Operational Efficiency

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SkillUp

      Essentials of Remote Team Management

      Skills you'll gain: Telecommuting, Team Leadership, Peer Review, Rapport Building, Management Training And Development, Leadership and Management, Collaborative Software, Organizational Leadership, Team Motivation, Drive Engagement, Relationship Building, Initiative and Leadership, Remote Access Systems, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Communication Planning, Communication

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      Skillshare

      Mindful Digital Art: 5 Prompts for Self Development

      Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Personal Development, Digital Design, Self-Awareness, Mindfulness, Creative Thinking, Color Theory, Storytelling, Typography

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Creative AI: Text and Transformations: University of the Arts London
    • Creative Writing: Crafting Personal Essays with Impact: Skillshare
    • A+ Core 1 V15 - Pearson Cert Prep: Unit 4: Pearson
    • Modern Efficiency: Use AI to Lead Productivity: FutureThink
    • AI Applications in Accounting and Finance: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Telehealth: Essentials, Teamwork, and Musculoskeletal Exam: Duke University
    • SPSS: Apply & Evaluate Cluster Analysis Techniques: EDUCBA
    • AI Agents 101: Tools for Marketing & Business: SkillsBooster Academy
    • Leadership and Team Management: Packt
    • Cybersecurity Metrics, Vendors & Risks: Advancing Women in Tech

    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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