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    University of Pennsylvania

    English for Career Development

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Vocabulary, Writing, Business Writing, Interviewing Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Social Skills, Professional Networking, Job Analysis, Business Communication, Communication, Recruitment

    4.8
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Social Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Entrepreneurship, Sustainable Development, Feasibility Studies, Socioeconomics, Customer Analysis, Target Audience, Stakeholder Management, Competitive Analysis, Business Planning, Business Operations, Market Opportunities, New Business Development, Ideation, Research, Financial Planning

    4.7
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Amsterdam

    Classical Sociological Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Culture, Political Sciences, Economics, Qualitative Research, Research Methodologies, Science and Research

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Social Impact Strategy: Tools for Entrepreneurs and Innovators

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Performance Measurement, Sustainable Development, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Business Modeling, Strategic Thinking, Socioeconomics, Project Design, Benchmarking, Needs Assessment, Growth Strategies, Market Opportunities, Market Analysis

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    American Psychological Association

    Psychology of Substance Use, Depressive Disorders, & Trauma

    Skills you'll gain: Substance Abuse, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Clinical Psychology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Trauma Care, Mental Health, Psychiatric Assessments, Psychology, Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavioral Health, Psychological Evaluations, Pharmacology, Diagnostic Tests, Neurology, Cultural Diversity, Patient Treatment, Epidemiology, Patient Evaluation

    4.9
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    119 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of London

    The Manager's Toolkit: A Practical Guide to Managing People at Work

    Skills you'll gain: People Management, Conflict Management, Smart Goals, Employee Performance Management, Performance Management, People Development, Performance Appraisal, Leadership, Decision Making, Team Motivation, Compensation Management, Behavioral Economics, Recruitment, Interviewing Skills

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

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    Lecturio

    Psychology and Sociology

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Stress Management, Social Determinants Of Health, Psychology, Sociology, Behavioral Health, Human Development, Cultural Diversity, Human Learning, Mental Health, Socioeconomics, Neurology, Biology, Non-Verbal Communication, Physiology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Skillshare

    Self-Care Essentials: Embrace & Nurture the Real You

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Positivity, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Resilience, Mindfulness, Empowerment, Persistence, Self-Motivation, Action Oriented, Courage, Visionary, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Digital Design, Overcoming Obstacles, Graphical Tools, Color Theory, Storytelling

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Adobe

    Social Media Content and Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Content, Social Media, Content Creation, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Content Performance Analysis, Social Media Management, Social Media Campaigns, Intellectual Property, Target Audience, Adobe Creative Cloud, Web Content, Marketing Materials, Instagram, Drive Engagement, Customer Engagement, Content Strategy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Content Management, Branding

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Work Smarter with Microsoft PowerPoint

    Skills you'll gain: Multimedia, Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Collaborative Software, Microsoft Windows, Editing, Data Visualization, File Management

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

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    Google

    Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Media Planning, Social Media Marketing, Google Ads, Email Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Order Fulfillment, Social Media Management, Search Engine Optimization, Performance Measurement, Spreadsheet Software, A/B Testing, Digital Marketing, E-Commerce, Campaign Management, Loyalty Programs, Customer Retention, Marketing, Interviewing Skills, Professional Development

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Developing Interpersonal Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Interpersonal Communications, Conflict Management, Constructive Feedback, Social Skills, Trustworthiness, Relationship Building, Business Communication, Collaboration, Communication, Professional Development, Empathy, Assertiveness, Emotional Intelligence, Influencing, People Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • English for Career Development: University of Pennsylvania
  • Social Entrepreneurship: University of Pennsylvania
  • Classical Sociological Theory : University of Amsterdam
  • Social Impact Strategy: Tools for Entrepreneurs and Innovators: University of Pennsylvania
  • Psychology of Substance Use, Depressive Disorders, & Trauma: American Psychological Association
  • The Manager's Toolkit: A Practical Guide to Managing People at Work: University of London
  • Psychology and Sociology: Lecturio
  • Self-Care Essentials: Embrace & Nurture the Real You: Skillshare
  • Social Media Content and Strategy: Adobe
  • Work Smarter with Microsoft PowerPoint: Microsoft

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