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      DeepLearning.AI

      Preprocessing Unstructured Data for LLM Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Unstructured Data, Large Language Modeling, Metadata Management, Data Processing, JSON, Image Analysis, Data Transformation, Data Import/Export, Document Management, Text Mining, Computer Vision

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      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Emory University

      Mastering Business Essentials: Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing, Marketing Communications, Target Market

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      Building Confidence in the Future

      Skills you'll gain: Visionary, Employee Engagement, Value Propositions, Team Leadership, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Team Building, Storytelling, Strategic Leadership, Team Management, Communication Planning, Leadership, Open Mindset, Professional Development, Creativity, Mindfulness

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Taiwan University

      大學之理念 (The Idea of a University)

      Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Political Sciences, Education and Training, International Relations, Economics, Social Sciences, World History, Personal Development, Research, Policy Analysis, Governance, Cultural Diversity

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Crea Presentaciones Informativas con Powerpoint

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Multimedia, Verbal Communication Skills, Photo Editing, Productivity Software, Technical Communication, Editing, Social Media, Marketing, Digital Marketing

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Geneva

      Migration, Health and Equity in Europe

      Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Healthcare Ethics, Public Health, Health Care, Research, Health Systems, Research Methodologies, Community Health, Epidemiology, Immigration Law, Cultural Responsiveness

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Use Basecamp for Project Management

      Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Document Management, Project Management Software, Telecommuting, Project Management, Productivity Software, Internal Communications, Data Security, User Accounts, Information Privacy, Account Management, Automation

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Northeastern University

      Mastering Negotiation Skills & Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Relationship Building, Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Administration, Active Listening

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

      Writing Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Writing, Grammar, Editing, Proofreading, English Language, Vocabulary

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      How to integrate apps into Hootsuite dashboard

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Cloud Applications, Social Media Management, Social Media Content, Social Media, Web Applications, User Accounts, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Simplilearn

      Python Programming Essentials Training

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Application Development, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Software Design, Data Structures, Software Installation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Alberta

      Cognitive Vitality in a Dynamic Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Crisis Management, Occupational Safety And Health, Human Resource Policies, Safety Culture, Employee Engagement, Stress Management, Active Listening, Communication, Resilience, Empathy, Compassion, Diversity and Inclusion, Self-Awareness, Mindfulness

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Preprocessing Unstructured Data for LLM Applications: DeepLearning.AI
    • Mastering Business Essentials: Marketing: Emory University
    • Building Confidence in the Future: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
    • 大學之理念 (The Idea of a University): National Taiwan University
    • Crea Presentaciones Informativas con Powerpoint: Coursera Project Network
    • Migration, Health and Equity in Europe: University of Geneva
    • Use Basecamp for Project Management: Coursera Project Network
    • Mastering Negotiation Skills & Strategies: Northeastern University
    • Writing Practice: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
    • How to integrate apps into Hootsuite dashboard: Coursera Project 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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