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About the Course

In this course, you will learn how social workers in the United States engage in creating change and supporting the resilience of individuals, families and communities in this new era. Learners will have an opportunity to explore the social work profession, the different roles of social workers in a range of settings, the cross cutting themes that guide social work practice, the history of social work, and current challenges. Using a social justice lens, learners will reflect on current challenges facing the lives of individuals, families and communities and examine ways to advocate for needed changes. This course can be taken as a stand-alone learning experience or as part of the "Social Work: Practice, Policy, and Research MasterTrack Certificate Program."...

Top reviews

JG

Apr 29, 2022

Great overview on the fundamentals of Social Work. Would recommend for anyone, whether you're interested in pursuing a career in social work or trying to be more self aware as a person in society.

MW

Oct 24, 2021

I really enjoyed the writing prompts. I probably went overlong on all of them, but it was a good way for me to reflect on my new earning, my previous learning, and where I stand today.

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By Pako M

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Dec 5, 2020

Its a great course that gives insight into what is really happening in the field of social work. I like that those who are far off into the field share their experiences and how they continue to deal with issues in their work.

By Matilda J

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Sep 10, 2020

It was enlightening and educative

By Hector G

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Apr 18, 2022

My Social Work Practice Advocating Social Justice and Change course was great! I learned so much about the different Social Work framework models and focuses that this wonderful field of Social Science, has to offer. I’m presently considering taking the flex and fast track for the Masters Certification in order to become more marketable within six months period. Am very excited about the core classes and the professors as well. Excellent school of Social Work.

By Kimberly L J H

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Sep 22, 2020

Very Awesome Course, I love it! Thank You University of Michigan. :)

By Brittany L B

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Jan 3, 2021

I am so pleased with this introductory course, and the availability of the knowledge and tools given by the University of Michigan. I wanted to take this course to see if this could be a potential career change for me, and I can say this really empowered me and strengthened my drive to help others in the way I have always felt the need to, but now I have added confidence and a knowing that this is definitely where I see my future to moving towards. Thank you so much for this opportunity and offering access to this type of education for all types of people.

By Ghulam M B

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Dec 22, 2020

A great opportunity to learn and relearn from this course. Thank University o Michigan for preparing and presenting this course online to students of all disciplines world wide.

By Nawaf Y A

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Feb 7, 2021

I really enjoyed the course! I sincerely hope this course has a sequel where the instructors can give both intermediate and advanced level curriculum which involves mathematics used in social work, as well as economics, public policy, debating skills, and research methodologies. Other than that, I liked the course. Well done!

By Tatiana

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Jun 21, 2021

I thank Coursera and the University of Michigan for the great opportunity to learn from this course and for preparing and presenting this course online to students of all worldwide. A great introductory course covering a wide range of topics. The materials are very organized and informative. The videos are engaging and the modules build on each other logically and are easy to follow. I appreciated being able to reset deadlines and work at my own pace. I am really pleased with this course.

By Belgin D

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Oct 12, 2020

Thank you. These lectures are so inspiring and thought-provoking. Awareness of social justice and diversity are so important for understanding this era and of course history. Everyone must know whats going on in this earth and take responsibility for social change, that fair, equal, including diversity.

By Jasmine A G

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Apr 30, 2022

Great overview on the fundamentals of Social Work. Would recommend for anyone, whether you're interested in pursuing a career in social work or trying to be more self aware as a person in society.

By Nahla

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Oct 18, 2021

it was a great experience with all the fundamentals provided and very helpful when we fail the 1st attempt there is a 2nd attempt to learn our mistake and get an outcome.

By Ron L

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Dec 12, 2023

It is a great course for people who are considering social work practice. I hope there will be more case studies for us to get a taste of practising with social work frameworks. But I think this is a great course to understand social work (esp. in an American context) and what U-M's more than a century-old SSW has offered, which is fabulous. Eye-opening for non-American students incl me!

By shaikh p

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Aug 13, 2022

I never knew that online course can be this much helpfull. Course was designed so perfect as it started giving you knowledge from basis and the increasing you advanced knowledge. All prfessors explained thing very well. most importantly questions were so interactive that i loved solving them. Great expereince . It added more valeu to my educational study. Thank you

By Elif N A

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Feb 17, 2022

This was an excellent course that gives different perspectives on the field of social work. Awareness of social justice, privilege, diversity are important for understanding societies and our world. I'm grateful for the University of Michigan and Coursera. I highly recommend this course if you are interested in Social Work. Thank you!

By Chika A E

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Oct 5, 2022

I will say that the journey through this course has been thrilling, impactful and challenging as well. The content, style of delivery and quality of teachers really beat my original expectations. I am really impressed and motivated to take more courses from the University of Michigam school of social work (SSW).

By Yaneth A L B

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Jan 27, 2024

Estoy más que agradecida con los profesionales que dedicaron este corto tiempo para enseñar, aprendí mucho y con ésto seguiré reforzando mi labor. Dios los bendiga, Dios bendiga a América 🇱🇷 saludos cordiales desde Bogotá Colombia 🇨🇴

By Mamie W

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Jan 11, 2021

Excellent class! The content and the instructors provide informative and crucial information to the about advocating and the social changes need in today's society. I definitely would recommend for anyone to take the courses.

By Minerva B

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Feb 4, 2021

The course empowered me to go on learning-it is a life on going process.

I am grateful for University of Michigan and Coursera.

This is a positive contribution to our society, continuing education.

Thank you.

Minerva A. Banga

By Zi G

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Jan 21, 2022

I enjoy the diversity of this course a lot. Different professors, students and alumni share their variegated and insightful views, which broadens my horizons and helps me learn critical thinking.

By Dionysia B

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Dec 12, 2020

Excellent content. Great knowledge from experienced speakers about History of Social Work in the USA as long as how challenges for the proffession connect science with policies and programs.

By Morris W

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Oct 24, 2021

I really enjoyed the writing prompts. I probably went overlong on all of them, but it was a good way for me to reflect on my new earning, my previous learning, and where I stand today.

By Zudina E H

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Mar 23, 2021

This course was very good at teaching a deeper understanding of Social Work. I enjoyed the learning process and the materials were very organized and informative.

By Yi T

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Feb 3, 2021

The content was well-structured and engaging, and the message was coherent. Love that the discussions prompted a lot of self-reflection!

By Stephen A

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Sep 24, 2021

This was an excellent course! Shoutout to the University of Michigan faculty, staff, students, and alumni who helped put this together.

By MAMBI S

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Feb 21, 2022

II am honored to have obtained the certificate...beyond the certificate we must practice social justice everywhere and everywhere..