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Infectious Disease Courses

Infectious disease courses can help you learn epidemiology, infection control methods, and the biology of pathogens. You can build skills in outbreak investigation, data analysis, and public health communication. Many courses introduce tools like statistical software for analyzing disease trends and modeling software for predicting outbreaks, that support applying your knowledge in real-world health scenarios.

Popular Infectious Disease Courses and Certifications


  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Responsible Reporting on Suicide for Journalists

    Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Injury Prevention, Health Education, Epidemiology, Preventative Care, Public Health, Media and Communications, Interviewing Skills, Advocacy, Mental Health, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8 stars, 16 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (16) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • T

    The George Washington University

    Vaccine Law and Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Development, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Health Equity, Informed Consent, Pharmaceuticals, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Healthcare Ethics, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Disparities, Regulatory Compliance, Public Health, Health Policy, Personal Injury Law, Advocacy, Policy Analysis, Intellectual Property, Infectious Diseases, Patient Education And Counseling, Public Affairs, Emergency Response

    4.3 stars, 8 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (8) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    Jordan University of Science and Technology

    General Histology

    Skills you'll gain: Cardiology, Anatomy, Hemodynamics, Pathology, Physiology, Neurology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Capillary, Cell Biology, Endocrinology, Biology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    SkillUp

    Foundations of Medical Coding and ICD-10-CM

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Coding, Revenue Cycle Management, Medical Terminology, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Medical Billing and Coding, CPT Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Records, Pathology, Clinical Documentation, Health Informatics, Anatomy, Medical Support, Health Care, Health Care Administration, Health Technology, Health Assessment, Health Education

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Synaptic Pharmacology

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacotherapy, Pain Management, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Pharmacy, Patient-centered Care, Medical Prescription, Mental and Behavioral Health, Life Sciences, Neurology, Molecular Biology, Substance Abuse, Human Musculoskeletal System, Sensory Systems Analysis, Physiology, Biochemistry, Research, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Science and Research

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Michigan State University

    The Emergence of Oncofertility (Past, Present & Future)

    Skills you'll gain: Family Planning, Oncology, Radiation Therapy, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Gynecology, Patient Education and Support, Treatment Planning, Urology, Pharmacology, Epidemiology, Patient Education And Counseling

    4.7 stars, 43 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (43) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    The University of Melbourne

    Global Adolescent Health

    Skills you'll gain: Social Determinants Of Health, Health Disparities, Health Policy, Health Education, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Promotion, Public Health, Socioeconomics, Human Development, Community Health, Mental Health, Child Development, Child Health, Health Care, Maternal Health, Family Support, Chronic Diseases, Nutrition and Diet

    4.8 stars, 129 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (129) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Digital Healthcare Informatics and AI

    Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Epidemiology, Clinical Informatics, Patient Flow, Public Health, Health Systems, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Innovation, Health Care, Healthcare Project Management, Data Analysis, Health Policy, AI Integrations, Medical Terminology, Data Management, Data Governance, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Regulatory Compliance, Natural Language Processing

    4.4 stars, 7 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (7) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The State University of New York

    Health and Safety of a Home-Based Childcare Center

    Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Accident Prevention, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Emergency Response, Nutrition and Diet, Safety Training, Working With Children, Family Support, Child Health, Resilience, Social Skills, Safety Assurance, Environment Health And Safety, Safety Standards, Nutrition Education, Health And Safety Standards, Mental Health, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention

    4.7 stars, 33 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (33) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Indian Institute of Science

    Sensors and Systems for Biomedical Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Biomedical Engineering, Medical Devices, Medical Equipment and Technology, Vital Signs, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Materials science, Health Technology, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Testing, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Diagnostic Tests, Molecular Biology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Electrophysiology, AI Personalization, Electocardiography, Neurology, Electronics, Oncology

    4.7 stars, 12 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (12) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SkillUp

    Foundations of AI in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Model Training, Health Disparities, Clinical Informatics, Artificial Intelligence, Health Informatics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Security, Model Evaluation, Health Technology, Health Policy, Decision Intelligence, AI Integrations, Data Analysis

    4.4 stars, 9 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Council on Foreign Relations

    Global Affairs Explained: Twenty-First Century Challenges

    Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Climate Change Programs, International Relations, Policy Analysis, Public Health, Economic Development, Environmental Issue, Infectious Diseases, Sustainable Development, Socioeconomics, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Policy, Health Disparities, Information Technology, Social Sciences, Demography, Climate Change Mitigation, Emerging Technologies, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular infectious disease courses

  • Responsible Reporting on Suicide for Journalists: Johns Hopkins University
  • Vaccine Law and Policy: The George Washington University
  • General Histology: Jordan University of Science and Technology
  • Foundations of Medical Coding and ICD-10-CM: SkillUp
  • Synaptic Pharmacology: University of Minnesota
  • The Emergence of Oncofertility (Past, Present & Future): Michigan State University
  • Global Adolescent Health: The University of Melbourne
  • Digital Healthcare Informatics and AI: Illinois Tech
  • Health and Safety of a Home-Based Childcare Center: The State University of New York
  • Sensors and Systems for Biomedical Applications: Indian Institute of Science

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