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Genetics Courses

Genetics courses can help you learn DNA structure, gene expression, genetic variation, and inheritance patterns. You can build skills in data analysis, laboratory techniques, and interpreting genetic information for research or clinical applications. Many courses introduce tools like CRISPR for gene editing, bioinformatics software for analyzing genetic data, and sequencing technologies that are essential for understanding genetic sequences and their implications in health and disease.

Popular Genetics Courses and Certifications


  • U

    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Introducción a la genética vegetal

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

    Whole genome sequencing of bacterial genomes - tools and applications

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Microbiology, Data Analysis Software, Database Development, Data Pipelines

    4.6 stars, 1.6K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (1.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Imperial College London

    What Do Viruses Do And How Do We Control Them

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Infection Control, Microbiology, Biology

    5 stars, 20 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (20) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    American Museum of Natural History

    Evolution: A Course for Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Education and Training, Instructional Strategies, Instructing, Pedagogy, Life Sciences, Culture, Biology

    4.7 stars, 331 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (331) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Genomic Data Science and Clustering (Bioinformatics V)

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Dimensionality Reduction, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning Methods, Data Science, Machine Learning, Biology

    4.1 stars, 94 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.1 (94) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Genomics for Law

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Informed Consent, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Case Law, Biotechnology

    4.8 stars, 161 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Hacking COVID-19: Metabolic Pathway Analysis Yields SARS-CoV-2 Drug Targets

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Network Analysis, Scientific Visualization

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Macmillan Learning

    Genetic Mapping and Microbial Genetic Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Infectious Diseases, Biology, Science and Research

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
  • M

    Macmillan Learning

    Genomics, Cancer, and Evolutionary Genetics

    Skills you'll gain: Biostatistics, Statistics, Oncology, Biology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
  • M

    Macmillan Learning

    Genetics Foundations and Heredity Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biology, Cell Biology, Probability & Statistics, Probability, Statistical Hypothesis Testing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Biology Everywhere

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Environmental Science, Cell Biology, Biology, Biochemistry, Clinical Research Ethics, Environmental Issue, Liberal Arts, Human Development, Food and Beverage, General Science and Research, Child Development, Chemistry, Music, Psychology, Scientific Methods

    4.5 stars, 405 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (405) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Lecturio

    RNA, DNA and the Genetic Code

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
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