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Health Policy Courses

Health policy courses can help you learn about healthcare systems, policy analysis, health economics, and the impact of legislation on public health. You can build skills in data interpretation, stakeholder engagement, and evaluating health outcomes. Many courses introduce tools like policy simulation software, data visualization platforms, and statistical analysis programs, that support assessing the effectiveness of health interventions and making informed policy recommendations.

Popular Health Policy Courses and Certifications


  • E

    Emory University

    Childbirth: A Global Perspective

    Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Childbirth, Child Health, Midwifery, Community Health, Postpartum Care, Health Disparities, Program Evaluation, Health Policy, Prenatal Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Equity, Public Health, Community Development, Care Management, Education and Training

    4.7 stars, 91 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    The Truth About Cats and Dogs

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Sensory Systems Analysis, Positive Behavior Support, Behavior Management, Scientific Methods, Behavioral Management, Caregiving, Non-Verbal Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Science and Research, Research, Biology

    4.8 stars, 2.4K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Imperial College London

    Global Disease Masterclass: Communicable Diseases Epidemiology, Intervention and Prevention

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Infection Control, Microbiology, Community Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Preventative Care, Bloodborne Pathogens, Health Policy, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Trend Analysis, Immunology, Treatment Planning, Data Mapping

    4.7 stars, 191 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Case Studies in Personalized Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Health Informatics, Biostatistics, Electronic Medical Record, Bioinformatics, Healthcare Ethics, General Medicine, Clinical Research, Clinical Research Ethics, Pharmaceuticals, Psychiatry, Patient-centered Care, Drug Development, Diagnostic Tests, Life Sciences, Statistical Analysis, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Drug Interaction

    4.8 stars, 507 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (507) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Data Management for Clinical Research

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Data Management, Data Capture, Electronic Data Capture (EDC), Clinical Research, Data Management, Data Collection, Data Sharing, Data Strategy, Data Quality, Data Storage, Regulatory Compliance

    4.7 stars, 1.9K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    Universidad de Palermo

    Introducción a la Neurociencia

    Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Psychology, Anatomy, Human Development, Mental Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Physiology, Cell Biology, Biology, Endocrinology

    4.8 stars, 403 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • I

    Imperial College London

    Study Designs in Epidemiology

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Research Design, Epidemiology, Clinical Research, Research Methodologies, Public Health, Science and Research, Research, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis

    4.8 stars, 623 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (623) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • I

    Imperial College London

    Introduction to Quality Improvement in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Healthcare Project Management, Patient Safety, Health Systems, Clinical Leadership, Patient-centered Care, Community Health, Health Policy, Leadership, Risk Analysis, Driving engagement, Overcoming Obstacles

    4.9 stars, 96 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (96) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Musculoskeletal Anatomy

    Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Biology

    4.8 stars, 2.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (2.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • A

    AAPC

    Introduction to Certified Professional Biller

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Billing, Patient Registration, Revenue Cycle Management, Billing, Health Systems, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care, Insurance, Administration

    4.6 stars, 179 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (179) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Patient Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Design Thinking, Change Management, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Conflict Management, Data Literacy, Performance Measurement, Systems Thinking, Healthcare Project Management, Data Visualization, Change Control, Solution Design, Health Systems, Data Analysis, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Risk Analysis, Data Presentation, Maintainability, Safety Assurance, Quality Improvement

    4.8 stars, 1.9K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.9K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • T

    The Pennsylvania State University

    Dairy Production and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Nutrition and Diet, Sustainable Development, Manufacturing and Production, Market Dynamics, Business Economics, Biotechnology, Production Management, Land Management, Environmental Management Systems, Preventative Care, Climate Change Mitigation, Infection Control, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology

    4.8 stars, 1.5K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.5K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular health policy courses

  • Childbirth: A Global Perspective: Emory University
  • The Truth About Cats and Dogs: The University of Edinburgh
  • Global Disease Masterclass: Communicable Diseases Epidemiology, Intervention and Prevention: Imperial College London
  • Case Studies in Personalized Medicine: Vanderbilt University
  • Data Management for Clinical Research: Vanderbilt University
  • Introducción a la Neurociencia: Universidad de Palermo
  • Study Designs in Epidemiology: Imperial College London
  • Introduction to Quality Improvement in Healthcare: Imperial College London
  • Musculoskeletal Anatomy: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Certified Professional Biller: AAPC

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