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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


  • L

    Lecturio

    Anatomy & Physiology: Endocrine System

    Skills you'll gain: Endocrinology, Physiology, Anatomy, Cell Biology, Neurology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Biology, Medical Terminology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Imperial College London

    Immunology: The Immune System and its Failures

    Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Hematology, Physiology, Oncology, Microbiology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Pathology, Epidemiology, Chronic Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Respiration, Geriatrics, Pulmonology, Environment, Pharmacotherapy, General Medicine, Biology, Pharmacology, Public Health

    4.8 stars, 414 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (414) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Fundamental Neuroscience for Neuroimaging

    Skills you'll gain: Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Neurology, Medical Imaging, Anatomy, Radiology, Experimentation, Research Design, Psychology, Image Analysis, Hemodynamics, Medical Terminology, Biochemistry

    4.7 stars, 2.3K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (2.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Houston

    The Bilingual Brain

    Skills you'll gain: Multilingualism, Language Competency, Language Learning, Non-Verbal Communication, Neurology, Human Development, Psychology, Science and Research, Experimentation

    4.6 stars, 721 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (721) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Positive Psychology: Applications and Interventions

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Positivity, Emotional Intelligence, Smart Goals, Personal Development, Psychological Evaluations, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Psychology

    4.8 stars, 2.3K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (2.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    The Newborn Assessment

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Postpartum Care, Pulmonology, Health Assessment, Infant Care, Vital Signs, Cardiology, Respiratory Care, Clinical Assessment, Patient Observation, Child Health, Diagnostic Tests, Medical Equipment and Technology, Pediatrics, Respiration, Anatomy

    4.9 stars, 300 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (300) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Lifespan Development Introduction and Theories

    Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Child Development, Human Learning, Psychology, Gerontology, Learning Theory, Research, Research Methodologies, Psychosocial Assessments

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    University of Colorado System

    Medical Emergencies: Airway, Breathing, and Circulation

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Pharmacology, Airway Management, Cardiology, Medication Administration, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Emergency, Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Medicine, Respiratory Care, Neurology, Clinical Assessment, Respiratory Therapy, Health Assessment, Mental Status Examination, Respiration, Patient Treatment, Oxygen Therapy, Endocrinology, Anatomy

    4.8 stars, 819 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    McMaster University

    DNA Decoded

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Life Sciences, Pharmacology, Medical Science and Research, Biotechnology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biochemistry, Laboratory Techniques, Healthcare Ethics, Analysis

    4.8 stars, 1.3K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (1.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • R

    Rice University

    Spanish for Successful Communication in Healthcare Settings

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Bilingual (Spanish/English), Patient Education and Support, Spanish Language, Patient-centered Care, Medical Terminology, Language Competency, Dignity in Care, Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Diagnostic Tests, Grammar, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Language Learning

    4.7 stars, 339 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    EMT Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Blood Pressure, Medical Emergency, Patient Transport, Respiration

    4.8 stars, 1.2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    Chicken Behaviour and Welfare

    Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Environmental Regulations, Sensory Systems Analysis, Biology, Mitigation

    4.8 stars, 1.2K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Anatomy & Physiology: Endocrine System: Lecturio
  • Immunology: The Immune System and its Failures: Imperial College London
  • Fundamental Neuroscience for Neuroimaging: Johns Hopkins University
  • The Bilingual Brain: University of Houston
  • Positive Psychology: Applications and Interventions: University of Pennsylvania
  • The Newborn Assessment: University of Colorado System
  • Lifespan Development Introduction and Theories: Pearson
  • Medical Emergencies: Airway, Breathing, and Circulation: University of Colorado System
  • DNA Decoded: McMaster University
  • Spanish for Successful Communication in Healthcare Settings: Rice University

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