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Nursing Courses

Nursing courses can help you learn patient care techniques, medication administration, health assessment, and ethical decision-making. You can build skills in critical thinking, effective communication with patients and families, and teamwork in clinical settings. Many courses introduce tools like electronic health records (EHR) systems, patient management software, and simulation labs that enhance hands-on learning and prepare you for real-world healthcare environments.

Popular Nursing Courses and Certifications


  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Nursing Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Leadership, Healthcare Ethics, Nursing Management, Nursing Administration, Teamwork, Leadership, Clinical Nursing, Team Collaboration, Nursing Practices, Nursing, Collaboration, Patient Safety, Initiative and Leadership, Mentorship, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Patient-centered Care, Decision Making

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The State University of New York

    Foundations for Assisting in Home Care

    Skills you'll gain: Developmental Disabilities, Home Health Care, Home Health Care and Assisted Living, Nutrition and Diet, Geriatrics, Cultural Diversity, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Nutrition Education, Patient Assistance, Caregiving, Working With Children, Meal Planning And Preparation, Cultural Sensitivity, Child Health, Disabilities, Patient Communication, Diversity Awareness, Basic Patient Care, Mental and Behavioral Health, Pediatrics

    4.8 stars, 681 reviews, Mixed, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (681) · Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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  • I

    Immersify

    The Nursing Journey: From Calling to Career

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient Advocacy, Nursing Care, Healthcare Ethics, Nursing Practices, Active Listening, Teamwork, Nursing, Patient-centered Care, Communication Strategies, Professionalism, Conflict Management, Patient Education And Counseling, Communication, Health Care, Patient Evaluation, Health Assessment, Patient Preparation, Patient Safety, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Peking University

    Health Care and Promotion for Infants and Toddlers

    Skills you'll gain: Pediatric Nursing, Infant Care, Pediatrics, Child Health, Pediatric First Aid, Nutrition and Diet, Nursing Care, Working With Children, Clinical Nutrition, Oral Health, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Toileting, Infectious Diseases, Dental Care, Respiratory Care, Airway Management, Immunology, Infection Control, Heimlich Maneuver

    4.9 stars, 21 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (21) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Florida

    Fixing Healthcare Delivery 2.0: Advanced Lean

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Methodologies, Patient-centered Care, Patient Safety, Patient Flow, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Scientific Methods, Health Systems, Process Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Accident Prevention, Process Modeling, Systems Analysis

    4.7 stars, 45 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • L

    Lecturio

    Chemistry

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Analytical Chemistry, Microbiology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Nursing Leadership: Financial Management and Budgeting

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Forecasting, Financial Reporting, Budget Management, Variance Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Data, Forecasting, Financial Statement Analysis, Nursing Management, Financial Acumen, Financial Management, Fiscal Management, Budgeting, Balance Sheet, Operating Budget, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Return On Investment, Initiative and Leadership, Nursing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Skills for Nursing Informatics Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Leadership, Nursing Administration, Nursing Management, Leadership, Nursing, Nursing Practices, Health Informatics, Informatics, Health Care, Information Management, Health Technology, General Networking, Culture

    4.8 stars, 204 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Mindfulness in Integrative Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Meditation & Breathwork, Patient Education And Counseling, Mindfulness, Contraindication, Pain Management, Patient Referral, Health Assessment, Patient Education and Support, Patient Communication, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Stress Management, Mental Health, Critical Thinking

    4.8 stars, 236 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Treatment Planning, Contraindication, Manual Therapy, Patient Safety, Health Systems, Clinical Practices, Patient Evaluation, Health Promotion, Health Policy, Patient Education And Counseling, Drug Interaction, Patient-centered Care, Regulatory Compliance, Needs Assessment

    4.7 stars, 478 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Cuidado de heridas en el ámbito hospitalario

    Skills you'll gain: Wound Care, Patient Evaluation, Medical Surgical Nursing, Clinical Assessment, Medical History Documentation, Health Assessment, Trauma Care, Cleanliness, Nursing and Patient Care, Basic Patient Care, Infection Control, Clinical Practices, Clinical Documentation, Anatomy, Cell Biology

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

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Nursing Leadership: Conflict Resolution & Problem-Solving

    Skills you'll gain: Composure, Clinical Leadership, Nursing Management, Patient-centered Care, Leadership, Nursing Administration, Trustworthiness, Teamwork, Collaboration, Emotional Intelligence, Team Collaboration, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Behavior Management, Communication Strategies, Assertiveness, Problem Solving, Active Listening, Communication, Accountability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introduction to Nursing Leadership: Coursera
  • Foundations for Assisting in Home Care: The State University of New York
  • The Nursing Journey: From Calling to Career: Immersify
  • Health Care and Promotion for Infants and Toddlers: Peking University
  • Fixing Healthcare Delivery 2.0: Advanced Lean: University of Florida
  • Chemistry: Lecturio
  • Nursing Leadership: Financial Management and Budgeting: Coursera
  • Skills for Nursing Informatics Leaders: University of Minnesota
  • Mindfulness in Integrative Healthcare: University of Minnesota
  • Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices: University of Minnesota

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