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Pharmacology Courses

Pharmacology courses can help you learn drug classifications, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and therapeutic applications. You can build skills in dosage calculations, understanding drug interactions, and evaluating clinical trial data. Many courses introduce tools such as pharmacological databases and software for drug analysis, that support conducting research and making informed decisions in clinical settings. By exploring these topics, you can gain a comprehensive understanding of how medications work and their impact on patient care.

Popular Pharmacology Courses and Certifications


  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Signaling actions of small molecules

    Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Life Sciences, Blood Pressure, Immunology, Medical Science and Research, Biology, Microbiology, Drug Development, Oncology

    4.8 stars, 11 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • T

    Taipei Medical University

    Pharmacotherapy: Understanding Biotechnology Products

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Pharmaceuticals, Drug Development, Clinical Pharmacy, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Pharmacotherapy, Biomedical Engineering, Bioinformatics, Clinical Research, Biology, Product Development, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Patient Safety, Internal Medicine, General Medicine, Vector Databases, Quality Control, Data Analysis

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Cape Town

    Introduction to Small Molecule Drug Discovery & Development

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Clinical Data Management, Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Research Ethics, Pre-Clinical Development, Infectious Diseases, Patient-centered Care, Medical Science and Research, Chemistry, Informed Consent, Microbiology

    4.8 stars, 114 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Anticoagulación

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Contraindication, Pharmacotherapy, Drug Interaction, Medication Therapy Management, Medication Administration, Perioperative Care, Oncology, Hematology, Pulmonology, Patient Evaluation, Treatment Planning, Patient Treatment, Clinical Practices, Chronic Diseases, Cardiac Dysrhythmia, Laboratory Testing, Risk Analysis

    4.9 stars, 100 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • W

    Wesleyan University

    Schizophrenia

    Skills you'll gain: Psychosocial Assessments, Psychiatry, Pharmacotherapy, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Pharmacology, Psychiatric Assessments, Psychotherapy, Psychology, Mental Status Examination, Psychological Evaluations, Mental Health Therapies, Patient Evaluation, Neurology, Scientific Methods, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Research Methodologies, Medical Imaging, Case Studies, Patient Communication

    4.8 stars, 2.5K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.5K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • R

    Rice University

    Fundamentals of Immunology: Inflammation, Tolerance, Autoimmunity

    Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Pharmacology, Infectious Diseases, Chronic Diseases, Physiology, Hematology, Preventative Care, Blood Banking, Pathology, Laboratory Testing, Molecular Biology, Diagnostic Tests, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry

    4.8 stars, 332 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (332) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • 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

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  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Actualización en el manejo del paciente con diabetes mellitus tipo 2

    Skills you'll gain: Chronic Diseases, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmacology, Nephrology, Medication Therapy Management, Hospital Medicine, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, Medical Management, Internal Medicine, Care Management, Endocrinology, Nutrition Education, Nutrition and Diet, Preventative Care

    4.9 stars, 1.5K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (1.5K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Preventative Healthcare for the Newborn Baby

    Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Postpartum Care, Infant Care, Pediatrics, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Assessment, Endocrinology, Pharmacology, Clinical Monitoring, Cardiology, Diagnostic Tests, Laboratory Testing, Hematology, Communication Disorders, Infectious Diseases

    4.8 stars, 633 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of New Mexico

    Curanderismo: Traditional Healing Using Plants

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Cultural Diversity, Neurology, Health Education, Public History, Anatomy, Nutrition and Diet, Mental Health

    4.7 stars, 234 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Genetic Underpinnings of Synaptic Disease

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Pharmacotherapy, Clinical Pharmacy, Molecular Biology, Substance Abuse, Mental and Behavioral Health, Neurology, Physiology, Psychology, Biochemistry, Biology, Developmental Disabilities, Science and Research

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • S

    Sage Publications

    Mental Health Medicines Management for Nurses

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Prescription, Medication Dispensation, Pharmacology, Medication Administration, Pharmacotherapy, Healthcare Ethics, Drug Interaction, Medication Therapy Management, Psychiatry, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Nursing Practices, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Health Care, Neurology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Nursing, Anatomy, Psychology, Mental Health

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular pharmacology courses

  • Signaling actions of small molecules: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Pharmacotherapy: Understanding Biotechnology Products: Taipei Medical University
  • Introduction to Small Molecule Drug Discovery & Development: University of Cape Town
  • Anticoagulación: Universidad de los Andes
  • Schizophrenia: Wesleyan University
  • Fundamentals of Immunology: Inflammation, Tolerance, Autoimmunity: Rice University
  • DNA Decoded: McMaster University
  • Actualización en el manejo del paciente con diabetes mellitus tipo 2: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Preventative Healthcare for the Newborn Baby: University of Colorado System
  • Curanderismo: Traditional Healing Using Plants: University of New Mexico

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