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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


  • T

    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Fundamental Sports related Musculoskeletal Anatomy

    Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Sports Medicine, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, Physiology

    4.4 stars, 62 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (62) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Houston

    Value-Based Care: Managing Processes to Improve Outcomes

    Skills you'll gain: Value-Based Care, Medical Management, Preventative Care, Care Management, Practice Management, Case Management, Utilization Management, Interoperability, Primary Care, Care Coordination, Patient-centered Care, Chronic Diseases, Public Health, Data Management, Health Education

    4.7 stars, 46 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Leadership in Interprofessional Informatics

    Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Clinical Leadership, Team Collaboration, Team Leadership, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Leadership, Health Informatics, Nursing Management, Initiative and Leadership, Informatics, Cultural Diversity

    4.3 stars, 26 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (26) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Quality Improvement in Healthcare Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Assurance, Healthcare Project Management, Data Quality, Spreadsheet Software, Analysis

    4.7 stars, 203 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • Y

    Yale University

    Anatomy of the Upper and Lower Extremities

    Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Orthopedics, Kinesiology, Neurology

    4.9 stars, 109 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

  • M

    Michigan State University

    Reign of Pain

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Neurology, Chronic Diseases, Compassion, Stress Management, Clinical Psychology, Psychotherapy, Patient Education and Support, Mental Health Therapies, Patient Evaluation, Psychological Evaluations, Clinical Assessment

    5 stars, 40 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (40) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • N

    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Metabolic Makeover

    Skills you'll gain: Nutritional Assessment, Exercise Science, Nutrition and Diet, Physiology, Biochemistry, Systems Of Measurement

    4.5 stars, 168 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (168) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Setting the Stage for Success: An Eye on Safety Culture and Teamwork (Patient Safety II)

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Safety Assurance, Patient-centered Care, Accident Prevention, Collaboration, Safety Standards, Teamwork, Patient Advocacy, Hospital Experience, Patient Communication, Stress First Aid, Accountability, Risk Management, Accountability Frameworks, Reliability, Behavior Management, Leadership, Communication

    4.8 stars, 455 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (455) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Cape Town

    Severe to Profound Intellectual Disability: Circles of Care and Education

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Family Support, Developmental Disabilities, Disabilities, Education and Training, Working With Children, Caregiving, Teaching, Human Learning, Special Education, Child Development, Learning Theory, Childhood Education and Development, Patient Advocacy, Advocacy, Curriculum Planning, Care Coordination, Instructional Strategies, Human Development, Care Management

    4.8 stars, 200 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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  • C

    Cinematic Health

    Exploring the Role of the Certified Nursing Assistant

    Skills you'll gain: Respiratory Care, Patient Communication, Professionalism, Respiratory Therapy, Patient Education And Counseling, Geriatrics, Trauma Care, Healthcare Ethics, Nursing and Patient Care, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Patient Safety, Infection Control, Endocrinology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Care Coordination, Caregiving, Nursing Care, Professional Development, Healthcare Industry Knowledge

    4.9 stars, 28 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.9 (28) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • M

    MedCerts

    Medical Terminology, Anatomy, and Physiology Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Pathology, Medical Records, Anatomy, Cell Biology, Physiology, Diagnostic Tests, Nutrition and Diet

    4.7 stars, 192 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Rochester

    Introduction to Translational Science

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Medical Science and Research, Pre-Clinical Development, Laboratory Research, Informed Consent, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, General Science and Research, Community Health, Data Sharing

    4.6 stars, 120 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (120) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Fundamental Sports related Musculoskeletal Anatomy: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Value-Based Care: Managing Processes to Improve Outcomes: University of Houston
  • Leadership in Interprofessional Informatics: University of Minnesota
  • Quality Improvement in Healthcare Organizations: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Anatomy of the Upper and Lower Extremities: Yale University
  • Reign of Pain: Michigan State University
  • Metabolic Makeover: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Setting the Stage for Success: An Eye on Safety Culture and Teamwork (Patient Safety II): Johns Hopkins University
  • Severe to Profound Intellectual Disability: Circles of Care and Education: University of Cape Town
  • Exploring the Role of the Certified Nursing Assistant: Cinematic Health

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