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Genetics Courses

Genetics courses can help you learn DNA structure, gene expression, genetic variation, and inheritance patterns. You can build skills in data analysis, laboratory techniques, and interpreting genetic information for research or clinical applications. Many courses introduce tools like CRISPR for gene editing, bioinformatics software for analyzing genetic data, and sequencing technologies that are essential for understanding genetic sequences and their implications in health and disease.

Popular Genetics Courses and Certifications


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    Pearson

    Patterns of Inheritance

    Skills you'll gain: Family Planning, Patient Education And Counseling, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Biology, Scientific Methods

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    DNA, Genome and Genetic Disorders

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Diagnostic Tests, Pathology, Laboratory Testing, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Biotechnology, Case Studies, Clinical Research, Science and Research, Clinical Research Ethics, Clinical Social Work, Research, Clinical Research Coordination, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, A/B Testing, Healthcare 5.0, Public Health and Disease Prevention, UI/UX Research, Strong Work Ethic

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Cambridge

    Forensic Science: DNA Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Molecular Biology, Healthcare Ethics, Specimen Collection, Scientific Methods, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biostatistics, Life Sciences, Laboratory Techniques, Biotechnology, General Science and Research, Analytical Testing, Research, Biology, Emerging Technologies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Applied Bioinformatics

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Diagnostic Tests, Computational Thinking, Model Evaluation, Epidemiology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Informatics, Network Analysis, Molecular Biology, Medical Science and Research, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Data Mining, Life Sciences, Scientific Visualization, Data Synthesis, Data Literacy, Microbiology, Science and Research

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    74 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Cellular Reproduction

    Skills you'll gain: Cell Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Physiology, Biology, Control Systems

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Geneva

    Classical papers in molecular genetics

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biology, Life Sciences, Microbiology, Structural Analysis, Scientific Methods, Experimentation

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Synaptic Pharmacology

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacotherapy, Pain Management, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Pharmacy, Patient-centered Care, Medical Prescription, Mental and Behavioral Health, Life Sciences, Neurology, Molecular Biology, Substance Abuse, Human Musculoskeletal System, Sensory Systems Analysis, Physiology, Biochemistry, Research, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Science and Research

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    General Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Physiology, Biotechnology, Biology, Life Sciences, Laboratory Research, Cell Biology, Immunology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Anatomy, Molecular Biology, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Biochemistry, Respiration, Endocrinology, Oncology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Cambridge

    Introduction to Evolutionary Biology: Genes to Behaviour

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Molecular Biology, Culture, Mathematical Modeling, Infectious Diseases, Climate Change Adaptation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Lecturio

    Molecular and Cell Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Life Sciences, Pharmacology, Biology

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    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

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Biology Everywhere

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Human Development, Biology, Life Sciences, Environment, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Chemistry, Cell Biology, Environmental Issue, Child Development, Environmental Science, Environmental Resource Management, Music, Biotechnology, Environment and Resource Management, General Science and Research, Decision Making, Natural Resource Management, Liberal Arts

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Patterns of Inheritance: Pearson
  • DNA, Genome and Genetic Disorders: EDUCBA
  • Forensic Science: DNA Analysis: University of Cambridge
  • Applied Bioinformatics: University of California San Diego
  • Cellular Reproduction: Pearson
  • Classical papers in molecular genetics: University of Geneva
  • Synaptic Pharmacology: University of Minnesota
  • General Biology: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Introduction to Evolutionary Biology: Genes to Behaviour: University of Cambridge
  • Molecular and Cell Biology: Lecturio

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