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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


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    University of California, Irvine

    Basics of Extracellular Vesicles

    Skills you'll gain: Blood Collection, Specimen Collection, Specimen Processing, Specimen Preparation, Urinalysis, Laboratory Testing, Cell Cultures, Cell Biology, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Research, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Technology, Laboratory Equipment, Biology

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    University of Michigan

    Translating Research to Communities

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Health Policy, Community Health, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Health Systems, Research, Health Informatics, Clinical Research, Community Outreach, Culture, Research Methodologies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    当代应用心理学

    Skills you'll gain: Human Factors, Consumer Behaviour, Organizational Leadership, Psychological Evaluations, Leadership Studies, Leadership and Management, Psychology, Marketing Psychology, Mental Health, Professional Development, Mental and Behavioral Health, Marketing, Leadership, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Workforce Development, Personal Attributes, Human Development, Social Sciences, Decision Making

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    Imperial College London

    Validity and Bias in Epidemiology

    Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Epidemiology, Data Collection, Research Methodologies, Research, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Medical Science and Research, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Strategies for Assisted Living Communities during COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Home Health Care and Assisted Living, Infection Control, Personal protective equipment, Hand Hygiene, Emergency Response, Long Term Care, Nursing Homes, Patient Communication, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Laboratory Testing, Mental Health, Community Health, Public Health, Care Coordination, Media and Communications, Patient Education and Support, Epidemiology, Diagnostic Tests, Cleanliness, Infectious Diseases

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Telehealth: Essentials, Teamwork, and HEENT Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Teamwork, Patient Communication, Patient Evaluation, Collaboration, Health Technology, Clinical Assessment, Vital Signs, Health Assessment, Patient Preparation, Health Care, Patient Positioning, Patient Coordination, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Patient Treatment, Patient Flow, End User Training and Support, Telecommunications, Communication

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    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

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pittsburgh

    Introduction to Dental Terminology

    Skills you'll gain: Dental Radiography, Dental Procedures, Dentistry, Oral and Dental Care, Radiography, Periodontology, Dental Experience, Dental Care, Oral Health, Dental Instruments, Medical Terminology, Medical Office Procedures, Surgery, Pediatrics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    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

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Researcher Management and Leadership Training

    Skills you'll gain: Cost Management, Performance Management, Team Performance Management, Mentorship, Performance Review, Budget Management, Performance Appraisal, Staff Management, Team Management, Management Training And Development, People Management, Leadership and Management, People Development, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Recruitment, Leadership, Resource Management, Clinical Research

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Glasgow

    Generative AI for Healthcare Students and Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Predictive Modeling, Healthcare Ethics, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Dental Informatics, Health Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Clinical Informatics, Artificial Neural Networks, Health Informatics, Medical Imaging, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Radiology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Geneva

    Troubles du spectre de l'autisme : interventions

    Skills you'll gain: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Student Support and Services, Family Support, Special Education, School Psychology, Parent Communication, Family Law, Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Working With Children, Speech Language Pathology, Speech Therapy, Positive Behavior Support, Communication Disorders, Child Development, Applied Behavior Analysis, Research, Group Therapy, Non-Verbal Communication, Behavior Management, Program Evaluation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Basics of Extracellular Vesicles: University of California, Irvine
  • Translating Research to Communities: University of Michigan
  • 当代应用心理学: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • Validity and Bias in Epidemiology: Imperial College London
  • Strategies for Assisted Living Communities during COVID-19: Johns Hopkins University
  • Telehealth: Essentials, Teamwork, and HEENT Exam: Duke University
  • Introduction to Small Molecule Drug Discovery & Development: University of Cape Town
  • Introduction to Dental Terminology: University of Pittsburgh
  • Quality Improvement in Healthcare Organizations: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Researcher Management and Leadership Training: University of Colorado System

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