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.

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Midwifery, Child Health, Childbirth, Postpartum Care, Prenatal Care, Health Disparities, Care Management, Health Equity, Dignity in Care, Infant Care, Patient-centered Care, Health Policy, Cultural Responsiveness, Advocacy
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Pathology, Healthcare Ethics, Microbiology, Infection Control, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Diagnostic Tests, Neurology, Public Health, Biology, Case Studies, Patient Treatment, Preventative Care, Clinical Assessment, Pharmacotherapy
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient-centered Care, Caregiving, Active Listening, Pain Management, Basic Patient Care, Communication, Communication Strategies, Empathy, Psychosocial Assessments, Self-Awareness, Health Assessment, Treatment Planning, Family Support, Planning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Cardiology, Anatomy, Gynecology, Urology, Respiration, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Surgery, Medical Terminology, Surgery
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Postpartum Care, Respiratory Care, Infant Care, Maternal Health, Respiration, Preventative Care, Pediatric Nursing, Nursing Care, Vital Signs, Patient Evaluation, Pediatrics, Health Assessment, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Cardiology, Nutritional Assessment, Clinical Assessment, Diagnostic Tests, Safety Standards
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Compassion, Patient-centered Care, Patient Advocacy, Empathy, Dignity in Care, Interpersonal Communications, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Nursing Management, Clinical Leadership, Intercultural Competence, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Awareness, Nursing Practices, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Responsiveness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Leadership, Nursing, Recognizing Others, Culture, Cultural Sensitivity, Patient Communication, Program Standards, Communication Strategies, Policy Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Contraindication, Pain Management, Nursing Practices, Nurse Education, Clinical Practices, Safety Standards, Patient Safety, Pharmacology, Personal Care, Program Standards, Stress Management, Regulatory Compliance, Science and Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: Trustworthiness, Healthcare Ethics, Patient Evaluation, Simulations, Virtual Environment, Constructive Feedback, Communication Strategies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Patient Communication, Hospice, Patient-centered Care, Caregiving, Patient Evaluation, Active Listening, Basic Patient Care, Psychosocial Assessments, Treatment Planning, Healthcare Ethics, Respiratory Care, Communication Strategies, Respiratory Therapy, Compassion, Empathy, Patient Education and Support, Self-Awareness, Care Management, Communication
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Peking University
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
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months