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Nursing Courses

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.

Popular Nursing Courses and Certifications


  • T

    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Infection Prevention in Nursing Homes

    Skills you'll gain: Infection Control, Bloodborne Pathogens, Nursing Homes, Equipment decontamination, Sanitation, Hand Hygiene, Infectious Diseases, Personal protective equipment, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Preventative Care

    ★ 4.8 (1.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    Lecturio

    Molecular and Cell Biology

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

    ★ 4.4 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Toronto

    Mental Health and Resilience for Healthcare Workers

    Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Mental Health, Positivity, Personal Development, Stress Management, Psychosocial Assessments, Optimism, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Behavioral Health, Mental Health Therapies

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

  • C

    Cinematic Health

    Introduction to Becoming a CNA

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Transfer Equipment, Vital Signs, Rehabilitation, Basic Nursing Skills, Patient Safety, Basic Patient Care, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Care Coordination, Patient Observation, Caregiving, Direct Patient Care, Treatment Planning, Toileting, Nursing Basics, Personal Care, Nursing Care, Nurse Education, Infection Control

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

  • T

    The State University of New York

    Foundations for Assisting in Home Care

    Skills you'll gain: Developmental Disabilities, Home Health Care, Home Health Care and Assisted Living, Nutrition and Diet, Geriatrics, Cultural Diversity, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Caregiving, Working With Children, Meal Planning And Preparation, Cultural Sensitivity, Disabilities, Patient Communication, Gerontology, Diversity Awareness, Basic Patient Care, Mental and Behavioral Health, Pediatrics, Long Term Care, Family Support

    ★ 4.8 (676) · Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • S

    Stanford University

    Introduction to Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Pharmaceuticals, Health Systems, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Managed Care, Health Care, Drug Development, Medical Billing, Medical Management, Health Care Administration, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Medicaid, Medicare, Health Policy, Care Management, Value-Based Care, Hospital Admissions, Hospital Medicine, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    ★ 4.7 (1.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Nursing Leadership Essentials: Quality Improvement & Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Nursing Management, Patient Safety, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Clinical Leadership, Nursing Practices, Health Care Administration, Nursing, Nursing Care, Leadership, Collaboration, Accountability, Safety Standards

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Peking University

    Nursing Informatics(护理信息学)

    Skills you'll gain: Nursing, Nursing Process, Nurse Education, Nursing and Patient Care, Clinical Informatics, Health Informatics, Nursing Practices, Informatics, Health Technology, Telehealth, Patient-centered Care, Display Devices, Computer Displays, Decision Support Systems, Information Technology

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

  • U

    University of Pittsburgh

    Disaster Preparedness

    Skills you'll gain: Triage, Mitigation, Emergency Response, Fire And Life Safety, Safety Training, Safety and Security, Public Safety and National Security, Resilience, Emergency Medicine, First Aid, Healthcare Ethics, Composure, Positivity, Resourcefulness, Planning, Adaptability, Water Quality, Communication

    ★ 4.7 (1.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Nursing Informatics Training and Education

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Mentorship, Health Informatics, Clinical Informatics, Leadership, Clinical Leadership, Nurse Education, Adult Education, Coaching, Informatics, Instructional Design, Educational Materials

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

  • L

    Lecturio

    Psychology and Sociology

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Health Disparities, Nursing and Patient Care, Social Sciences, Stress Management, Social Determinants Of Health, Psychology, Sociology, Intercultural Competence, Patient Education And Counseling, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Behavioral Health, Culture, Human Development, Cultural Diversity, Human Learning, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Demography, Neurology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Introduction to Healthcare Management

    Skills you'll gain: Health Care Administration, Staff Management, Clinical Leadership, Community Health, Health Administration, Public Health, People Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Health Systems, Electronic Medical Record, Electronic Medical Record System, Marketing and Public Relations, Financial Management, Marketing Communications, Health Informatics, Quality Improvement, Media and Communications, Human Resources, Philanthropy, Health Information Management and Medical Records

    ★ 4.7 (109) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Infection Prevention in Nursing Homes: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • Molecular and Cell Biology: Lecturio
  • Mental Health and Resilience for Healthcare Workers: University of Toronto
  • Introduction to Becoming a CNA: Cinematic Health
  • Foundations for Assisting in Home Care: The State University of New York
  • Introduction to Healthcare: Stanford University
  • Nursing Leadership Essentials: Quality Improvement & Safety: Coursera
  • Nursing Informatics(护理信息学): Peking University
  • Disaster Preparedness: University of Pittsburgh
  • Nursing Informatics Training and Education: University of Minnesota

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