Patient care courses can help you learn effective communication with patients, the basics of medical terminology, ethical considerations in healthcare, and techniques for managing patient records. You can build skills in empathy, critical thinking, and teamwork, which are vital for providing high-quality care. Many courses introduce tools like electronic health record systems and patient management software, showing how these resources enhance patient interactions and streamline care processes.

Universiteit Leiden
Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Systems, Health Promotion, Value-Based Care, Public Health, Health Care, Health Policy, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Health, Preventative Care, Epidemiology, Risk Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Infant Care, Child Health, Child Development, Nutrition and Diet, Safety Standards, Accident Prevention, Patient Positioning, Patient Education And Counseling, Caregiving, Patient Transport, Family Support
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Medical Science and Research, Biomedical Engineering, Emergency Medicine, Vital Signs, Radiation Protection, Human Factors, Health Care, Respiration, Physics, Biology, Engineering
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Desktop Support, End User Training and Support, Help Desk Support, Patient Communication, Health Informatics, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Technical Support, Information Technology, Health Information Management, Issue Tracking, Electronic Medical Record, Medical Privacy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Health Systems, Health Equity, Health Assessment, Health Care, Public Health, Health Disparities, Health Care Administration, Governance, Health Promotion, Policy Analysis, Social Determinants Of Health, Primary Care, Sustainable Development, Community Health, Program Evaluation, Research, Case Studies
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

The University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Dental Procedures, Dentistry, Oral and Dental Care, Dental Care, Treatment Planning, Patient Evaluation, Patient Preparation, Surgery, Dental Instruments, Medical Equipment and Technology, Oral Health, Perioperative Care, Clinical Practices, Risk Analysis, Biology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Emory University
Skills you'll gain: Mental Concentration, Nutrition and Diet, Anatomy, Mental Health, Lifelong Learning, Stress Management, Preventative Care, Neurology, Exercise Science, Mindfulness, Behavioral Health, Psychology, Cognitive flexibility, Biology, Physiology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universitat de Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Airway Management, Critical Care, Respiratory Care, Diagnostic Tests, Healthcare Ethics, Emergency and Intensive Care, Mechanical Ventilation, Clinical Assessment, Infection Control, Pharmacotherapy, Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP/BiPAP), Nursing and Patient Care, Oxygen Therapy, Pharmacology, Patient Treatment, Infectious Diseases, Personal protective equipment, Clinical Monitoring, Vital Signs
Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Tecnológico de Monterrey
Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Patient-centered Care, Clinical Assessment, Clinical Practices, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Experience, Healthcare Ethics, Constructive Feedback, Mentorship, Decision Making
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Pharmacotherapy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Healthcare Ethics, Chronic Diseases, Nutrition and Diet, Patient Safety, Medical History Documentation, Preventative Care, Ancient History
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

National Academy of Sports Medicine
Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Counseling, Smart Goals, Health Assessment, Sports Medicine, Human Musculoskeletal System, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Nutritional Assessment, Respiration, Physiology, Neurology, Automated External Defibrillator, Rehabilitation, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Coaching, Health And Wellness Coaching
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Health Promotion, Microbiology, Health Assessment, Sanitation, Program Evaluation, Healthcare Ethics, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Health Policy, Preventative Care, Environment Health And Safety, Behavioral Economics, Health Education, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Applied Behavior Analysis, Social Determinants Of Health
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months