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.

The University of Edinburgh
Skills you'll gain: Anesthesiology, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, Pre-Anesthetic Assessment, Pain Management, Patient Education And Counseling, Stress Management, Preventative Care, Perioperative Care, Operating Room (OR), Clinical Practices, Patient Positioning, Clinical Nutrition, Behavioral Health, Patient Observation, Behavior Management, Long Term Care
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Epidemiology, Graph Theory, Infectious Diseases, Program Development, Molecular Biology, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Software Development
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Health Systems, Health Assessment, Health Care, Public Health, Policy Analysis, Health Care Administration, Community Health, Program Evaluation, Research, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Clinical Informatics, Decision Support Systems, Solution Design, Health Information Management, Usability Testing, Healthcare Ethics, Requirements Elicitation, Electronic Medical Record, Data Capture, User Centered Design, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

McMaster University
Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Data Visualization, Predictive Modeling, Pareto Chart, Process Improvement and Optimization, Simulation and Simulation Software, Process Optimization, Statistical Software, R Programming, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, R (Software), Case Studies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Quality Assessment, Program Evaluation, Value-Based Care, Health Systems, Patient Safety, Quality Improvement, Performance Measurement, Health Policy, Scientific Methods, Performance Analysis, Performance Reporting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Healthcare Ethics, Medical Science and Research, Clinical Research Ethics, Medical Privacy, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Informed Consent, Environmental Regulations, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Proceedings, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Information Privacy, Life Sciences, Personal Injury Law, Biotechnology, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing, Computer Security Awareness Training, Technical Support, Desktop Support, Hardware Troubleshooting, End User Training and Support, System Support, Network Support, Cybersecurity, Help Desk Support, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Hardware, Data Storage, Customer Service, Debugging, Information Technology Operations, Operating Systems
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of New Mexico
Skills you'll gain: World Music, Cultural Sensitivity, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Maternal Health, Ancient History, Music, Health Care, Liberal Arts, Instrumental Music
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cell Biology, Physiology, Anatomy, Human Musculoskeletal System, Medical Terminology, Biology, Respiration, Life Sciences, Vital Signs, Health Assessment, Basic Patient Care
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Product Knowledge, Business Communication, Marketing, Oral Expression, Product Demonstration, Marketing Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Customer Service, Business Writing, Business Ethics, Oral Comprehension, Advertising, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Consumer Behaviour
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Hospice, Patient Safety, Governance, Business Ethics, Clinical Research Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care, Health Care Administration, Legal Risk, Electronic Medical Record, Decision Making, Organizational Strategy, Medical Privacy, Clinical Trials, Conflict Management, Risk Management, Critical Thinking, Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks