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Patient Care Courses

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.


Popular Patient Care Courses and Certifications


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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    El rol docente del médico residente

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Leadership, Constructive Feedback, Clinical Supervision, Conflict Management, Teamwork, Patient Education And Counseling, Leadership, Public Speaking, Medical Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Train The Trainer, Clinical Practices, Communication Strategies, Communication, Learning Strategies

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    250 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Imperial College London

    Participatory Approaches in Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Health Equity, Community Health, Health Policy, Diversity Awareness, Health Promotion, Social Determinants Of Health, Research, Research Methodologies, Community Development, Research Design, Program Evaluation, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Responsiveness, Qualitative Research, Case Studies, Data Collection, Patient-centered Care, Collaboration

    4.5
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    33 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    From Sleep Disorders to Sleep Health

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Cultural Diversity, Health Disparities, Health Assessment, Social Determinants Of Health, Gerontology, Stress Management, Human Development, Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP/BiPAP), Patient Treatment, Diagnostic Tests, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Physiology, Child Development, Chronic Diseases, Mindfulness, Biology

    4.5
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Nutrition and Weight Management for Fitness Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Counseling, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Nutritional Assessment, Health And Wellness Coaching, Exercise Science, Physiology, Biology, Anatomy, Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    47 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Community Awareness Course: Sexuality and Disability

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Diversity Awareness, Patient Education And Counseling, Sociology, Orthopedics, Pain Management, Chronic Diseases, Psychology, Anatomy

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    32 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Global Health Security, Solidarity and Sustainability through the International Health Regulations

    Skills you'll gain: Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Environment Health And Safety, Health Policy, Epidemiology, Health Systems, International Relations, Public Safety and National Security, Emergency Response, Health Assessment, Governance

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    105 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Copenhagen

    Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease – The Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Diagnostic Tests, Patient Evaluation, Pathology, Physiology, Laboratory Testing, Precision Medicine, Biochemistry, Chronic Diseases, Endocrinology, Patient Treatment, Biology, Internal Medicine, Pharmacology, Medical Ultrasonography, Nutrition and Diet, Medical Science and Research, Bioinformatics, Epidemiology, Clinical Nutrition, Anatomy

    4.8
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    137 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tel Aviv University

    Economic Growth and Distributive Justice Part II - Maximize Social Wellbeing

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Tax, Economic Development, Social Justice, Socioeconomics, Public Policies, Sustainable Development, Tax Management, Policy Analysis, Income Tax, Market Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    135 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    خدمة العملاء | Customer Service

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Service, Customer and Client Support, Customer Complaint Resolution, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Retention, Customer experience improvement, Business Planning, Active Listening, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Communication, Adaptability

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Universitat de Barcelona

    ÉCHELLE RACE: Dépistage préhospitalier de l’AVC impliquant une occlusion de gros vaisseaux cérébraux

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Emergency, Acute Care, Critical Care, Triage, Emergency Medical Services, Patient Evaluation, Emergency Departments, Neurology, Clinical Assessment, Patient Treatment, Diagnostic Tests

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Achieving Health Equity in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Health Systems, Health Policy, Community Health, Health Care, Social Determinants Of Health, Social Justice, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Primary Care, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Cultural Responsiveness

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Gestión del estrés y Mindfulness

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Stress Management, Mindfulness, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Resilience, Physiology, Positivity, Creativity, Mental Concentration, Respiratory Care

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular patient care courses

  • El rol docente del médico residente: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Participatory Approaches in Public Health: Imperial College London
  • From Sleep Disorders to Sleep Health: University of Michigan
  • Nutrition and Weight Management for Fitness Professionals: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Community Awareness Course: Sexuality and Disability: University of Minnesota
  • Global Health Security, Solidarity and Sustainability through the International Health Regulations: University of Geneva
  • Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease – The Essentials: University of Copenhagen
  • Economic Growth and Distributive Justice Part II - Maximize Social Wellbeing: Tel Aviv University
  • خدمة العملاء | Customer Service: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • ÉCHELLE RACE: Dépistage préhospitalier de l’AVC impliquant une occlusion de gros vaisseaux cérébraux: Universitat de Barcelona

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