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Vital Signs Courses

Vital signs courses can help you learn how to measure heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate, and temperature, along with understanding their significance in patient assessment. You can build skills in interpreting vital sign trends, recognizing abnormal readings, and applying critical thinking in emergency situations. Many courses introduce tools like sphygmomanometers for blood pressure measurement, thermometers for temperature, and pulse oximeters for oxygen saturation, all of that support effective monitoring and patient care.


Popular Vital Signs Courses and Certifications


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    The Pennsylvania State University

    Dairy Production and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Sustainability Standards, Manufacturing and Production, Market Dynamics, Water Resource Management, Business Economics, Biotechnology, Production Management, Environmental Management Systems, Climate Change Mitigation

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Indian Institute of Science

    Sensors and Systems for Biomedical Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Biomedical Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Medical Devices, Medical Equipment and Technology, Vital Signs, Chemistry, ISO 13485 Standard, Materials science, Analytical Chemistry, Diagnostic Tests, Molecular Biology, Biology, Electocardiography, Neurology, Electronics, Artificial Intelligence, Oncology

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Wilderness First Aid - Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, First Aid, Patient Positioning, Patient Transport, Emergency Medical Services, Safety Assurance, Clinical Assessment, Medical History Documentation, Vital Signs, Neurology, Patient Safety

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    53 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Wilderness First Aid - Medical Emergencies

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Emergency, Emergency Medicine, Neurology, Trauma Care, Patient Evaluation, First Aid, Patient Treatment, Triage, Vital Signs, Psychiatry, Emergency Response, Injury Prevention

    4.8
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    40 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Stanford University

    Formação sobre a COVID-19 para Profissionais de Saúde

    Skills you'll gain: Airway Management, Personal protective equipment, Respiratory Care, Patient Evaluation, Mechanical Ventilation, Telehealth, Critical Care, Acute Care, Patient Treatment, Clinical Assessment, Oxygen Therapy, Vital Signs, Patient Positioning, Infectious Diseases, Diagnostic Medical Sonography

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    72 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Trauma Emergencies and Care

    Skills you'll gain: Trauma Care, Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Medicine, Triage, Patient Evaluation, Mechanics, Clinical Assessment, Emergency Response, Patient Transport, Wound Care, Vital Signs, Anatomy, Physiology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    485 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Civil Registration & Vital Statistics in Population Health

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Biostatistics, Health Equity, Medical Records, Demography, Vital Signs, Health Policy, Health Information Management, Data Collection

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Registro civil y estadísticas para la salud de la población

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Equity, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Policy, Medical Records, Maternal Health, Data Collection, Medical Coding, Record Keeping, Health Information Management, Chronic Diseases, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Data Quality

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Stanford University

    COVID-19 Training for Healthcare Workers

    Skills you'll gain: Airway Management, Personal protective equipment, Oxygen Therapy, Respiratory Care, Telehealth, Mechanical Ventilation, Critical Care, Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP/BiPAP), Emergency and Intensive Care, Diagnostic Tests, Patient Positioning, Patient Treatment, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Pediatrics, Patient Evaluation, Clinical Assessment, Vital Signs, Diagnostic Radiology, Medical Imaging

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Fundamentals for Implementing a Hypertension Program

    Skills you'll gain: Blood Pressure, Community Health, Care Management, Clinic Management Systems, Chronic Diseases, Medication Administration, Medication Therapy Management, Care Coordination, Patient Evaluation, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Pharmacotherapy, Diagnostic Tests, Patient Treatment, Patient Communication, Patient-centered Care, Vital Signs

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    31 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Cape Town

    Becoming a changemaker: Introduction to Social Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, Creative Problem-Solving, Innovation, Community Development, Resourcefulness, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Complex Problem Solving, Social Work, Cultural Diversity, Empowerment, Entrepreneurship

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

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    Macquarie University

    Adapt your leadership style

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Change, Adaptability, Staff Management, Influencing, Diversity and Inclusion, Self-Awareness, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular vital signs courses

  • Dairy Production and Management: The Pennsylvania State University
  • Sensors and Systems for Biomedical Applications: Indian Institute of Science
  • Wilderness First Aid - Introduction: University of Colorado System
  • Wilderness First Aid - Medical Emergencies: University of Colorado System
  • Formação sobre a COVID-19 para Profissionais de Saúde: Stanford University
  • Trauma Emergencies and Care: University of Colorado System
  • Civil Registration & Vital Statistics in Population Health: Johns Hopkins University
  • Registro civil y estadísticas para la salud de la población: Johns Hopkins University
  • COVID-19 Training for Healthcare Workers: Stanford University
  • Fundamentals for Implementing a Hypertension Program: Johns Hopkins University

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