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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


  • U

    University of Michigan

    AIDS: Fear and Hope

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Patient Treatment, Diagnostic Tests, Bloodborne Pathogens, Health Disparities, Infection Control, Patient Education and Support, Laboratory Testing, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Chronic Diseases, Nursing and Patient Care, Preventative Care, Health Equity, Health Education, Public Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Health Policy, Social Sciences, Microbiology, Cultural Diversity

    4.8 stars, 426 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Foundational Skills for Communicating About Health

    Skills you'll gain: Non-Verbal Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Patient Communication, Storytelling, Public Speaking, Communication, Advocacy, Patient Education and Support, Health Education, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Concision, Patient Education And Counseling, Health Policy, Persuasive Communication, Goal Setting

    4.7 stars, 132 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (132) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Guided Imagery

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Treatment Planning, Meditation & Breathwork, Clinical Assessment, Music, Education Software and Technology, Patient Evaluation, Mindfulness, Creativity, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Patient Education And Counseling, Mental Health Therapies, Physiology

    4.8 stars, 224 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Strategies for Assisted Living Communities during COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Home Health Care and Assisted Living, Infection Control, Personal protective equipment, Hand Hygiene, Emergency Response, Long Term Care, Nursing Homes, Patient Communication, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Laboratory Testing, Mental Health, Community Health, Public Health, Care Coordination, Media and Communications, Patient Education and Support, Epidemiology, Diagnostic Tests, Cleanliness, Infectious Diseases

    4.8 stars, 268 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • C

    Coursera

    Patient Communication and Education

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Education and Support, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Treatment, Communication Strategies, Communication, Instructional Design, Empathy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Toronto

    Knowledge and Skills for Dementia Care: the SSLD Approach

    Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Long Term Care, Geriatrics, Caregiving, Nursing Homes, Dignity in Care, Home Health Care, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychosocial Assessments, Behavioral Management, Substance Abuse, Patient-centered Care, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Responsiveness, Informed Consent, Behavior Management, Needs Assessment

    4.6 stars, 132 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (132) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    Universitat de Barcelona

    Manejo del enfermo semicrítico y crítico por COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Respiratory Care, Critical Care, Respiratory Therapy, Intensive Care Medicine, Mechanical Ventilation, Healthcare Ethics, Airway Management, Intensive Care Unit, Acute Care, Diagnostic Tests, Patient Evaluation, Nursing and Patient Care, Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP/BiPAP), Patient Communication, Infection Control, Infectious Diseases, Oxygen Therapy, Pharmacotherapy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Pharmacology

    4.8 stars, 201 reviews, Advanced, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (201) · Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Implementing a Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Project (Patient Safety V)

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Nursing Management, Healthcare Project Management, Patient Education and Support, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Risk Management, Infection Control, Intravenous Therapy

    4.8 stars, 102 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (102) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    PrEParing: PrEP for Providers and Patients

    Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Pharmacology, Contraindication, Bloodborne Pathogens, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Drug Interaction, Health Promotion, Primary Care, Health Disparities, Patient Education and Support, Medication Therapy Management, Health Equity, Pharmacotherapy, Clinical Pharmacy, Patient Evaluation, Public Health, Community Health, Clinical Assessment, Patient Communication

    4.7 stars, 150 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (150) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Strategies for Senior Housing Communities during COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Infection Control, Emergency Response, Nursing Homes, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Personal protective equipment, Public Health, Community Health, Home Health Care and Assisted Living, Sanitation, Geriatrics, Mental Health, Infectious Diseases, Community Mental Health Services, Health And Safety Standards, Patient Education and Support, Policy Development, Media and Communications

    4.8 stars, 154 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • U

    Universidad Nacional de Colombia

    Cuidar con confianza a pacientes con condiciones crónicas

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Caregiving, Patient Communication, Home Health Care, Needs Assessment, Patient Education and Support, Care Coordination, Family Support, Psychosocial Assessments, Care Management, Health Assessment, Patient-centered Care, Chronic Diseases, Problem Solving, Health Care, Stress Management, Recognizing Others, Decision Making, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Adaptability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • C

    Coursera

    Healthcare Career Explorer Nurse Practitioner (NP)

    Skills you'll gain: Smart Goals, Professional Development, Nurse Education, Goal Setting, Care Coordination, Nursing, Clinical Nursing, Nursing and Patient Care, Nursing Practices, Care Management, Clinical Leadership, Direct Patient Care, Patient Advocacy, Health Systems, Patient-centered Care, Adaptability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • AIDS: Fear and Hope: University of Michigan
  • Foundational Skills for Communicating About Health: University of Michigan
  • Guided Imagery: University of Minnesota
  • Strategies for Assisted Living Communities during COVID-19: Johns Hopkins University
  • Patient Communication and Education: Coursera
  • Knowledge and Skills for Dementia Care: the SSLD Approach: University of Toronto
  • Manejo del enfermo semicrítico y crítico por COVID-19: Universitat de Barcelona
  • Implementing a Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Project (Patient Safety V): Johns Hopkins University
  • PrEParing: PrEP for Providers and Patients: Johns Hopkins University
  • Strategies for Senior Housing Communities during COVID-19: Johns Hopkins University

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