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.

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Health Assessment, Clinical Assessment, Orthopedics, Health Technology, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Referral, Human Musculoskeletal System
★ 4.9 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Risk Management, Value-Based Care, Clinical Practices, Health Care Administration, Health Systems, Care Management, Analytics, Health Information Management, Health Care, Business Analytics, Risk Analysis, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Analytical Skills, Health Technology, Enterprise Modeling, Healthcare Ethics, Health Education, Data Science, Business Strategy
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Lecturio
Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Life Sciences, Pharmacology, Biology
★ 4.6 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Medical Records, Health Information Management, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Interoperability, Health Technology, Health Care, Health Systems, Clinical Documentation, Electronic Medical Record System, Clinical Data Management, Data Mapping, Data Sharing, Internet Of Things, Emerging Technologies, Data Management, Unstructured Data, Data Integration, Data Modeling, Data Access
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Lecturio
Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Analytical Chemistry, Microbiology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Niel Asher Education
Skills you'll gain: Clinical Practices, Kinesiology, Neurology, Athletic Training
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Hospital Experience, Health Systems, Health Care Administration, Health Administration, Medical Management, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Organizational Structure, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Care, Care Coordination, Health Technology, Medical Equipment and Technology, Operational Efficiency
★ 4.7 (15) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Predictive Analytics, Patient Safety, Patient-centered Care, Clinical Leadership, Care Management, Nursing and Patient Care, Health Care, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Storytelling, Health Care Administration, Health Technology, Data Collection, Business Leadership, Data Analysis, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Safety Standards
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Diversity Training, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Workplace inclusivity, Healthcare Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Responsiveness, Public Health, Community Health, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Leadership Development
★ 4.9 (8) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Medical Records, Electronic Medical Record System, Health Information Management, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Electronic Medical Record, Clinical Documentation, Document Management, Records Management, Record Keeping, Auditing, Document Control, File Management, Regulatory Compliance, Information Privacy, Patient Safety, Data Entry, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Assurance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Predictive Analytics, Patient Safety, Patient Flow, Patient-centered Care, Hospital Experience, Healthcare Project Management, Clinical Leadership, Pain Management, Nursing and Patient Care, Care Management, Health Care, Predictive Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Storytelling, Nursing Management, Value-Based Care, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Technology, Data Science, Machine Learning
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Clinical Documentation, Generative AI Agents, Healthcare Ethics, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, AI Integrations, Medical Records, Medical History Documentation, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Health Informatics, Health Technology, System Implementation
★ 4.5 (6) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks