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Life Science Courses

Life science courses can help you learn cellular biology, genetics, microbiology, and human anatomy. You can build skills in laboratory techniques, data analysis, and critical thinking through experiments and research projects. Many courses introduce tools like laboratory equipment, bioinformatics software, and statistical analysis programs, that support conducting experiments and interpreting scientific data.

Popular Life Science Courses and Certifications


  • I

    IBM

    AI Capstone Project with Deep Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Python Programming

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    695 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Michigan State University

    Write Your First Novel

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Storytelling, Writing and Editing, Editing, Constructive Feedback, Content Creation, Follow Through, Oral Expression, Creative Thinking, Goal Setting, Personal Development, Self-Discipline

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    376 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • M

    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Managing and Motivating Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Delegation Skills, Team Motivation, Constructive Feedback, Motivational Skills, Coaching, Team Management, Team Building, Prioritization, Self-Motivation, Accountability, Expectation Management, Behavioral Management, Performance Appraisal, Leadership Development, Strategic Prioritization, Leadership, Business Management, Business Leadership, Performance Improvement

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Java and Object-Oriented Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Java Programming, Application Development, Data Structures, Application Design, Software Testing, Program Development, Programming Principles, Systems Development, Test Driven Development (TDD), Computer Programming, Other Programming Languages

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    332 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • B

    Board Infinity

    C# for .NET Developers

    Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), ASP.NET, .NET Framework, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Application Frameworks, Web Applications, Programming Principles, Web Development, Event-Driven Programming

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    ·
    310 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    Emory University

    Weight Management: Beyond Balancing Calories

    Skills you'll gain: Habit Formation, Nutrition and Diet, Physiology, Stress Management, Behavior Management, Biology, Goal Setting, Endocrinology, Mindfulness, Exercise Science

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Python Data Products for Predictive Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Model Deployment, Supervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Predictive Modeling, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Predictive Analytics, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Statistical Machine Learning, Web Frameworks, Classification Algorithms, Machine Learning Methods, Model Training, Data Visualization, Statistical Modeling, Interactive Data Visualization, Design Thinking, Machine Learning, Python Programming

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    300 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    JavaScript Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, HTML and CSS, Event-Driven Programming, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Web Design and Development, Web Applications, Programming Principles, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Event Monitoring, Application Development, Debugging

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    940 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Computer Programming with Visual Basic

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, File I/O, System Programming, Visual Basic (Programming Language), System Software, Hardware Architecture, Databases, Relational Databases, Algorithms, Computer Architecture, Network Security, Computer Hardware, SQL, Development Environment, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Program Development, Computer Programming, Microsoft Development Tools

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    171 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • H

    HRCI

    Talent Acquisition

    Skills you'll gain: Talent Acquisition, Talent Recruitment, Recruitment, Full Cycle Recruitment, Job Analysis, Contract Negotiation, Recruitment Strategies, Employee Onboarding, Negotiation, Talent Pipelining, Employee Retention, Talent Sourcing, Talent Management, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Workforce Development, Applicant Tracking Systems, New Hire Orientations, Analysis, Interviewing Skills

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    2.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Biostatistics in Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Biostatistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Logistic Regression, Regression Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Methods, Histogram, Box Plots, Statistical Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Data Literacy, Quantitative Research, Descriptive Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Probability Distribution, Public Health, Scientific Methods, Statistics, Statistical Modeling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2.4K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Developing Industrial Internet of Things

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Real-Time Operating Systems, Big Data, Internet Of Things, Data Preprocessing, Analytics, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, File Systems, Data Analysis, Debugging, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Model Based Systems Engineering, Information Systems Security, Wireless Networks, General Networking, Cybersecurity, Failure Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    857 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular life science courses

  • AI Capstone Project with Deep Learning : IBM
  • Write Your First Novel: Michigan State University
  • Managing and Motivating Teams: Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • Introduction to Java and Object-Oriented Programming: University of Pennsylvania
  • C# for .NET Developers: Board Infinity
  • Weight Management: Beyond Balancing Calories: Emory University
  • Python Data Products for Predictive Analytics: University of California San Diego
  • JavaScript Basics: University of California, Davis
  • Introduction to Computer Programming with Visual Basic: LearnQuest
  • Talent Acquisition: HRCI

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