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Continuing Medical Education Courses

Continuing Medical Education courses can help you learn clinical guidelines, patient safety protocols, evidence-based practices, and advancements in medical technology. You can build skills in critical thinking, patient communication, and the application of new treatment methodologies. Many courses introduce tools like electronic health records and telemedicine platforms, which enhance the delivery of care and support the integration of innovative practices into everyday medical settings.

Popular Continuing Medical Education Courses and Certifications


  • U

    Utrecht University

    Clinical Epidemiology

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Clinical Practices, General Medicine, Clinical Research, Medical Science and Research, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Trials, Public Health, Patient Treatment, Predictive Modeling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    398 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Stanford University

    Essentials of Palliative Care

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient-centered Care, Psychosocial Assessments, Caregiving, Patient Education and Support, Cultural Responsiveness, Direct Patient Care, Intercultural Competence, Communication, Empathy, Stress Management, Family Support, Needs Assessment

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    100 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    MedCerts

    Medical Administrative Assistants and Office Procedures

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Medical Office Procedures, Medical Records, Electronic Medical Record System, Health Information Management, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Electronic Medical Record, Patient Registration, Medical History Documentation, Medical Assistance, Record Keeping, Records Management, Information Privacy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    71 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Duke University

    Telehealth: Essentials, Teamwork, and Cardiopulmonary Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Patient Education And Counseling, Medical Telemetry, Teamwork, Patient Communication, Collaboration, Patient Preparation, Clinical Assessment, Vital Signs, Patient Education and Support, Health Technology, Health Assessment, Patient Treatment, Health Care, Health Systems, Telecommunications, Patient Evaluation, Care Management, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Communication

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    37 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Become an EMT

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Airway Management, Trauma Care, Automated External Defibrillator, Medical History Documentation, Patient Communication, Child Health, Childbirth, Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Pediatric First Aid, Defibrillation, Clinical Assessment, Hazardous Waste Operations And Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER), Blood Pressure, Vital Signs, Respiratory Care, Neurology, Medication Administration, Cardiology, Pharmacology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2.6K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • S

    Stanford University

    Introduction to Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Pharmaceuticals, Health Systems, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Managed Care, Health Care, Drug Development, Medical Billing, Medical Management, Health Care Administration, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Medicaid, Medicare, Health Policy, Care Management, Value-Based Care, Hospital Admissions, Hospital Medicine, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.5K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    MedCerts

    Medical Terminology and the Human Body Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Pathology, Medical Records, Physiology, Cell Biology, Diagnostic Tests, Nutrition and Diet

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    371 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Understanding Psychosis

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Psychiatry, Community Mental Health Services, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Social Determinants Of Health, Mental Health Therapies, Clinical Psychology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Trauma Care, Rapport Building, Psychotherapy, Mental Health, Pharmacotherapy, Driving engagement, Research

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    21 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Duke University

    Telehealth Clinical Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Clinical Assessment, Health Technology, Vital Signs, Health Assessment, Patient Preparation, Patient Evaluation, Basic Patient Care, End User Training and Support, Patient Education and Support, Patient Communication, Patient Safety, Problem Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    32 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • 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

  • S

    Stanford University

    Symptom Management in Palliative Care

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Patient Communication, Psychosocial Assessments, Patient Education and Support, Patient-centered Care, Patient Treatment, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Stress Management, Clinical Assessment, Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    36 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Stanford University

    Transitions in Care from Survivorship to Hospice

    Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Patient Communication, Patient Education and Support, Care Management, Psychosocial Assessments, Oncology, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Care Coordination, Dignity in Care, Family Support, Treatment Planning, Chronic Diseases

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    27 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular continuing medical education courses

  • Clinical Epidemiology: Utrecht University
  • Essentials of Palliative Care: Stanford University
  • Medical Administrative Assistants and Office Procedures: MedCerts
  • Telehealth: Essentials, Teamwork, and Cardiopulmonary Exam: Duke University
  • Become an EMT: University of Colorado System
  • Introduction to Healthcare: Stanford University
  • Medical Terminology and the Human Body Fundamentals: MedCerts
  • Understanding Psychosis: University of Michigan
  • Telehealth Clinical Essentials: Duke University
  • Patient Communication and Education: Coursera

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