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Patient Care Courses

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.

Popular Patient Care Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Integrative Nursing

    Skills you'll gain: Nursing Practices, Nursing Management, Clinical Leadership, Patient Evaluation, Nursing, Nursing Care, Meditation & Breathwork, Nursing and Patient Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Mindfulness, Pain Management, Personal Care, Patient Referral, Health Assessment, Clinical Assessment, Care Management, Contraindication, Treatment Planning, Patient-centered Care, Manual Therapy

    4.8 stars, 931 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (931) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • B

    British Standards Institution

    ISO 7101:2023 Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Quality Management Systems, Governance, Quality Assessment, Quality Management, Quality Improvement, Performance Measurement, Patient-centered Care, Audit Planning, Risk Management, Quality Monitoring, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Health Systems, Health Care Administration, Occupational Safety And Health, Medical Records, Health Care, Patient Treatment, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    The Integration of Art and Science in Modern Dental Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Dental Care, Oral and Dental Care, Dentistry, Patient Evaluation, Dental Procedures, Oral Health, Periodontology, Dental Informatics, Oral Cancer Screening, Cardiology, Developmental Disabilities, Disabilities, Pain Management, General Medicine, Biomedical Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Endocrinology, Oral Hygiene, Medical History Documentation, Oncology

    4.9 stars, 2.3K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.9 (2.3K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • M

    MedCerts

    Pharmacy Technician Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Medication Dispensation, Pharmacist Assistance, Medical Prescription, Pharmacology, Pharmacy Operations, Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, Anatomy, Pathology, Professionalism, Pharmacy Information System, Diversity Awareness, Patient-centered Care, Composure, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Relationship Building, Patient Safety, Medical Records, Physiology

    4.7 stars, 1.4K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.4K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Cancer Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Medical Imaging, Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology, Patient Education and Support, Mammography, Radiation Therapy, Molecular Biology, Diagnostic Tests, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Clinical Trials, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Capillary, Pain Management, Preventative Care, Treatment Planning, Hemodynamics, Drug Development, Cell Biology, Biology

    4.8 stars, 10K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (10K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • M

    MedCerts

    Electronic Health Record/Reimbursement Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Professionalism, Patient Communication, Payment Processing and Collection, Care Management, Medical Coding, Patient-centered Care, Professional Development, Empathy, Healthcare Ethics, Interpersonal Communications, Teamwork, Emotional Intelligence, Medicare, Cultural Responsiveness, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Conflict Management, Communication, Interoperability, Data Integrity, Time Management

    4.8 stars, 1K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • T

    The George Washington University

    Leading Healthcare Quality and Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Clinical Leadership, Health Technology, Nursing Management, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Healthcare Project Management, Safety Assurance, Health Policy, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health And Safety Standards, Health Care, Healthcare Ethics, Job Safety Analysis, Organizational Change, Change Management, Systems Of Measurement

    4.8 stars, 1.5K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • S

    Stanford Online

    Stanford Introduction to Food and Health

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Education, Nutrition and Diet, Cooking, Chronic Diseases, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Meal Planning And Preparation, Food and Beverage, Health Promotion, Health Informatics, Social Sciences, Habit Formation, Behavior Management, Biochemistry

    4.7 stars, 34K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (34K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • M

    MedCerts

    Professionalism in Allied Health

    Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, Professionalism, Diversity Awareness, Patient-centered Care, Composure, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Relationship Building, Patient Communication, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Healthcare Ethics, Trustworthiness, Intercultural Competence, Teamwork, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cleanliness, Accountability, Time Management

    4.8 stars, 989 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • R

    Rice University

    Spanish for Successful Communication in Healthcare Settings

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Bilingual (Spanish/English), Patient Education and Support, Spanish Language, Patient-centered Care, Medical Terminology, Language Competency, Dignity in Care, Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Diagnostic Tests, Grammar, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Language Learning

    4.7 stars, 339 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (339) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • D

    Duke University

    Telehealth: Essentials, Teamwork, and Neurologic Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Telehealth, Patient Evaluation, Teamwork, Patient Communication, Collaboration, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Assessment, Health Technology, Vital Signs, Patient Preparation, Health Assessment, Patient-centered Care, Patient Treatment, Primary Care, Health Care, Health Systems, Telecommunications, Care Management, Communication

    4.9 stars, 41 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (41) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Nutrición y obesidad: control de sobrepeso

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutritional Assessment, Clinical Nutrition, Personal Care, Nutrition Education, Preventative Care, Meal Planning And Preparation, Behavior Management, Chronic Diseases, Health And Wellness Coaching, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Assessment, Patient Education and Support, Family Support, Exercise Science

    4.8 stars, 5.7K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (5.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular patient care courses

  • Integrative Nursing: University of Minnesota
  • ISO 7101:2023 Fundamentals: British Standards Institution
  • The Integration of Art and Science in Modern Dental Medicine: University of Pennsylvania
  • Pharmacy Technician Fundamentals: MedCerts
  • Cancer Biology: Johns Hopkins University
  • Electronic Health Record/Reimbursement Fundamentals: MedCerts
  • Leading Healthcare Quality and Safety: The George Washington University
  • Stanford Introduction to Food and Health: Stanford Online
  • Professionalism in Allied Health: MedCerts
  • Spanish for Successful Communication in Healthcare Settings: Rice University

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