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.
American Museum of Natural History
Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Environmental Science, Environment, Physiology, Hydrology, Environmental Issue, Anatomy, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Resource Management, General Science and Research, Environment and Resource Management, Science and Research, Research, Research Methodologies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Biochemical Assays, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Analytical Testing, Biological Engineering, Laboratory Research, Scientific Visualization, Biology, Specimen Labeling, Drug Development
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biological Engineering, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Biology, Structural Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

American Museum of Natural History
Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Equity, Infectious Diseases, Immunology, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Socioeconomics, Public Health, Pathology, Microbiology, Medical Science and Research, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology, Biology, Taxonomy, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Trials
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Biochemistry, Safety Standards, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Biology, Regulatory Compliance, Sustainability Standards, Product Testing, Product Development, Physiology, Anatomy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Endocrinology, Orthopedics, Kinesiology, Physiology, Neurology, Medical Terminology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Practices, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Lifelong Learning
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Materials science, Quantum computing, Biology, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Mathematical Modeling, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Neurology, Cell Biology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Human Development, Biology, Life Sciences, Environment, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Chemistry, Cell Biology, Child Development, Environmental Science, Environmental Resource Management, Music, Biotechnology, Environment and Resource Management, General Science and Research, Decision Making, Natural Resource Management, Oncology, Liberal Arts
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Personal Care, Parent Communication, Meditation & Breathwork, Time Management, Stress Management, Composure, Resilience, Positivity, Personal Development, Psychology, Positive Behavior Support, Working With Children, Self-Awareness, Family Support, Child Development, Mental Health, Emotional Intelligence, Prioritization, digital literacy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Pharmacology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Health Disparities, Molecular Biology, Infection Control, Infectious Diseases, Chemistry, Social Sciences, Biochemistry, Psychology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Sociology, Cultural Sensitivity, Analytical Chemistry, Immunology, Behavior Management, Biology, Decision Making, Taxonomy
Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Childbirth, Child Health, Pulmonology, Maternal Health, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Respiration, Respiratory Therapy, Anatomy, Urology, Cardiology, Urinalysis, Respiratory Care, Immunology, Hematology, Hemodynamics, Nephrology, Capillary, Physiology, Medical Terminology, Lifelong Learning
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

The University of Chicago
Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Neurology, Psychology, Physiology, Life Sciences, Anatomy, Behavioral Health, Electrophysiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Blood Pressure, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Language Disorders, Biology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months