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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


  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    Sit Less, Get Active

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Smart Goals, Patient Education And Counseling, Community Health, Patient Education and Support, Health Education, Health Promotion, Preventative Care, Exercise Science, Self-Motivation, Behavioral Health, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Habit Formation, Motivational Skills, Occupational Health, Overcoming Obstacles

    4.6 stars, 1.8K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (1.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • Y

    Yale University

    Essentials of Global Health

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Systems, Public Health, Epidemiology, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Equity, Infectious Diseases, Chronic Diseases, Health Policy, Medical Science and Research, Nutrition and Diet, Demography

    4.8 stars, 2.2K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Preventative Healthcare for the Newborn Baby

    Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Postpartum Care, Infant Care, Pediatrics, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Assessment, Endocrinology, Pharmacology, Clinical Monitoring, Cardiology, Diagnostic Tests, Laboratory Testing, Hematology, Communication Disorders, Infectious Diseases

    4.8 stars, 633 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Human Lifespan Development

    Skills you'll gain: Childbirth, Human Development, Maternal Health, Child Health, Gerontology, Prenatal Care, Childhood Education and Development, Child Development, Human Learning, Developmental Disabilities, Psychology, Infant Care, Geriatrics, Formal Learning, Postpartum Care, Relationship Building, Higher Education, Learning Theory, Education and Training, Adult Education

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    MedCerts

    Pharmacy Dosages and Prescriptions Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Medication Dispensation, Pharmacist Assistance, Medical Prescription, Pharmacy Operations, Pharmacology, Patient Safety, Pharmacy Information System, Pharmacy, Medication Administration, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Pharmaceuticals, Pediatrics, Intravenous Therapy, Systems Of Measurement, Health Care Procedure and Regulation

    4.6 stars, 79 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (79) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    U.S. Health Law Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Systems, Medicaid, Medicare, Managed Care, Health Care, Personal Injury Law, Health Care Administration, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Healthcare Ethics, Health Policy, Court Systems, Legal Risk, Plaintiff, Lawsuits, Informed Consent, Civil Law, Litigation and Civil Justice, Case Law, Adjudication

    4.9 stars, 269 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (269) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • R

    Rice University

    Medical Terminology

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Medical History Documentation, Pulmonology, Cardiology, Electronic Medical Record System, Medical Records, Endocrinology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Respiratory Care, Orthopedics, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Respiration, Neurology, Gynecology, Urology, Hematology, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Anatomy, Immunology, Communication

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

    ★ 4.9 (1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Stanford Online

    Antibiotic Stewardship

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Infection Control, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Prescription, Medication Therapy Management, Utilization Management, Hospital Medicine, Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Clinical Practices, Patient Evaluation, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Diagnostic Tests, Long Term Care

    4.7 stars, 800 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (800) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • A

    American Psychological Association

    Psychology of Disorders Related to Trauma, Anxiety, & Stress

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health, Clinical Psychology, Psychiatry, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Physiology, Trauma Care, Mental Health Therapies, Psychology, Psychological Evaluations, Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavioral Health, Cultural Diversity, Patient Evaluation, Health Assessment, Health And Wellness Coaching, Patient Treatment

    4.8 stars, 290 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Introduction to Cataract Surgery

    Skills you'll gain: Pre-Anesthetic Assessment, Patient Preparation, Anesthesiology, Surgery, Patient Evaluation, Perioperative Care, Operating Room (OR), Patient Education And Counseling, Informed Consent, Medical Devices

    4.8 stars, 285 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (285) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    Infosec

    Introduction to Privacy and Global Privacy Laws & Standards

    Skills you'll gain: Information Privacy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Personally Identifiable Information, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Medical Privacy, Regulatory Compliance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Data Governance, Data Security, Legal Risk, Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, Data Sharing, Child Welfare, Informed Consent, Computer Security, Risk Management Framework

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The Expert Academy

    Negotiation, Advocacy And Resilience For Women Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Advocacy, Negotiation, Communication Strategies, Communication, Leadership, Relationship Building, Conflict Management, Resilience, Contract Negotiation, De-escalation Techniques, Persuasive Communication, Influencing, Collaboration, Stress Management, Executive Presence, Trustworthiness, Team Leadership, Leadership and Management, Diversity and Inclusion

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular patient care courses

  • Sit Less, Get Active: The University of Edinburgh
  • Essentials of Global Health: Yale University
  • Preventative Healthcare for the Newborn Baby: University of Colorado System
  • Human Lifespan Development: Pearson
  • Pharmacy Dosages and Prescriptions Essentials: MedCerts
  • U.S. Health Law Fundamentals: University of Pennsylvania
  • Medical Terminology: Rice University
  • Antibiotic Stewardship: Stanford Online
  • Psychology of Disorders Related to Trauma, Anxiety, & Stress: American Psychological Association
  • Introduction to Cataract Surgery: University of Michigan

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