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Health Policy Courses

Health policy courses can help you learn about healthcare systems, policy analysis, health economics, and the impact of legislation on public health. You can build skills in data interpretation, stakeholder engagement, and evaluating health outcomes. Many courses introduce tools like policy simulation software, data visualization platforms, and statistical analysis programs, that support assessing the effectiveness of health interventions and making informed policy recommendations.

Popular Health Policy Courses and Certifications


  • D

    Duke University

    Introduction to Genetics and Evolution

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, Biotechnology, Environment, Taxonomy, Scientific Methods

    4.8 stars, 1.9K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.9K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    SkillUp

    Improving EHR System Effectiveness and Quality

    Skills you'll gain: Electronic Medical Record System, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Electronic Medical Record, Health Informatics, Data Integrity, Data Validation, Medical Records, Data Quality, Health Information Management, Clinical Documentation, Issue Tracking, Clinical Informatics, Data Maintenance, Health Systems, Technical Communication, End User Training and Support, Patient Safety, Record Keeping, Problem Management, Technical Support

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • O

    Osmosis

    COVID-19: What You Need to Know

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Infection Control, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Epidemiology, Diagnostic Tests, Health Education, Health Care, Personal protective equipment, Patient Evaluation, Maternal Health, Clinical Practices, Community Health, Clinical Assessment, Laboratory Testing

    4.8 stars, 7K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    EDIVET: Do you have what it takes to be a veterinarian?

    Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Respiratory Care, Pathology, Vital Signs, Cardiology, Basic Patient Care, Physiology, Patient Observation, Health Care, Clinical Assessment, Cell Biology, Patient Communication

    4.8 stars, 2.6K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.6K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Pearson

    Psychological Disorders and Therapies

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health, Psychotherapy, Mental Health Therapies, Psychological Evaluations, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychiatric Assessments, Psychology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    The Pennsylvania State University

    Epidemics - the Dynamics of Infectious Diseases

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Infection Control, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Microbiology, Public Health, Immunology, Preventative Care, Social Sciences, Community Health, Medical Science and Research, Biology, Social Network Analysis, Case Studies

    4.8 stars, 1.7K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.7K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Qualitative Research, Data Synthesis, Scientific Methods, Research Methodologies, Data Collection, Research Design, Analysis, Quantitative Research, Risk Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Reporting

    4.8 stars, 3.6K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (3.6K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Brain and Behaviour

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Behavioral Health, Psychology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Life Sciences, Psychiatry, Human Learning, Anatomy, Physiology, Learning Theory, Neurology, Mental Health, Clinical Psychology, Human Development, Human Musculoskeletal System, Research Methodologies, Research, Scientific Methods, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Cannabis, Chronic Pain, and Related Disorders

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Public Health, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Substance Abuse, Research, Hospice, Epidemiology, Chronic Diseases, Oncology, Pharmacology, Mental Health, Pharmacotherapy, Medication Therapy Management, Nutrition and Diet

    4.7 stars, 152 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (152) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Drug Development Product Management

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Research, Commercialization, Pre-Clinical Development, Pharmaceutical Sales, Pharmacology, Regulatory Affairs, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Managed Care, Intellectual Property, Sales Strategy, Product Planning, Biotechnology, Portfolio Management, Bioinformatics, Strategic Partnership, Medical Science and Research, Marketing

    4.6 stars, 6.5K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (6.5K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Measuring and Maximizing Impact of COVID-19 Contact Tracing

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Infection Control, Infectious Diseases, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Program Management, Model Evaluation, Community Health, Health Technology, Statistical Modeling, Data Management, Decision Support Systems

    4.5 stars, 1.3K reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (1.3K) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • 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
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular health policy courses

  • Introduction to Genetics and Evolution: Duke University
  • Improving EHR System Effectiveness and Quality: SkillUp
  • COVID-19: What You Need to Know: Osmosis
  • EDIVET: Do you have what it takes to be a veterinarian?: The University of Edinburgh
  • Psychological Disorders and Therapies: Pearson
  • Epidemics - the Dynamics of Infectious Diseases: The Pennsylvania State University
  • Introduction to Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis: Johns Hopkins University
  • Brain and Behaviour: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Cannabis, Chronic Pain, and Related Disorders: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Drug Development Product Management: University of California San Diego

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