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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


  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Atención Primaria en Salud: El desafío de las Enfermedades no Transmisibles

    Skills you'll gain: Primary Care, Chronic Diseases, Care Management, Nursing Care, Health Systems, Public Health, Preventative Care, Epidemiology, Care Coordination, Patient-centered Care, Patient Education and Support, Health Policy, Family Support

    4.8 stars, 1.2K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Design and Interpretation of Clinical Trials

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Clinical Research Ethics, Clinical Research, Healthcare Ethics, Scientific Methods, Statistical Reporting, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Drug Development, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis

    4.7 stars, 4.4K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (4.4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • 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, Bloodborne Pathogens, Immunology, Preventative Care, Social Determinants Of Health, Social Sciences, 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
  • 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
  • P

    Pearson

    Prenatal Development and Infancy

    Skills you'll gain: Childbirth, Maternal Health, Child Health, Prenatal Care, Child Development, Human Development, Infant Care, Postpartum Care, Childhood Education and Development, Sensory Systems Analysis, Mental and Behavioral Health

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • 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, 292 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Positive Psychology: Martin E. P. Seligman’s Visionary Science

    Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Optimism, Resilience, Psychology, Persistence, Personal Development, Mental Health, School Psychology, Gerontology, Growth Mindedness, Creativity, Education and Training, Social Sciences, Relationship Building

    4.9 stars, 6.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (6.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Drug Development and Pharmacoepidemiology

    Skills you'll gain: Medication Therapy Management, Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmacology, Medical Prescription, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Pharmacy, Clinical Research, Patient Education and Support, Pre-Clinical Development, Patient Safety, Statistical Analysis, Value-Based Care, Epidemiology, Utilization Management, Program Evaluation, Public Health, Data Analysis

    4.7 stars, 163 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (163) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Equine Welfare and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health and Disease Prevention, Nutrition and Diet, Preventative Care, Nutrition Care Plans, Injury Prevention, Vital Signs, Safety Assurance, Environment Health And Safety, Sports Medicine, Physiology, Accident Prevention, Health Assessment, Cleanliness, Behavior Management, Emergency Response, Psychology

    4.9 stars, 404 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (404) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • L

    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Nutrition and Lifestyle in Pregnancy

    Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Prenatal Care, Child Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Practices, Nutrition Counseling, Preventative Care, Clinical Nutrition, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Dietetics, Food Safety and Sanitation, Medical Science and Research, Chronic Diseases, Endocrinology, Physiology, Life Sciences, Biochemistry

    4.8 stars, 3.2K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (3.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • N

    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    NASM Personal Fitness Trainer

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Education, Patient Education And Counseling, Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Neurology, Automated External Defibrillator, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Overcoming Obstacles, Mechanics, Injury Prevention, Public Health, Anatomy, Health Promotion, Exercise Therapy, Meal Planning And Preparation, Medical Terminology, Motivational Skills, Needs Assessment, Chronic Diseases, Adaptability, Communication

    4.7 stars, 412 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (412) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Trending right now
    Trending right now
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Newborn Baby Care

    Skills you'll gain: Postpartum Care, Infant Care, Respiratory Care, Patient Evaluation, Preventative Care, Child Health, Maternal Health, Pulmonology, Health Assessment, Respiration, Vital Signs, Pediatric Nursing, Clinical Assessment, Family Support, Cardiology, Nursing Care, Pediatrics, Patient Observation, Child Development, Diagnostic Tests

    4.8 stars, 1.1K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.1K) · 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

  • Atención Primaria en Salud: El desafío de las Enfermedades no Transmisibles: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Design and Interpretation of Clinical Trials: Johns Hopkins University
  • Epidemics - the Dynamics of Infectious Diseases: The Pennsylvania State University
  • Antibiotic Stewardship: Stanford Online
  • Prenatal Development and Infancy: Pearson
  • Psychology of Disorders Related to Trauma, Anxiety, & Stress: American Psychological Association
  • Positive Psychology: Martin E. P. Seligman’s Visionary Science: University of Pennsylvania
  • Drug Development and Pharmacoepidemiology: Johns Hopkins University
  • Equine Welfare and Management: University of California, Davis
  • Nutrition and Lifestyle in Pregnancy: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

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