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.

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Biology, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Medical Science and Research, Health Care, Pharmacology, Chronic Diseases, Environment, Pathology
★ 4.8 (233) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Lecturio
Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Life Sciences, Pharmacology, Biology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universitat Politècnica de València
Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Life Sciences, Physical Science
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Occupational Medicine, Physiology, Medical Science and Research, Biomedical Engineering, Emergency Medicine, Hemodynamics, Vital Signs, Preventative Care, Oxygen Therapy, Injury Prevention, Radiation Protection, Human Factors, Exercise Science, Health Care, Respiration, Human Musculoskeletal System, Environment, Physics, Biology, Engineering
★ 4.8 (731) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Healthcare Ethics, Biology, Personal Care, Materials science, Safety Standards, Physiology, Biochemistry, Regulatory Compliance, Anatomy, Product Testing, Microbiology, Product Development
★ 4.7 (346) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Bioinformatics, Mathematical Software, Quantitative Research, Unsupervised Learning, Data Synthesis, Research, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology, Simulation and Simulation Software, Pharmacology, Science and Research, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Machine Learning Methods, Laboratory Research, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, R (Software), Network Analysis, Biology
★ 4.4 (989) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

McMaster University
Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Medical Science and Research, Biotechnology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biological Engineering, Laboratory Testing, Laboratory Techniques, Healthcare Ethics, Analysis, Science and Research
★ 4.8 (1.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
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
★ 4.8 (604) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Orthopedics, Medical History Documentation, Medical Records, Electronic Medical Record System, Urology, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Anatomy, Diagnostic Tests, General Medicine, Physiology
★ 4.9 (785) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Physiology, Epidemiology, Life Sciences, Big Data, Data Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Nutrition and Diet, Biology, Metadata Management, Specimen Collection, Taxonomy
★ 4.7 (1.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mindfulness, Time Management, Productivity, Parent Communication, Personal Care, Prioritization, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Personal Development, Family Support, Meditation & Breathwork, Child Development, Growth Mindedness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mental Health, Self-Awareness
★ 5 (107) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Pulmonology, Respiration, Anatomy, Endocrinology, Cardiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Nephrology, Hemodynamics, Biology, Vital Signs, Electrophysiology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Blood Pressure, Cell Biology, Neurology
★ 4.8 (5.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months