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Continuing Medical Education Courses

Continuing Medical Education courses can help you learn clinical guidelines, patient safety protocols, evidence-based practices, and advancements in medical technology. You can build skills in critical thinking, patient communication, and the application of new treatment methodologies. Many courses introduce tools like electronic health records and telemedicine platforms, which enhance the delivery of care and support the integration of innovative practices into everyday medical settings.

Popular Continuing Medical Education Courses and Certifications


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    University of Houston

    Value-Based Care: Reimbursement Models

    Skills you'll gain: Value-Based Care, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Coding, CPT Coding, Managed Care, Medical Billing, Revenue Cycle Management, Health Information Management, Health Systems, Health Policy, Health Care, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Medicare, Risk Analysis, Regulatory Compliance, Health Education, Public Health

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Patient Communication and Education

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Education and Support, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Treatment, Communication Strategies, Communication, Instructional Design, Empathy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Stanford University

    Symptom Management in Palliative Care

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Patient Communication, Psychosocial Assessments, Patient Education and Support, Patient-centered Care, Patient Treatment, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Stress Management, Clinical Assessment, Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    36 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Stanford University

    Transitions in Care from Survivorship to Hospice

    Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Patient Communication, Patient Education and Support, Care Management, Psychosocial Assessments, Oncology, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Care Coordination, Dignity in Care, Family Support, Treatment Planning, Chronic Diseases

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    27 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Stanford University

    Introduction to Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Pharmaceuticals, Health Systems, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Managed Care, Health Care, Drug Development, Medical Billing, Medical Management, Health Care Administration, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Medicaid, Medicare, Health Policy, Care Management, Value-Based Care, Hospital Admissions, Hospital Medicine, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Stanford University

    Palliative Care Always

    Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Pain Management, Psychosocial Assessments, Patient Communication, Patient-centered Care, Parent Communication, Caregiving, Family Support, Patient Education and Support, Compassion, Patient Advocacy, Cultural Responsiveness, Personal Care, Direct Patient Care, Care Management, Child Welfare, Pediatrics, Oncology, Nursing and Patient Care, Patient Education And Counseling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    167 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rice University

    Medical Terminology I

    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
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    789 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Medical Coding for Max Reimbursement

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Billing, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Medical Coding, CPT Coding, Revenue Cycle Management, Clinical Documentation, Medical Office Procedures, Health Administration, Medical Terminology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Medical Spanish for Healthcare Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Spanish Language, Patient Evaluation, Language Competency, Hospital Experience, Oral and Dental Care, Bilingual (Spanish/English), Medical History Documentation, Health Care, Patient-centered Care, Direct Patient Care, Patient Assistance, Patient Observation, Language Learning, Clinical Practices, Active Listening

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    EMT Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Blood Pressure, Medical Emergency, Patient Transport, Respiration

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Everyday Chinese Medicine 2

    Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Health Systems, Health Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Promotion, Public Health, Pharmacology, Clinical Practices, Patient Education and Support, Nutrition and Diet, Treatment Planning, Patient Treatment, Pharmacotherapy, Patient Observation, Clinical Assessment, Exercise Therapy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    235 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Medical Billing: Code and Claim Cleanly

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Billing, Medical Billing and Coding, Claims Processing, Revenue Cycle Management, Medical Office Procedures, Clinical Documentation, Medical Coding, Billing & Invoicing, CPT Coding

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular continuing medical education courses

  • Value-Based Care: Reimbursement Models: University of Houston
  • Patient Communication and Education: Coursera
  • Symptom Management in Palliative Care: Stanford University
  • Transitions in Care from Survivorship to Hospice: Stanford University
  • Introduction to Healthcare: Stanford University
  • Palliative Care Always: Stanford University
  • Medical Terminology I: Rice University
  • Medical Coding for Max Reimbursement: Coursera
  • Medical Spanish for Healthcare Professionals: Universidades Anáhuac
  • EMT Foundations: University of Colorado System

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