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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


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    Northeastern University

    An Overview of the U.S. Healthcare System

    Skills you'll gain: Health Systems, Managed Care, Patient-centered Care, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Medicaid, Health Care Administration, Health Care, Primary Care, Medicare, Health Policy, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Cultural Diversity, Telehealth, Economics, Trend Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Introduction to Healthcare Management

    Skills you'll gain: Health Care Administration, Community Health, Public Health, Human Resources Management and Planning, Health Systems, Electronic Medical Record, Financial Management, Marketing Communications, Quality Improvement, Philanthropy, Health Care, Health Policy, Organizational Leadership, Continuous Improvement Process, Organizational Structure, Fundraising, Performance Measurement

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Houston

    Value-Based Care: Population Health

    Skills you'll gain: Chronic Diseases, Value-Based Care, Community Health, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Public Health, Health Assessment, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Promotion, Health Systems, Health Care, Geriatrics, Health Policy, Health Education

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Lausanne

    HEALTHY URBAN SYSTEMS - PART 3 : Design and policies

    Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Public Health, Policy Development, Community Health, Health Systems, Environmental Policy, Health Assessment, Sustainable Development, Governance, Systems Thinking

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Healthcare Leadership Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Healthcare Ethics, Health Policy, Health Care Administration, Leadership, Team Leadership, Advocacy, Communication, Strategic Leadership, Change Management, Health Care, Professional Development, Organizational Leadership, Interpersonal Communications

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Health for All Through Primary Health Care

    Skills you'll gain: Primary Care, Community Health, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Health Education, Health Disparities, Preventative Care, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Systems, Sustainable Development, Case Studies

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Healthcare Strategy and Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Strategic Communication, Strategic Planning, Business Planning, Innovation, Telehealth, Organizational Strategy, Design Thinking, Business Strategy, Health Care Administration, Health Care, Business Management, Emerging Technologies, User Centered Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Imperial College London

    Health Coaching Conversations

    Skills you'll gain: Health And Wellness Coaching, Patient Communication, Motivational Interviewing, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Health Promotion, Coaching, Goal Setting, Health Care, Active Listening, Empowerment, Planning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The George Washington University

    Vaccine Law and Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Health Equity, Informed Consent, Pharmaceuticals, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Healthcare Ethics, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Disparities, Public Health, Health Policy, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Advocacy, Policy Analysis, Intellectual Property

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Health Systems Development: Introduction to Health Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Health Systems, Health Equity, Health Care, Health Assessment, Health Policy, Health Disparities, Health Care Administration, Governance, Public Health, Sustainable Development

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Diagnosing Health Behaviors for Global Health Programs

    Skills you'll gain: Health Promotion, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Health Education, Cultural Sensitivity, Public Health, Health Policy, Community Health, Social Sciences, Program Evaluation, Learning Theory

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Health Care Delivery in Healthcare Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Patient-centered Care, Health And Wellness Coaching, Care Coordination, Health Systems, Health Care, Value-Based Care, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Patient Communication, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Informatics, Telehealth

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular health policy courses

  • An Overview of the U.S. Healthcare System: Northeastern University
  • Introduction to Healthcare Management: University of Michigan
  • Value-Based Care: Population Health: University of Houston
  • HEALTHY URBAN SYSTEMS - PART 3 : Design and policies : University of Lausanne
  • Healthcare Leadership Principles: University of Michigan
  • Health for All Through Primary Health Care: Johns Hopkins University
  • Healthcare Strategy and Innovation: University of Michigan
  • Health Coaching Conversations: Imperial College London
  • Vaccine Law and Policy: The George Washington University
  • Health Systems Development: Introduction to Health Systems: Imperial College London

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