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Pharmacology Courses

Pharmacology courses can help you learn drug classifications, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and therapeutic applications. You can build skills in dosage calculations, understanding drug interactions, and evaluating clinical trial data. Many courses introduce tools such as pharmacological databases and software for drug analysis, that support conducting research and making informed decisions in clinical settings. By exploring these topics, you can gain a comprehensive understanding of how medications work and their impact on patient care.

Popular Pharmacology Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Copenhagen

    Diabetes - a Global Challenge

    Skills you'll gain: Endocrinology, Physiology, Preventative Care, Drug Development, Pharmacology, Chronic Diseases, Epidemiology, Immunology, Medical Science and Research, Patient Treatment, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Exercise Science, Precision Medicine, Pre-Clinical Development, Public Health, Pharmacotherapy, Biology, Biochemistry, Nutrition and Diet, Molecular Biology

    4.8 stars, 752 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (752) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • S

    Sage Publications

    Understanding Medicines Management for Nursing Students

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Interaction, Medication Administration, Medical Prescription, Medication Therapy Management, Contraindication, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmacology, Healthcare Ethics, Nursing Practices, Clinical Practices, Clinical Research, Patient Safety, Nursing, Pharmaceuticals, Nursing and Patient Care, Geriatrics, General Medicine, Health Care Administration, Family Medicine, Hospital Medicine

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
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  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Basic Principles of Cell Signaling

    Skills you'll gain: Electrophysiology, Cell Biology, Physiology, Immunology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Endocrinology, Pharmacology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, Molecular Biology, Drug Development, Oncology

    4.8 stars, 99 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (99) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • S

    STARWEAVER

    AI & Digital Transformation for Pharma & Biotech

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Digital Transformation, Pharmaceuticals, AI Enablement, AI literacy, Drug Development, Clinical Research, Data Ethics, AI Product Strategy, Clinical Trials, Precision Medicine, Biotechnology, Medical Science and Research, Regulatory Compliance, Clinical Documentation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Pharmacology, Healthcare Ethics, Data Integration, Predictive Analytics

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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  • M

    MedCerts

    Pharmacy Technician Intermediate

    Skills you'll gain: Sterilization, Medication Therapy Management, Medical Privacy, Pharmacology, Asepsis, Pharmacy, Pharmacy Operations, Drug Interaction, Medication Administration, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacist Assistance, Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Patient Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Intravenous Therapy, Healthcare Ethics, Medication Dispensation, Sterile Procedure, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Patient-centered Care

    4.9 stars, 76 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (76) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The University of Melbourne

    Epigenetic Control of Gene Expression

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Environment, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Medical Science and Research, Pharmacology, Oncology, Pharmacotherapy, Biology, Nutrition and Diet

    4.8 stars, 850 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (850) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    Imperial College London

    Immunology: The Immune System and its Failures

    Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Hematology, Physiology, Oncology, Microbiology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Pathology, Epidemiology, Chronic Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Respiration, Geriatrics, Pulmonology, Environment, Pharmacotherapy, General Medicine, Biology, Pharmacology, Public Health

    4.8 stars, 414 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (414) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Become an EMT

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Airway Management, Trauma Care, Pharmacotherapy, Automated External Defibrillator, Medical History Documentation, Patient Communication, Child Health, Childbirth, Pediatric First Aid, Defibrillation, Clinical Assessment, Hazardous Waste Operations And Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER), Blood Pressure, Vital Signs, Respiratory Care, Neurology, Medication Administration, Cardiology, Pharmacology

    4.8 stars, 2.6K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.6K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    MedCerts

    Surgical Technology Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Operating Room (OR), Surgery, Patient Positioning, Sterilization, Sterile Procedure, Patient Preparation, Perioperative Care, Asepsis, General Surgery, Pharmacology, Medical Equipment, Infection Control, Medication Dispensation, Medical Equipment and Technology, Occupational Hygiene, Health Technology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    Lecturio

    Nursing Prerequisites: Essential Sciences for Future Nurses

    Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Pharmacology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Health Disparities, Molecular Biology, Infection Control, Infectious Diseases, Chemistry, Social Sciences, Biochemistry, Psychology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Sociology, Cultural Sensitivity, Analytical Chemistry, Immunology, Behavior Management, Biology, Decision Making, Taxonomy

    4.5 stars, 24 reviews, Intermediate, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (24) · Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Systems Biology and Biotechnology

    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 stars, 990 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (990) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    MedCerts

    Sterile Processing/Surgical Technology Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Occupational Health, Hand Hygiene, Medical Equipment, General Surgery, Personal Attributes, Pharmacology, Cultural Responsiveness, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Collaboration, Medical Equipment and Technology, Anatomy, Self-Awareness, Personal protective equipment, Physiology, Bloodborne Pathogens, Patient Education and Support, Clinical Practices, Cell Biology, Biology

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular pharmacology courses

  • Diabetes - a Global Challenge: University of Copenhagen
  • Understanding Medicines Management for Nursing Students: Sage Publications
  • Basic Principles of Cell Signaling: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • AI & Digital Transformation for Pharma & Biotech: STARWEAVER
  • Pharmacy Technician Intermediate: MedCerts
  • Epigenetic Control of Gene Expression: The University of Melbourne
  • Immunology: The Immune System and its Failures: Imperial College London
  • Become an EMT: University of Colorado System
  • Surgical Technology Basics: MedCerts
  • Nursing Prerequisites: Essential Sciences for Future Nurses: Lecturio

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