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Population Health Courses

Population health courses can help you learn epidemiology, health policy, social determinants of health, and data analysis techniques. You can build skills in assessing community health needs, designing interventions, and evaluating health outcomes. Many courses introduce tools such as statistical software for data analysis, GIS for mapping health trends, and health informatics systems that support decision-making in public health initiatives.

Popular Population Health Courses and Certifications


  • T

    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Psychology of Popularity

    Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Psychology, Social Impact, Social Sciences, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Sociology, Child Development, Biology, Scientific Methods, Research

    4.7 stars, 1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Data Management for Clinical Research

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Data Management, Data Capture, Electronic Data Capture (EDC), Clinical Research, Data Management, Data Collection, Data Sharing, Data Strategy, Data Quality, Data Storage, Regulatory Compliance

    4.7 stars, 1.9K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Understanding Psychosis

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Psychiatry, Community Mental Health Services, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Social Determinants Of Health, Mental Health Therapies, Clinical Psychology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Trauma Care, Rapport Building, Psychotherapy, Mental Health, Pharmacotherapy, Driving engagement, Research

    4.6 stars, 22 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (22) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Infectious Disease Transmission Models for Decision-Makers

    Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Public Health, Infection Control, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Policy Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Case Studies, Biostatistics, Predictive Modeling, Decision Intelligence, Decision Support Systems, Vulnerability

    4.7 stars, 643 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (643) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • E

    Emory University

    Weight Management: Beyond Balancing Calories

    Skills you'll gain: Habit Formation, Nutrition and Diet, Physiology, Stress Management, Behavior Management, Biology, Goal Setting, Endocrinology, Mindfulness, Exercise Science

    4.7 stars, 1.3K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • M

    MedCerts

    Medical Billing and Coding Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Revenue Cycle Management, Medical Billing, Medical Billing and Coding, Electronic Medical Record System, Medical Coding, Medical History Documentation, Medical Records, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Electronic Medical Record, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Information Management and Medical Records, CPT Coding, Medical Office Procedures, Medical Privacy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Patient Registration, Health Information Management, Managed Care, Payment Processing

    4.7 stars, 650 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (650) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Florida

    The Horse Course: Introduction to Basic Care and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutritional Assessment, Preventative Care, Behavior Management, Anatomy, Vital Signs, Physiology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Infectious Diseases, First Aid, Ancient History

    4.9 stars, 997 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (997) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Toronto

    Bioinformatic Methods I

    Skills you'll gain: Informatics, Life Sciences, Data Analysis, Microbiology, Analysis

    4.7 stars, 1.8K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Alberta

    Paleontology: Ancient Marine Reptiles

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Ancient History, Life Sciences, Environment, Taxonomy

    4.9 stars, 1.3K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (1.3K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • Y

    Yale University

    Overcoming Dyslexia

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Language Disorders, Communication Disorders, School Psychology, Differentiated Instruction, School Counseling, Special Education, Developmental Disabilities, Literacy, Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Diagnostic Tests, Working With Children, Psychological Evaluations, Overcoming Obstacles, Student Support and Services, Education Software and Technology, Resilience, Empowerment, Learning Strategies, Academic Advising

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

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

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  • P

    Pearson

    Introduction to Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Scientific Methods, Environment, Bioinformatics, Physiology, Medical Science and Research, Biology, Chemistry, Anatomy, Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Issue, Respiration, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Family Planning, Patient Education And Counseling

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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  • Y

    Yale University

    Anatomy of the Chest, Neck, Abdomen, and Pelvis

    Skills you'll gain: Cardiology, Anatomy, Gynecology, Urology, Respiration, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Surgery, Medical Terminology, Surgery

    4.8 stars, 1.9K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.9K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Psychology of Popularity: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • Data Management for Clinical Research: Vanderbilt University
  • Understanding Psychosis: University of Michigan
  • Infectious Disease Transmission Models for Decision-Makers: Johns Hopkins University
  • Weight Management: Beyond Balancing Calories: Emory University
  • Medical Billing and Coding Essentials: MedCerts
  • The Horse Course: Introduction to Basic Care and Management: University of Florida
  • Bioinformatic Methods I: University of Toronto
  • Paleontology: Ancient Marine Reptiles: University of Alberta
  • Overcoming Dyslexia: Yale University

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