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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

    Universidade Estadual de Campinas

    Cosmetologia: Prática de Manipulação de Cosméticos

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmaceuticals, Preventative Care, Pharmacology, Chemistry, Biochemistry

    ★ 4.8 (223) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • N

    Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

    Introduction to Forensic Science

    Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Chemistry, Investigation, Biochemistry, Laboratory Testing, Laboratory Research, Pharmacology, Science and Research, Laboratory Procedures, Molecular Biology

    ★ 4.9 (2.8K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    Animal Welfare in the Clinic

    Skills you'll gain: Anesthesiology, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, Pre-Anesthetic Assessment, Pain Management, Patient Preparation, Patient Education and Support, Stress Management, Preventative Care, Perioperative Care, Operating Room (OR), Clinical Practices, Behavioral Management, Patient Observation, Behavior Management, Positive Behavior Support, Long Term Care, Pharmacology

    ★ 5 (46) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

    Antimicrobial resistance - theory and methods

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Testing, Quality Assurance, Infection Control, Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Diagnostic Tests, Bioinformatics, Medical Laboratory, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Pharmacology, Health Policy, Molecular Biology

    ★ 4.7 (2.6K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Aromatherapy: Clinical Use of Essential Oils

    Skills you'll gain: Contraindication, Pain Management, Nursing Practices, Nurse Education, Clinical Practices, Safety Standards, Patient Safety, Pharmacology, Personal Care, Program Standards, Stress Management, Regulatory Compliance, Science and Research

    ★ 4.9 (507) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • L

    Lecturio

    Chemistry

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Analytical Chemistry, Microbiology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Geneva

    Precision Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Data Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Pharmacology, Health Informatics, Bioinformatics, Clinical Research, Biomedical Technology, Primary Care, Biotechnology, Clinical Research Ethics, General Medicine, Oncology, Pharmaceuticals, Health Policy, Pharmacotherapy, Molecular Biology, Diagnostic Tests, Patient Education And Counseling

    ★ 4.5 (419) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • N

    Novartis

    Targets, Assays & Screening

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Development, Pharmaceuticals, Pre-Clinical Development, Pharmacology, Biochemical Assays, Laboratory Research, Biochemistry, Verification And Validation, Chemistry, Molecular Biology

    ★ 4.9 (39) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    中医药与中华传统文化

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Health Care, Medical Science and Research, Medical Practices and Procedures, General Medicine, Ancient History, Physiology, Liberal Arts

    ★ 4.6 (225) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    McMaster University

    DNA Decoded

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Life Sciences, Pharmacology, Medical Science and Research, Biotechnology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biochemistry, Laboratory Techniques, Healthcare Ethics, Analysis

    ★ 4.8 (1.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    Stanford University

    Antibiotic Stewardship

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Infection Control, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Prescription, Medication Therapy Management, Utilization Management, Hospital Medicine, Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Clinical Practices, Patient Evaluation, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Diagnostic Tests, Long Term Care

    ★ 4.7 (798) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Farmacología para odontólogos

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Interaction, Pharmacology, Oral and Dental Care, Pharmacotherapy, Dentistry, Dental Care, Contraindication, Medication Therapy Management, Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Oral Health, Pain Management

    ★ 4.8 (1K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular pharmacology courses

  • Cosmetologia: Prática de Manipulação de Cosméticos: Universidade Estadual de Campinas
  • Introduction to Forensic Science: Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
  • Animal Welfare in the Clinic: The University of Edinburgh
  • Antimicrobial resistance - theory and methods: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
  • Aromatherapy: Clinical Use of Essential Oils: University of Minnesota
  • Chemistry: Lecturio
  • Precision Medicine: University of Geneva
  • Targets, Assays & Screening: Novartis
  • 中医药与中华传统文化: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • DNA Decoded: McMaster University

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