Patient safety courses can help you learn risk assessment, incident reporting, root cause analysis, and effective communication strategies. You can build skills in developing safety protocols, conducting safety audits, and implementing quality improvement initiatives. Many courses introduce tools like incident management systems and safety culture assessments, that support applying these skills in healthcare settings.

Stanford University
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
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, English Language, Language Competency, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Active Listening, Communication, Education Software and Technology, Grammar, Public Speaking, Relationship Building
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Gerontology, Health Policy, Program Evaluation, Geriatrics, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Preventative Care, Prenatal Care, Epidemiology, Health Equity, Maternal Health, Health Disparities, Diagnostic Tests, Public Health, Health Education, Child Health, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Laboratory Testing, Primary Care, Healthcare Ethics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Cyber Governance, Incident Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Safety Culture, Cyber Risk, Security Awareness, Event Monitoring, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Attacks, Dashboard, Threat Management, Security Management, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Mobile Security, Corporate Communications, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Operations
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Electronic Components, Chemistry, Electrical Safety, Energy and Utilities, Sustainable Technologies, Reliability, Manufacturing and Production, Manufacturing Processes
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Cape Town
Skills you'll gain: Informed Consent, Healthcare Ethics, Scientific Methods, Intensive Care Medicine, Diagnostic Tests, Diversity Awareness, Dignity in Care, Cultural Diversity, Patient Education and Support, Critical Care, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Sensitivity, Patient Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Emory University
Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Testing, Specimen Processing, Epidemiology, Infection Control, Laboratory Procedures, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Healthcare Ethics, Emergency Response, Health Policy, Patient Evaluation, Health Systems, Medical Science and Research, International Relations, Public Safety and National Security, Direct Patient Care, Personal protective equipment, Clinical Practices, Drug Development
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: Emergency Response, Mitigation, Safety and Security, Health Disparities, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Risk Management, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Health, Media and Communications, Public Health, Risk Analysis, Vulnerability, Community Outreach, Persuasive Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Postpartum Care, Child Health, Infant Care, Patient Evaluation, Maternal Health, Basic Nursing Skills, Health Assessment, Clinical Assessment, Family Support, Parent Communication, Child Development, Preventative Care, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Diversity Awareness, Mental Health, Relationship Building
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Utrecht University
Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Clinical Practices, General Medicine, Clinical Research, Medical Science and Research, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Trials, Public Health, Patient Treatment, Predictive Modeling
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Health Policy, Governance, Health Systems, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, International Finance, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Safety and National Security, Philanthropy, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universitat de Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Safety Assurance, Mathematical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Simulation and Simulation Software, Telecommunications, Risk Control, Communication Systems, Decision Support Systems
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months