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Patient Safety Courses

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.

Popular Patient Safety Courses and Certifications


  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Advanced Study of Protection Schemes and Switchgear

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Substation, Electric Power Systems, High Voltage, Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Safety, Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Automation Engineering, Artificial Neural Networks

    ★ 4.5 (35) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Starweaver

    Factory Automation: Shaping the Future of Manufacturing

    Skills you'll gain: Automation Engineering, Manufacturing and Production, Automation, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Processes, Production Line, Production Process, Workforce Development, Machine Controls, Robotics, Safety Standards, Safety Assurance, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainable Technologies

    ★ 4.6 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Human Capital: Foundations and Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Human Capital, Human Resources, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resource Management, HR Tech, People Analytics, Employee Engagement, Workforce Development, Compensation Management, Compensation and Benefits, Occupational Safety And Health, Legal Risk, Labor Law, Organizational Leadership, Health And Safety Standards, Communication Strategies

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

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    A New Communication Framework for Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Compassion, Patient-centered Care, Empathy, Dignity in Care, Interpersonal Communications, Active Listening, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness

    ★ 5 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    Telehealth: Interprofessional Team-Based Care

    Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Teamwork, Patient Communication, Collaboration, Health Technology, Health Care, Patient Coordination, Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Patient Treatment, Patient Flow, Primary Care, Health Systems, Health Equity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Immersify

    Inside the Human Body: The A&P Essentials Every Nurse Needs

    Skills you'll gain: Respiratory Care, Respiration, Nursing Process, Cardiology, Pulmonology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Medical Terminology, Health Assessment, Nursing, Nursing Care, Nursing and Patient Care, Physiology, Health Care, Psychosocial Assessments, Public Health, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Medical Surgical Nursing, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Infection Control, Emergency Response

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

  • U

    Universitat de Barcelona

    Atención prehospitalaria del ictus agudo y selección de pacientes para tratamiento endovascular con la escala RACE

    Skills you'll gain: Acute Care, Primary Care, Emergency Departments, Emergency Medical Services, Neurology, Medical Emergency, Health Assessment, Patient Evaluation, Care Coordination, Intravenous Therapy, Clinical Assessment, Patient Treatment

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

  • U

    University of Toronto

    Inclusive Analytic Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Collection, Quantitative Research, Qualitative Research, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Analytical Skills, Statistical Methods, Analytics, Regression Analysis, Research, Diversity Awareness, Focus Group, Correlation Analysis, Diversity and Inclusion, Research Methodologies, Business Analytics, Data Synthesis, Statistical Inference, Stakeholder Analysis

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

  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Managing Conflicts with Cultural and Emotional Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Influencing, Leadership, Team Collaboration, Cultural Sensitivity, Communication, Safety Culture, Decision Making, Process Analysis

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

  • U

    Universiteit Leiden

    Mind of the Universe - Genetic Privacy: should we be concerned?

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Healthcare Ethics, Health Policy, Medical Privacy, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Culture, Clinical Research Ethics, Informed Consent, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Biotechnology, Biomedical Technology

    ★ 4.1 (16) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Wilderness First Aid - Environmental Emergencies

    Skills you'll gain: Sanitation, Cleanliness, First Aid, Food Safety and Sanitation, Environment Health And Safety, Medical Emergency, Hand Hygiene, Emergency Response, Infection Control, Vital Signs, Accident Prevention, Injury Prevention, Life Support, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Decision Making, Airway Management, Patient Treatment, Patient Evaluation, Clinical Assessment

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

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Service Transformed: Lessons in U.S. Veteran Centered Care

    Skills you'll gain: Trauma Care, Triage, Health Disparities, Patient-centered Care, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Patient Evaluation, Intercultural Competence, Psychiatric Assessments, Diversity Awareness, Patient Communication, Health Equity, Care Coordination, Cultural Sensitivity, Healthcare Ethics, Social Determinants Of Health, Mental Health, Team Collaboration, Health Policy

    ★ 4.1 (17) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular patient safety courses

  • Advanced Study of Protection Schemes and Switchgear: L&T EduTech
  • Factory Automation: Shaping the Future of Manufacturing : Starweaver
  • Human Capital: Foundations and Essentials: University of Michigan
  • A New Communication Framework for Healthcare: University of California San Diego
  • Telehealth: Interprofessional Team-Based Care: Duke University
  • Inside the Human Body: The A&P Essentials Every Nurse Needs: Immersify
  • Atención prehospitalaria del ictus agudo y selección de pacientes para tratamiento endovascular con la escala RACE: Universitat de Barcelona
  • Inclusive Analytic Techniques: University of Toronto
  • Managing Conflicts with Cultural and Emotional Intelligence: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Mind of the Universe - Genetic Privacy: should we be concerned?: Universiteit Leiden

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