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Patient Care Courses

Patient care courses can help you learn effective communication with patients, the basics of medical terminology, ethical considerations in healthcare, and techniques for managing patient records. You can build skills in empathy, critical thinking, and teamwork, which are vital for providing high-quality care. Many courses introduce tools like electronic health record systems and patient management software, showing how these resources enhance patient interactions and streamline care processes.

Popular Patient Care Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Michigan

    Healthy and Sustainable Foods and Products

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Design, Nutritional Assessment, Sustainable Technologies, Nutrition and Diet, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Development, Sustainable Engineering, Social Determinants Of Health, Sustainability Standards, Food and Beverage, Product Improvement, Hazard Analysis, Health Disparities, Sustainable Systems, Environment Health And Safety, Environment, Health Assessment, Public Health, Health And Safety Standards

    4.4 stars, 120 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Imperial College London

    Logistic Regression in R for Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Logistic Regression, Descriptive Statistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Model Evaluation, Statistical Methods, R Programming, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Biostatistics, Statistical Software, Predictive Analytics, Probability & Statistics, R (Software), Data Preprocessing, Public Health

    4.8 stars, 368 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (368) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Duke University

    Telehealth: Head and Neck Assessment

    Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Patient Evaluation, Health Technology, Patient Positioning, Health Assessment, Clinical Assessment, Patient Treatment, Patient Preparation, Patient Communication, Health Informatics, Telecommunications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    American Museum of Natural History

    Genetics and Society: A Course for Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Healthcare Ethics, Education and Training, General Medicine, Teaching, Life Sciences, Interactive Learning, Molecular Biology, Social Impact, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Biotechnology, Intellectual Property, Medical Privacy, Biology, Food and Beverage

    4.6 stars, 175 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (175) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Voice of the Customer (VoC): Enhancing Experiences

    Skills you'll gain: Customer experience improvement, User Feedback, Customer Service, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Engagement, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, Communication, Product Improvement, Continuous Improvement Process, Service Improvement, Data Collection, Surveys, Case Studies, Culture Transformation

    4.8 stars, 174 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Amsterdam

    Ebola: Essential Knowledge for Health Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Infection Control, Infectious Diseases, Bloodborne Pathogens, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Pathology, Patient Treatment, Immunology, Drug Development, Community Health, Clinical Trials, Diagnostic Tests, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Personal protective equipment, Clinical Assessment

    4.7 stars, 169 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (169) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of Copenhagen

    The New Nordic Diet - from Gastronomy to Health

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Cooking, Nutrition Education, Nutritional Assessment, Health Education, Food and Beverage, Preventative Care, Health Promotion, Meal Planning And Preparation, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Clinical Nutrition, Public Health, Adaptability, Community Health, Mental Concentration, Environment, Child Health, Clinical Trials

    4.6 stars, 779 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Guidance to Keep Newborn Babies Safe and Healthy

    Skills you'll gain: Infant Care, Postpartum Care, Child Health, Maternal Health, Child Development, Injury Prevention, Nutrition and Diet, Safety Standards, Accident Prevention, Patient Education And Counseling, Health And Safety Standards, Caregiving, Family Support, Stress Management

    4.8 stars, 230 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Michigan Sport-Related Concussion Training Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine, Medical Emergency, Athletic Training, Injury Prevention, Trauma Care, Safety Training, Neurology, Care Management, Long Term Care, Emergency Response, Health Care Procedure and Regulation

    4.7 stars, 1.2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (1.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    New Venture Finance: Startup Funding for Entrepreneurs

    Skills you'll gain: Closing (Sales), Entrepreneurial Finance, Entrepreneurship, Sales Presentations, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Capital Markets, Finance, Fundraising, Private Equity, Loans, Business Valuation, General Finance, Investments, Due Diligence, Equities, Financial Analysis, Presentations, Storytelling

    4.6 stars, 498 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (498) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    From Sleep Disorders to Sleep Health

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Equity, Respiration, Preventative Care, Stress Management, Human Development, Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP/BiPAP), Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, Diagnostic Tests, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Physiology, Child Health, Neurology, Geriatrics, Mindfulness

    4.5 stars, 14 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (14) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Integrative Bodywork Techniques for Practitioners

    Skills you'll gain: Manual Therapy, Patient Evaluation, Physical Therapy, Neurology, Rehabilitation, Mindfulness, Exercise Therapy, Patient Communication, Pain Management, Emotional Intelligence, Anatomy, Self-Awareness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Sensory Systems Analysis, Occupational Therapy, Exercise Science, Family Therapy, Mental Health Therapies, Intravenous Therapy, Mental Health

    4.7 stars, 9 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (9) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular patient care courses

  • Healthy and Sustainable Foods and Products: University of Michigan
  • Logistic Regression in R for Public Health: Imperial College London
  • Telehealth: Head and Neck Assessment: Duke University
  • Genetics and Society: A Course for Educators: American Museum of Natural History
  • Voice of the Customer (VoC): Enhancing Experiences: Coursera
  • Ebola: Essential Knowledge for Health Professionals: University of Amsterdam
  • The New Nordic Diet - from Gastronomy to Health: University of Copenhagen
  • Guidance to Keep Newborn Babies Safe and Healthy: University of Colorado System
  • Michigan Sport-Related Concussion Training Certification: University of Michigan
  • New Venture Finance: Startup Funding for Entrepreneurs: University of Maryland, College Park

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