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.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Skills you'll gain: Infection Control, Bloodborne Pathogens, Nursing Homes, Equipment decontamination, Sanitation, Hand Hygiene, Infectious Diseases, Personal protective equipment, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Preventative Care
Mixed · 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

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Healthcare Ethics, Preventative Care, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Policy, Political Sciences, Socioeconomics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Diagnostic Tests
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Health Education, Patient Education And Counseling, Community Health, Education and Training, Social and Human Services, Parent Communication, Health Promotion, Advocacy, Family Support, Media and Communications, Community Development, Working With Children, Human Development, Childhood Education and Development, Child Development
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Pharmacy Operations, Pharmaceuticals, Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Healthcare Ethics, Medication Dispensation, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Pharmacotherapy, Clinical Pharmacy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Infectious Diseases, Life Support, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Emergency Response, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Bloodborne Pathogens, Public Health, Information Privacy
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Clinical Monitoring, Sample Size Determination, Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Statistical Reporting, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Patient Safety, Bayesian Statistics, Data Presentation, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Museum of Modern Art
Skills you'll gain: Compassion, Self-Awareness, Mindfulness, Positivity, Creativity, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Empathy, Resilience, Empowerment, Curiosity, Liberal Arts, Stress Management, Creative Thinking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Novartis
Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Patient Safety, Pharmacology, Drug Development, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Pharmaceuticals, Risk Management, Risk Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Security Awareness, Healthcare Ethics, Responsible AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cybersecurity, Diversity Awareness, Generative AI, Information Systems Security, Artificial Intelligence, Diversity Training, Computer Science, Diversity Programs, digital literacy, Medical Privacy, Information Privacy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Impact, AI Personalization, Media and Communications
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Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Psychiatry, Mental and Behavioral Health, Pharmacology, Pharmacotherapy, Life Sciences, Neurology, Developmental Disabilities, Psychology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Human Development, Precision Medicine, Disabilities, Child Development, Maternal Health, Nutrition and Diet, Pre-Clinical Development, Molecular Biology, Emerging Technologies, Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Psychosocial Assessments, Patient Evaluation, Interpersonal Communications, Psychotherapy, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Therapies, Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, Rapport Building, Mental Health Counseling, Conflict Management, Interactive Learning, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Case Studies, Stress Management, Mental Health, Clinical Practices
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months