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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

    University of Minnesota

    Genetic Underpinnings of Synaptic Disease

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Pharmacotherapy, Clinical Pharmacy, Molecular Biology, Substance Abuse, Mental and Behavioral Health, Neurology, Physiology, Psychology, Biochemistry, Biology, Developmental Disabilities, Science and Research

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    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

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Farmacovigilancia ocular

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Interaction, Pharmacology, Medication Therapy Management, Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmacotherapy, Patient Safety, Patient Evaluation, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Monitoring, Medical Devices, Immunology, Health Technology, Risk Analysis, Clinical Assessment, Anatomy

    4.9 stars, 365 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
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  • N

    Novartis

    Lead Selection & Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Development, Pharmacology, Pharmaceuticals, Pre-Clinical Development, Pharmacotherapy, Biochemical Assays, Clinical Research, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Laboratory Research, Infectious Diseases

    4.9 stars, 33 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Pillar #2: Drug Utilization - Drivers and Consequences

    Skills you'll gain: Medication Therapy Management, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmacology, Medical Prescription, Patient Education And Counseling, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Pharmacy, Patient Education and Support, Drug Development, Value-Based Care, Utilization Management, Health Policy, Clinical Research, Patient Safety, Research Design, Epidemiology

    4.4 stars, 10 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (10) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Cape Town

    Introduction to Small Molecule Drug Discovery & Development

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Clinical Data Management, Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Research Ethics, Pre-Clinical Development, Infectious Diseases, Patient-centered Care, Medical Science and Research, Chemistry, Informed Consent, Microbiology

    4.8 stars, 114 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Preventative Healthcare for the Newborn Baby

    Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Postpartum Care, Infant Care, Pediatrics, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Assessment, Endocrinology, Pharmacology, Clinical Monitoring, Cardiology, Diagnostic Tests, Laboratory Testing, Hematology, Communication Disorders, Infectious Diseases

    4.8 stars, 633 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (633) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    The Neurotransmitters of the Mind – Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Prescription, Clinical Pharmacy, Substance Abuse, Sensory Systems Analysis, Neurology, Life Sciences, Physiology, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Research, Laboratory Research, Biology, Science and Research

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Everyday Chinese Medicine 2

    Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Diagnostic Tests, Health Systems, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Patient Education And Counseling, Health Promotion, Public Health, General Medicine, Vital Signs, Pharmacology, Clinical Practices, Pathology, Nutrition and Diet, Treatment Planning, Patient Treatment, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Practices and Procedures, Patient Observation, Clinical Assessment, Clinical Nutrition

    4.8 stars, 236 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (236) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    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, Clinical Laboratory Science, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Pharmacology, Health Policy, Molecular Biology

    4.7 stars, 2.6K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders

    Skills you'll gain: Psychiatry, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health Therapies, Mental Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Substance Abuse, Public Health, Psychology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Policy, Neurology, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Science and Research, Epidemiology, Research, Pharmacology, Personal Development

    4.7 stars, 167 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Anticoagulación

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Contraindication, Pharmacotherapy, Drug Interaction, Medication Therapy Management, Medication Administration, Perioperative Care, Oncology, Hematology, Pulmonology, Patient Evaluation, Treatment Planning, Patient Treatment, Clinical Practices, Chronic Diseases, Cardiac Dysrhythmia, Laboratory Testing, Risk Analysis

    4.9 stars, 100 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (100) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Genetic Underpinnings of Synaptic Disease: University of Minnesota
  • Chemistry: Lecturio
  • Farmacovigilancia ocular: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Lead Selection & Optimization: Novartis
  • Pillar #2: Drug Utilization - Drivers and Consequences: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to Small Molecule Drug Discovery & Development: University of Cape Town
  • Preventative Healthcare for the Newborn Baby: University of Colorado System
  • The Neurotransmitters of the Mind – Part 2: University of Minnesota
  • Everyday Chinese Medicine 2: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Antimicrobial resistance - theory and methods: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

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