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Life Science Courses

Life science courses can help you learn cellular biology, genetics, microbiology, and human anatomy. You can build skills in laboratory techniques, data analysis, and critical thinking through experiments and research projects. Many courses introduce tools like laboratory equipment, bioinformatics software, and statistical analysis programs, that support conducting experiments and interpreting scientific data.

Popular Life Science Courses and Certifications


  • R

    Rice University

    Anatomy & Physiology: Exchange and Energy

    Skills you'll gain: Pulmonology, Respiration, Respiratory Therapy, Anatomy, Respiratory Care, Physiology, Pathology, Swallowing Disorders

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    Python 3 from Beginner to Expert - Learn Python from Scratch

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, Object Oriented Design, JSON, Program Development, Data Structures, Code Reusability, Python Programming, Microsoft Visual Studio, Development Environment, Scripting, Maintainability, Integrated Development Environments, Package and Software Management, Authorization (Computing), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Web Scraping, Application Programming Interface (API)

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • F

    Fractal Analytics

    Unlocking AI and ML : Your Path to Smart Business Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative Model Architectures, Data Preprocessing, AI literacy, Business Intelligence, Data Quality, Analytics, Data Analysis, Business Ethics, Business Analytics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Data Science, Python Programming, Predictive Modeling, Unsupervised Learning

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

    Category: Preview
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  • P

    Pragmatic AI Labs

    GitHub: From Zero to Pull Request

    Skills you'll gain: Model Context Protocol, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Open Source Technology, CI/CD, Continuous Integration, Version Control, Generative AI Agents, Agentic Workflows, AI Workflows, Agentic systems, Tool Calling, Code Review, Issue Tracking, Software Documentation

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    Institut Mines-Télécom

    Ressources minérales et transition

    Skills you'll gain: Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Design, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Environment, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainable Technologies, Political Sciences, Land Management, Waste Minimization, Energy and Utilities, Pollution Prevention, Governance, Resource Management, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Economics

    ★ 4.2 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • S

    Skillshare

    3D Animation in Unreal Engine: Create an Original Character

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Animation and Game Design, Animations, 3D Assets, Visual Storytelling, User Interface (UI), Creative Design, Software Installation

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Compromiso del paciente: resultados clínicos satisfactorios

    Skills you'll gain: Patient-centered Care, Clinical Leadership, Patient Safety, Healthcare Ethics, Patient Communication, Care Management, Medical Management, Clinical Practices, Preventative Care, Clinical Experience, Care Coordination, Health Education, Education Software and Technology, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Health Disparities, Professionalism, Nutrition and Diet, Science and Research, Clinical Research, Medical Science and Research

    ★ 4.6 (75) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • W

    Whizlabs

    Data Governance with Databricks

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Access, Metadata Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Data Cleansing, Databricks, Data Management, Data Pipelines, Data Lakes, Amazon Web Services, Amazon Redshift, Data Security, Data Warehousing, Data Quality, Data Capture, Fraud detection

    ★ 3.5 (12) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • S

    Stanford University

    Transitions in Care from Survivorship to Hospice

    Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Patient Communication, Patient Education and Support, Care Management, Psychosocial Assessments, Oncology, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Care Coordination, Dignity in Care, Family Support, Treatment Planning, Chronic Diseases

    ★ 4.6 (28) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Javascript for Beginners: Primitive Data Types

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Programming Principles, Computational Logic, Computer Programming, Web Development, Application Development

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Mecánica de materiales

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, Mechanics, Materials science, Torque (Physics), Failure Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Safety Assurance, Applied Mathematics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Washington

    Project Management Quickstart

    Skills you'll gain: Work Breakdown Structure, Agile Project Management, Agile Methodology, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Documentation, Project Scoping, Stakeholder Communications, Team Performance Management, People Management, Project Planning, Dependency Analysis, Communication Planning

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

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

  • Anatomy & Physiology: Exchange and Energy: Rice University
  • Python 3 from Beginner to Expert - Learn Python from Scratch: Packt
  • Unlocking AI and ML : Your Path to Smart Business Solutions: Fractal Analytics
  • GitHub: From Zero to Pull Request: Pragmatic AI Labs
  • Ressources minérales et transition: Institut Mines-Télécom
  • 3D Animation in Unreal Engine: Create an Original Character: Skillshare
  • Compromiso del paciente: resultados clínicos satisfactorios: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Data Governance with Databricks: Whizlabs
  • Transitions in Care from Survivorship to Hospice: Stanford University
  • Javascript for Beginners: Primitive Data Types: Coursera

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