Brain courses can help you learn how neural systems process information, support behavior, and interact with the body. You can build skills in understanding brain structure, basic neuroscience concepts, cognitive functions, and research methods used to study neural activity. Many courses introduce tools such as imaging overviews, data interpretation frameworks, and scientific models that support learning about how the brain works.

University of Glasgow
Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Biomedical Technology, Anatomy, Scientific Visualization, 3D Assets, Healthcare Ethics, Image Analysis, Virtual Reality, Medical Imaging, Data Visualization, Medical Terminology, Animations, Disabilities, Medical Science and Research, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Visual Design, Augmented Reality, Virtual Environment, Simulations
★ 4.6 (533) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Agentic systems, Computational Thinking, Computer Vision, Game Theory, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Probability Distribution, Decision Intelligence, Behavioral Economics, Convolutional Neural Networks, Logical Reasoning, Algorithms, Human Development, Analytical Skills, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, AI literacy, Theoretical Computer Science, Psychology
★ 4.4 (370) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cell Biology, Physiology, Anatomy, Medical Terminology, Biology, Health Systems, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Life Sciences, Health Assessment, Basic Patient Care
★ 4.9 (38) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Journals, Organizational Skills, Document Management, Information Architecture, Content Management, System Configuration
★ 3.1 (28) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Supervised Learning, Embeddings, Applied Machine Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Text Mining, Statistical Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Logistic Regression, Feature Engineering, Probability & Statistics
★ 4.6 (4.6K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Medical History Documentation, Medical Terminology, Electronic Medical Record System, Medical Records, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Neurology, Gynecology, Diagnostic Tests, Anatomy, Psychiatry
★ 4.9 (186) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Endocrinology, Neurology, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Pathology, Medical Practices and Procedures, Medical Records, Sensory Systems Analysis, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Anatomy, General Medicine, Physiology
★ 4.9 (21) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Physiology, Anatomy, Neurology, Experimentation, Chemistry, Research Methodologies
★ 4.9 (14) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Decisiveness, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Behavioral Economics, Problem Solving, Leadership Development, Analysis, Goal Setting, Strategic Leadership, Growth Mindedness, Business Strategy, Overcoming Obstacles, Mitigation
★ 4.8 (209) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Pulmonology, Respiration, Anatomy, Endocrinology, Cardiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Nephrology, Hemodynamics, Biology, Vital Signs, Electrophysiology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Blood Pressure, Cell Biology, Neurology
★ 4.8 (5.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Image Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Network Analysis, Medical Imaging, Regression Analysis, Psychology, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Neurology, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Statistical Inference, Dimensionality Reduction, Model Evaluation
★ 4.7 (249) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Medical Imaging, Image Analysis, Data Manipulation, R (Software), Neurology, R Programming, Radiology, Image Quality, Data Processing, Scientific Visualization, Data Preprocessing, Data Transformation, Histogram, Data Import/Export, File Management, Package and Software Management, Software Installation
★ 4.6 (315) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks