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.

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Cell Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Life Sciences, Physiology, Biochemistry, Biology, Medical Science and Research, Bioinformatics, Mathematical Modeling, Electrophysiology, Systems Analysis, Laboratory Research, Simulations, Simulation and Simulation Software
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

American Council on Exercise
Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Nutrition and Diet, Stress Management, Nutrition Education, Health And Wellness Coaching, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Preventative Care, Substance Abuse, Chronic Diseases, Meditation & Breathwork, Health Promotion, Mental Health
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Clinical Research, Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Medical Science and Research, Biomedical Technology, Pharmaceuticals, Laboratory Research, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Health Policy, Research, Biology, Biochemistry, Scientific Methods, Research Methodologies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Environmental Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Social Studies, Economics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Life Sciences, Human Development, Taxonomy, Physiology, Bioinformatics, Biology, Cell Biology, Infectious Diseases, Endocrinology, Biotechnology, Neurology, European History, Ancient History, World History, Scientific Methods
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Nanjing University
Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Biochemical Assays, Molecular Biology, Endocrinology, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biology, Life Sciences, Dialysis, Hematology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Eindhoven University of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Medical Imaging, Neurology, Physiology, Psychology, Electrophysiology, Biology, Cell Biology, Behavioral Health, Anatomy, Research
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Precision Medicine, Structural Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Fudan University
Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Pharmacology, Infectious Diseases, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacotherapy, Substance Abuse, Infection Control, Patient Safety, Epidemiology, Regulatory Compliance, Public Health and Disease Prevention
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Copenhagen
Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Anthropology, Biology, Physical Science, Microbiology, Environment, Ancient History, Environmental Science, General Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Taxonomy, Chemistry
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Public Health, Drug Development, Medical Science and Research, Pharmaceuticals, Climate Change Programs, Preventative Care, Community Health, Clinical Trials, Pre-Clinical Development, Good Manufacturing Practices, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, New Product Development, Manufacturing Standards, Manufacturing Processes
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

American Council on Exercise
Skills you'll gain: Chronic Diseases, Health And Wellness Coaching, Blood Pressure, Behavioral Health, Cardiology, Patient Evaluation, Personal Care, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Preventative Care, Mental Health, Diagnostic Tests, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Substance Abuse, Stress Management, Exercise Therapy, Nutrition and Diet, Exercise Science, Behavioral Management, Care Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months