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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.

Popular Patient Care Courses and Certifications


  • A

    American Council on Exercise

    Coaching and Training Women

    Skills you'll gain: Health And Wellness Coaching, Kinesiology, Coaching, Exercise Science, Motivational Interviewing, Patient Education And Counseling, Empowerment, Human Musculoskeletal System, Physiology, Mental Health, Diversity Awareness, Empathy, Anatomy, Endocrinology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Michigan

    The Influence of Social Context on Health

    Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Policy, Public Health, Socioeconomics, Community Health, Health Systems, Behavioral Health, Social Studies, Mental and Behavioral Health, Occupational Health, Psychology, Environmental Issue

    4.9 stars, 11 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Healthcare Project Management: Fundamentals to Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Project Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Project Scoping, Project Closure, Goal Setting, Work Breakdown Structure, Change Control, Project Planning, Smart Goals, Project Management, Project Implementation, Clinical Leadership, Program Evaluation, Stakeholder Management, Communication Planning, Change Management, Risk Management, Operational Efficiency, Scheduling, Budgeting

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Movement Strategies for Menopause Health

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Exercise Therapy, Stress Management, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation, Geriatrics, Human Musculoskeletal System, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Gynecology, Athletic Training, Clinical Assessment, Urology, Health Assessment, Mental Health Therapies

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Regulatory Landscape of Alternative Investments

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Industry Regulatory Authorities, Asset Management, Financial Regulations, Financial Regulation, Securities (Finance), Investments, Investment Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Private Equity, Real Estate, Financial Services, Regulatory Requirements, Capital Markets, Property and Real Estate, Due Diligence, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Case Studies

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The George Washington University

    Vaccine Law and Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Development, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Health Equity, Informed Consent, Pharmaceuticals, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Healthcare Ethics, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Disparities, Regulatory Compliance, Public Health, Health Policy, Personal Injury Law, Advocacy, Policy Analysis, Intellectual Property, Infectious Diseases, Patient Education And Counseling, Public Affairs, Emergency Response

    4.3 stars, 8 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (8) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Nursing Informatics Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Leadership, Nursing Management, Nursing Administration, Health Informatics, Nursing, Health Care Administration, Clinical Informatics, Informatics, Nurse Education, Health Technology

    4.5 stars, 57 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (57) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    Privacy & Standardisation Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Information Privacy, Medical Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Legal Writing, Legal Research, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Numerical Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Massage Therapy Treatment for Frozen Shoulder

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Positioning, Patient Education And Counseling, Contraindication, Patient Education and Support, Rehabilitation, Exercise Therapy, Pain Management, Physical Therapy, Mobility Assistance, Orthopedics, Medication Therapy Management, Patient Treatment, Athletic Training, Anatomy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Yoga Methods for Functional Well-Being

    Skills you'll gain: Meditation & Breathwork, Physical Therapy, Stress Management, Exercise Therapy, Mobility Assistance, Athletic Training, Rehabilitation, Kinesiology, Pain Management, Adaptability, Adaptive Equipment, Mental Health Therapies

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SkillUp

    HIPAA Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Incident Management, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Philanthropy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Amsterdam

    The Social Dimensions of Antimicrobial Resistance

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Surveys, Social Determinants Of Health, Scientific Methods, Social Impact, Socioeconomics, Infectious Diseases, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Community Health, Health Systems, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Behavior Management, Public Health, Health Policy, Governance, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Medical Science and Research, Microbiology, Policy Development

    4.6 stars, 9 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular patient care courses

  • Coaching and Training Women: American Council on Exercise
  • The Influence of Social Context on Health: University of Michigan
  • Healthcare Project Management: Fundamentals to Practice: Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • Movement Strategies for Menopause Health: Niel Asher Education
  • Regulatory Landscape of Alternative Investments: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Vaccine Law and Policy: The George Washington University
  • Nursing Informatics Leaders: University of Minnesota
  • Privacy & Standardisation Capstone: 28DIGITAL
  • Massage Therapy Treatment for Frozen Shoulder: Niel Asher Education
  • Yoga Methods for Functional Well-Being: Niel Asher Education

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