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    Pearson

    Human Lifespan Development

    Skills you'll gain: Childbirth, Human Development, Maternal Health, Child Health, Gerontology, Prenatal Care, Childhood Education and Development, Child Development, Human Learning, Developmental Disabilities, Psychology, Infant Care, Geriatrics, Formal Learning, Postpartum Care, Relationship Building, Higher Education, Learning Theory, Education and Training, Adult Education

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Living with Dementia: Impact on Individuals, Caregivers, Communities and Societies

    Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Long Term Care, Caregiving, Psychosocial Assessments, Geriatrics, Home Health Care and Assisted Living, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Development, Patient-centered Care, Treatment Planning, Stress Management, Neurology, Health Policy, Mental and Behavioral Health, Physiology, Pathology

    4.8 stars, 322 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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    Pearson

    Aging and Family Structures

    Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Sociology, Demography, Socioeconomics, Culture, Human Development, Cultural Diversity, Child Development, Trend Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • M

    MedCerts

    Mental Health Care Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Medical Privacy, Emotional Intelligence, Professionalism, Child Development, Diversity Awareness, Patient-centered Care, Human Development, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Composure, Gerontology, Psychiatry, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Relationship Building, Healthcare Ethics, Mental Health Therapies, Psychotherapy, Clinical Psychology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health

    4.8 stars, 1K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Toronto

    Knowledge and Skills for Dementia Care: the SSLD Approach

    Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Long Term Care, Geriatrics, Caregiving, Nursing Homes, Dignity in Care, Home Health Care, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychosocial Assessments, Substance Abuse, Behavioral Management, Patient-centered Care, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Responsiveness, Informed Consent, Behavior Management, Needs Assessment

    4.6 stars, 132 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    A Public Health Approach to Hearing Loss and Aging

    Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Health Disparities, Epidemiology, Community Health, Geriatrics, Policy Analysis, Health Care, Medical Science and Research, Health Systems, Communication Disorders

    4.7 stars, 16 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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  • U

    University of Copenhagen

    Business Models for Innovative Care for Older People

    Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Competitive Analysis, Design Thinking, Demography, Innovation, Rehabilitation, Intellectual Property, Health Technology, Chronic Diseases, Health Systems, Geriatrics, Health Care, Business Architecture, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Value-Based Care, Value Propositions, Preventative Care, Health Policy, Business Strategies, Project Management

    4.5 stars, 232 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (232) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Alberta

    Dino 101: Dinosaur Paleobiology

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Physical Science, Life Sciences, Taxonomy, Environment, Scientific Methods, Research, Timelines, Environmental Science

    4.9 stars, 3.9K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (3.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
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  • T

    The State University of New York

    Foundations for Assisting in Home Care

    Skills you'll gain: Developmental Disabilities, Home Health Care, Home Health Care and Assisted Living, Nutrition and Diet, Geriatrics, Cultural Diversity, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Nutrition Education, Patient Assistance, Caregiving, Working With Children, Meal Planning And Preparation, Cultural Sensitivity, Child Health, Disabilities, Patient Communication, Diversity Awareness, Basic Patient Care, Mental and Behavioral Health, Pediatrics

    4.8 stars, 681 reviews, Mixed, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (681) · Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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  • U

    University of Cambridge

    Introduction to Cognitive Psychology and Neuropsychology

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Human Learning, Psychology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Medical Imaging, Neurology, Research Methodologies, Research, Human Development, Learning Theory, Research Design, Electrophysiology, Physiology

    4.6 stars, 111 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (111) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • C

    Coursera

    Psychology in the Age of GenAI: The Human Mind and Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy, ChatGPT, Active Listening, Data Ethics, Decision Making, Stress Management, Mindfulness, Consumer Behaviour, Responsible AI, Emotional Intelligence, Goal Setting, Prompt Engineering, Health And Wellness Coaching, Human Computer Interaction, Artificial Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Data Analysis, Communication, Psychology, Generative AI

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • I

    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Responsible Medication Prescribing for Older Adults

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Interaction, Medication Therapy Management, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Prescription, Geriatrics, Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Hospital Medicine, Patient Discharges, Care Management, Care Coordination, Patient Safety, Pharmacy

    4.8 stars, 49 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (49) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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Best free Gerontology courses

High-quality free Gerontology courses you can start today.

  1. 1
    Knowledge and Skills for Dementia Care: the SSLD Approach
    University of TorontoBeginner1 - 3 Months4.6(132)Free
  2. 2
    Business Models for Innovative Care for Older People
    University of CopenhagenIntermediate1 - 3 Months4.5(232)Free
  3. 3
    Dino 101: Dinosaur Paleobiology
    University of AlbertaBeginner1 - 3 Months4.9(3,927)Free

Best Gerontology courses from Pearson

Top-rated Gerontology courses offered by Pearson on Coursera.

  1. 1
    Human Lifespan Development
    PearsonIntermediate1 - 3 Months4.5(4)Pearson
  2. 2
    Aging and Family Structures
    PearsonBeginner1 - 4 WeeksPearson

Best Gerontology certificate programs

Earn a certificate in Gerontology from top universities and companies.

  1. 1
    Mental Health Care Fundamentals
    MedCertsBeginner1 - 3 Months4.8(1,042)Specialization
  2. 2
    Psychology in the Age of GenAI: The Human Mind and Behavior
    CourseraBeginner3 - 6 Months5.0(5)Specialization

Best Gerontology courses for beginners

Top-rated beginner-friendly Gerontology courses with no prerequisites.

  1. 1
    Living with Dementia: Impact on Individuals, Caregivers, Communities and Societies
    Johns Hopkins UniversityBeginner1 - 3 Months4.8(322)No prerequisites
  2. 2
    A Public Health Approach to Hearing Loss and Aging
    Johns Hopkins UniversityBeginner1 - 4 Weeks4.7(16)No prerequisites

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