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  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Vital Signs: Understanding What the Body Is Telling Us

    Skills you'll gain: Vital Signs, Blood Pressure, Respiration, Respiratory Care, Pulmonology, Pain Management, Physiology, Hemodynamics, Health Assessment, Cardiology, Thermal Management, Capillary, Neurology, Anatomy, Clinical Assessment

    4.8 stars, 6.9K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (6.9K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Health Informatics

    Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Clinical Informatics, Healthcare Project Management, Health Technology, Change Control, Health Systems, Informatics, Health Policy, Health Care, Health Assessment, Medical Records, Health Care Administration, Health Information Management, Clinical Leadership, Health Administration, Decision Support Systems, Solution Design, IT Management, Electronic Medical Record System, Data Science

    4.4 stars, 1K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Job skills
    Job skills
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Epidemiology in Public Health Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Trend Analysis, Infection Control, Geographic Information Systems, Statistical Visualization, Health Policy, Data Visualization Software, Chronic Diseases, GIS Software, Geospatial Information and Technology, Infectious Diseases, Datamaps, Health Informatics, Risk Analysis, Investigation, Geospatial Mapping, Health Assessment, Statistics

    4.7 stars, 4.6K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (4.6K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Imperial College London

    Digital Health

    Skills you'll gain: Health Technology, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Telehealth, Agile Methodology, Interactive Data Visualization, Health Disparities, Health Informatics, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Systems, Electronic Medical Record System, Electronic Medical Record, Health Equity, Interoperability, Public Health, Digital Analysis, Tableau Software, Data Ethics, Digital Transformation, User Centered Design

    4.6 stars, 368 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (368) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Stanford Online

    Stanford Introduction to Food and Health

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Education, Nutrition and Diet, Cooking, Chronic Diseases, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Meal Planning And Preparation, Food and Beverage, Health Promotion, Health Informatics, Social Sciences, Habit Formation, Behavior Management, Biochemistry

    4.7 stars, 34K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (34K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Trending right now
    Trending right now
    Category: Preview
    Preview

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    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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    American Psychological Association

    Mental Health Essentials: Mood, Eating, Sleep, and Stress

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health, Mental Health Therapies, Psychological Evaluations, Behavioral Health, Clinical Psychology, Nutrition and Diet, Patient Evaluation, Culture, Cultural Sensitivity, Psychosocial Assessments, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Promotion, Immunology, Crisis Intervention, Health Education, Science and Research, Patient Treatment, Clinical Assessment

    4.8 stars, 100 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (100) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • A

    American Council on Exercise

    ACE Health Coach

    Skills you'll gain: Health And Wellness Coaching, Mindfulness, Chronic Diseases, Stress Management, Nutrition Education, Coaching, Social Determinants Of Health, Patient-centered Care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Overcoming Obstacles, Motivational Interviewing, Mental and Behavioral Health, Nutrition and Diet, Exercise Science, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Behavior-Driven Development, Client Support, Goal Setting, Smart Goals, Diversity and Inclusion

    4.4 stars, 24 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (24) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Systems Thinking In Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Health Systems, Health Policy, Public Health, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Simulations, Systems Analysis, Data Analysis Software

    4.6 stars, 1.2K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (1.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Health Information Technology Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Electronic Medical Record System, Electronic Medical Record, Medical Records, Clinical Informatics, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Health Technology, Health Informatics, Health Information Management, Clinical Documentation, Decision Support Systems, Clinical Data Management, Technical Support, End User Training and Support, Patient Registration, Technical Support and Services, Information Technology, Databases, Change Control, Desktop Support, Help Desk Support

    4.8 stars, 450 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (450) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Foundations of Global Health

    Skills you'll gain: Advocacy, Training Programs, Health Systems, Health Policy, Primary Care, Education and Training, Community Health, Smart Goals, Intercultural Competence, Sanitation, Crisis Intervention, Health Promotion, Community Development, Health Care Administration, Train The Trainer, Behavioral Health, Cultural Sensitivity, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Health Equity

    4.7 stars, 1.3K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Biostatistics in Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Biostatistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Logistic Regression, Regression Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Methods, Histogram, Box Plots, Statistical Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Data Literacy, Epidemiology, Medical Science and Research, Quantitative Research, Descriptive Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Probability Distribution, Public Health, Statistics

    4.8 stars, 2.5K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.5K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Job skills
    Job skills
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial

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Best free Health courses

High-quality free Health courses you can start today.

  1. 1
    Vital Signs: Understanding What the Body Is Telling Us
    University of PennsylvaniaMixed1 - 3 Months4.8(6,929)Free
  2. 2
    Stanford Introduction to Food and Health
    Stanford OnlineBeginner1 - 3 Months4.7(34,224)Free
  3. 3
    Systems Thinking In Public Health
    Johns Hopkins UniversityMixed1 - 4 Weeks4.6(1,193)Free

Best Health courses from Johns Hopkins University

Top-rated Health courses offered by Johns Hopkins University on Coursera.

  1. 1
    Health Informatics
    Johns Hopkins UniversityBeginner3 - 6 Months4.4(1,022)Johns Hopkins University
  2. 2
    Epidemiology in Public Health Practice
    Johns Hopkins UniversityBeginner3 - 6 Months4.7(4,594)Johns Hopkins University
  3. 3
    Health Information Technology Fundamentals
    Johns Hopkins UniversityMixed1 - 4 Weeks4.8(450)Johns Hopkins University

Best Health certificate programs

Earn a certificate in Health from top universities and companies.

  1. 1
    Digital Health
    Imperial College LondonIntermediate1 - 3 Months4.6(368)Specialization
  2. 2
    Mental Health Care Fundamentals
    MedCertsBeginner1 - 3 Months4.8(1,045)Specialization
  3. 3
    Mental Health Essentials: Mood, Eating, Sleep, and Stress
    American Psychological AssociationBeginner3 - 6 Months4.8(100)Specialization

Best Health courses for beginners

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

  1. 1
    ACE Health Coach
    American Council on ExerciseBeginner3 - 6 Months4.4(24)No prerequisites
  2. 2
    Foundations of Global Health
    Johns Hopkins UniversityBeginner3 - 6 Months4.7(1,255)No prerequisites
  3. 3
    Biostatistics in Public Health
    Johns Hopkins UniversityBeginner3 - 6 Months4.8(2,451)No prerequisites

Frequently Asked Questions about Health

Health refers to the overall physical, mental, and social well-being of individuals. It is crucial because it affects every aspect of life, including productivity, quality of life, and longevity. Good health enables individuals to engage fully in their communities and pursue their goals, while poor health can lead to a range of challenges, including increased healthcare costs and reduced life satisfaction. Understanding health is essential for making informed choices about lifestyle, nutrition, and preventive care.‎

There are numerous online health courses available that cater to various interests and career goals. Some of the best options include specializations like Foundations of Public Health Practice Specialization and Global Health Innovations Specialization. These courses cover essential topics and provide practical knowledge that can be applied in real-world settings.‎

Yes. You can start learning health on Coursera for free in two ways:

  1. Preview the first module of many health courses at no cost. This includes video lessons, readings, graded assignments, and Coursera Coach (where available).
  2. Start a 7-day free trial for Specializations or Coursera Plus. This gives you full access to all course content across eligible programs within the timeframe of your trial.

If you want to keep learning, earn a certificate in health, or unlock full course access after the preview or trial, you can upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

Health courses typically cover a wide range of topics, including epidemiology, health policy, nutrition, mental health, and healthcare systems. Courses may also explore specific areas such as global health challenges, health data analysis, and public health strategies. This diverse curriculum helps learners gain a comprehensive understanding of the factors that influence health and the various approaches to improving health outcomes.‎

For training and upskilling employees in the health sector, courses like the CVS Health Call Center Customer Service Professional Certificate and Digital Health Specialization are particularly beneficial. These programs focus on essential skills and knowledge that can enhance workforce capabilities, ensuring that employees are well-equipped to meet the demands of the evolving health landscape.‎

This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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