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Neuroscience Courses

Neuroscience courses can help you learn brain anatomy, neural signaling, cognitive functions, and the biological basis of behavior. You can build skills in experimental design, data analysis, and critical thinking through hands-on projects and case studies. Many courses introduce tools like EEG, fMRI, and software for statistical analysis, that support conducting research and interpreting findings in both clinical and experimental settings.


Popular Neuroscience Courses and Certifications


  • Y

    Yale University

    Anatomy of the Head and Spine

    Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Neurology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Respiration, Physiology, Radiology, Surgery

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    46 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Principles of fMRI 1

    Skills you'll gain: Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Medical Imaging, Radiology, Research Design, Image Analysis, Experimentation, Neurology, Data Preprocessing, Science and Research, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Statistics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    850 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    E

    Emory University

    The Addicted Brain

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Substance Abuse, Mental and Behavioral Health, Social Studies, Neurology, Behavioral Health, Vulnerability, Health Policy, Public Health, Case Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    2.2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    S

    Starweaver

    Retail Sales Psychology: The Essentials of Selling More

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Strategy, B2B Sales, Sales Training, Sales Process, Marketing Psychology, Sales, Selling Techniques, Sales Enablement, Consumer Behaviour, Overcoming Objections, Storytelling, Closing (Sales), Stakeholder Communications, Negotiation, Non-Verbal Communication, Customer Engagement, Value Propositions, Communication Strategies, Empathy, Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    D

    Duke University

    The Brain and Space

    Skills you'll gain: Spatial Analysis, Neurology, Human Learning, Psychology, Computational Thinking, Visual Impairment Education, Experimentation, Anatomy, Laboratory Research, Physiology, Biology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    656 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    K

    Kotter

    The Science – and Neuroscience – of Change

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Change Management, Business Transformation, Organizational Development, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Organizational Structure, Leadership Development, Case Studies, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Human Relations Movement, Adaptability, Lifelong Learning, Neurology

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    44 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    D

    Dartmouth College

    Libertarian Free Will

    Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Creativity, Anatomy, Critical Thinking, Culture, Mindfulness, Liberal Arts, Physiology, Research, Psychology, Social Sciences, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Human Learning, Anthropology, Biology, Sociology, Systems Thinking, Experimentation, Governance, Science and Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    P

    Peking University

    Advanced Neurobiology II

    Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Anatomy, Physiology, Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Cell Biology, Psychiatry, Behavioral Health, Biology, Molecular Biology, Pathology

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    161 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Fundamental Neural Pathways For Movement

    Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Human Musculoskeletal System, Neurology, Physiology, Coordination, Anatomy, Electrophysiology, Mechanics, Rehabilitation, Biology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    D

    Duke University

    Visual Perception and the Brain

    Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Motion Graphics, Neurology, Color Theory, Visual Impairment Education, Vision Transformer (ViT), Biology, Physiology, Experimentation, Anatomy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    279 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    R

    Rice University

    Anatomy & Physiology: Regulation, Integration, & Control

    Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Endocrinology, Physiology, Neurology, Clinical Practices, Life Sciences, Medical Terminology, Biology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Psychedelic Science and Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Pharmacology, Clinical Research, Psychiatry, Psychotherapy, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Mental Health Therapies, Pharmacotherapy, Clinical Research Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Research, Psychiatric Assessments, Psychology, Informed Consent, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Neurology, Social Studies, Ancient History

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    27 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular neuroscience courses

  • Anatomy of the Head and Spine : Yale University
  • Principles of fMRI 1: Johns Hopkins University
  • The Addicted Brain: Emory University
  • Retail Sales Psychology: The Essentials of Selling More: Starweaver
  • The Brain and Space: Duke University
  • The Science – and Neuroscience – of Change: Kotter
  • Libertarian Free Will: Dartmouth College
  • Advanced Neurobiology II: Peking University
  • Fundamental Neural Pathways For Movement: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Visual Perception and the Brain: Duke University

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