By the end of this course, you'll be able to explain how toxins and drugs affect the human body, recognise clinical toxidromes, and describe how poisoning is managed in emergency settings. You'll also learn how toxicological samples are analysed in the lab, how forensic experts interpret evidence in real cases, and how the field is adapting to emerging threats like Novel Psychoactive Substances (NPS).

Introduction to Clinical and Forensic Toxicology

Introduction to Clinical and Forensic Toxicology

Instructor: Rafael Henry-Venson
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level
Recommended experience
3 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Learn how toxins and drugs affect the human body, from absorption to elimination.
Recognise the signs of poisoning and understand how it's treated in clinical practice.
Discover how forensic toxicologists detect and interpret evidence in real investigations.
Skills you'll gain
- Pathology
- Drug Development
- Analytical Chemistry
- Clinical Laboratory Science
- Medical Laboratory
- Healthcare Industry Knowledge
- Diagnostic Tests
- Case Studies
- Pharmacology
- Laboratory Testing
- Public Health
- Substance Abuse
- Precision Medicine
- Laboratory Techniques
- Drug Interaction
- Clinical Pharmacy
- Pharmacotherapy
- Analytical Testing
- Criminal Investigation and Forensics
- Emergency Departments
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Assessments
2 assignments
Taught in English
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August 2026
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