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      University of Pennsylvania

      Health Care Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Care Administration, Health Care, Health Disparities, Health Informatics, Innovation, Health Technology, Performance Measurement, Patient Flow, Health Assessment, Financial Analysis, Operational Efficiency, Quality Improvement, Qualitative Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      303 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Genome Assembly Programming Challenge

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Combinatorics, Molecular Biology, Programming Principles, Program Development

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      346 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Drug Development and Pharmacoepidemiology

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Pharmaceuticals, Medication Therapy Management, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmacology, Health Policy, Research Design, Medical Prescription, Research Methodologies, Patient Safety, Science and Research, Statistical Analysis, Program Evaluation, Medical Science and Research, Epidemiology, Regulatory Compliance, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Public Health, Data Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Yale University

      Global Quality Maternal and Newborn Care

      Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Child Health, Health Disparities, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Community Health, Health Care, Health Equity, Health Systems, Advocacy, Nursing and Patient Care, Cultural Responsiveness, Education and Training

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      249 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Geneva

      A life with ADHD

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Skills, Mental Concentration, Behavior Management, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychiatry, Human Development, Psychological Evaluations, Working With Children, Psychotherapy, Family Medicine, Child Development, Patient Education And Counseling, Pharmacology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      69 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Introduction to Indoor Air Quality

      Skills you'll gain: HVAC, Pollution Prevention, Thermal Management, Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Engineering, Environment Health And Safety, Respiratory Care, Environmental Science

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      683 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Novartis

      Fundamentals of Good Clinical Practice: Recruitment & Trial

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Healthcare Ethics, Record Keeping, Patient Registration, Regulatory Compliance, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Safety

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      159 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Macquarie University

      Online Learning Design for Educators

      Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Content Creation, Multimedia, Education Software and Technology, Media Production, Developing Training Materials, Pedagogy, Peer Review, Blended Learning, Learning Management Systems, Discussion Facilitation, Teaching, Constructive Feedback, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Safety and Security, Data Sharing, User Accounts, Collaborative Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      391 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Foundations of Health Equity Research

      Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Health Policy, Public Health, Community Health, Health Care, Health Systems, Epidemiology, Patient Education and Support, Diversity Awareness, Research Design, Research, Cultural Sensitivity, Media and Communications

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      170 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Wilderness First Aid

      Skills you'll gain: Splinting, Medical History Documentation, Trauma Care, Medical Emergency, Patient Evaluation, Emergency Medicine, Sanitation, Cleanliness, First Aid, Acute Care, Triage, Safety Assurance, Health Assessment, Injury Prevention, Emergency Medical Services, Vital Signs, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Treatment Planning, Emergency Response, Orthopedics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      97 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Toronto

      Knowledge and Skills for Dementia Care: the SSLD Approach

      Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Geriatrics, Caregiving, Long Term Care, Care Management, Home Health Care, Disabilities, Nursing Homes, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Occupational Therapy, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Sensitivity, Healthcare Ethics, Behavior Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      125 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Michigan State University

      Journalism, the future, and you!

      Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Media and Communications, Interviewing Skills, Electronic Media, International Relations, Writing and Editing, Content Creation, Cultural Diversity, Digital Publishing, Legal Risk

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      371 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Health Care Innovation: University of Pennsylvania
    • Genome Assembly Programming Challenge: University of California San Diego
    • Drug Development and Pharmacoepidemiology: Johns Hopkins University
    • Global Quality Maternal and Newborn Care: Yale University
    • A life with ADHD: University of Geneva
    • Introduction to Indoor Air Quality: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Fundamentals of Good Clinical Practice: Recruitment & Trial: Novartis
    • Online Learning Design for Educators: Macquarie University
    • Foundations of Health Equity Research: Johns Hopkins University
    • Wilderness First Aid: University of Colorado System

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