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Health Policy Courses

Health policy courses can help you learn about healthcare systems, policy analysis, health economics, and the impact of legislation on public health. You can build skills in data interpretation, stakeholder engagement, and evaluating health outcomes. Many courses introduce tools like policy simulation software, data visualization platforms, and statistical analysis programs, that support assessing the effectiveness of health interventions and making informed policy recommendations.


Popular Health Policy Courses and Certifications


  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Antibióticos ¿cuándo, cómo y para qué?

    Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Medical Prescription, Pharmacotherapy, Infectious Diseases, Pharmacology, Public Health, Microbiology, Community Health, Patient Education And Counseling

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    114 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • 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
    ·
    656 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Toronto

    Learn Interpersonal Psychotherapy

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Evaluation, Interpersonal Communications, Psychotherapy, Mental Health Therapies, Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, Rapport Building, Interactive Learning, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Case Studies, Mental Health, Clinical Practices

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    106 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Patient Safety and Quality Improvement: Developing a Systems View (Patient Safety I)

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Systems Thinking, Health Systems, Safety Standards, Safety Training, Health Care, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care Administration, Quality Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Problem Management, Risk Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.6K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Utrecht University

    Clinical Epidemiology

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Clinical Research, Medical Science and Research, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Trials, Patient Evaluation, Public Health, Patient Treatment, Risk Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    391 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Biology Everywhere

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Human Development, Biology, Life Sciences, Environment, Chemistry, Cell Biology, Environmental Issue, Child Development, Environmental Science, Environmental Resource Management, Music, Biotechnology, General Science and Research, Decision Making, Natural Resource Management, Liberal Arts, Oncology, Sustainable Development

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    389 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Farmacología para odontólogos

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Interaction, Pharmacology, Pharmacotherapy, Dentistry, Dental Care, Contraindication, Medication Therapy Management, Pharmaceuticals, Oral Health, Pain Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Nutrition Education for the Consumer

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Nutritional Assessment, Sports Medicine, Exercise Science, Scientific Methods, Health Assessment, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Nutrition, Health And Wellness Coaching, Health Promotion, Athletic Training, Regulatory Compliance, Preventative Care, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Psychology, Medical Science and Research, Life Sciences

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    195 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Parsons School of Design, The New School

    Sustainable Building: Design and Specification

    Skills you'll gain: Building Design, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Architecture, Public Health, Architectural Design, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Health Assessment, Sustainability Standards, Materials science

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    21 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Design and Conduct of Clinical Trials

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Clinical Research Ethics, Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Informed Consent, Biostatistics, Healthcare Ethics, Science and Research, Regulatory Compliance

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    347 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    La solución del conflicto ético

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Clinical Research Ethics, Informed Consent, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Patient Advocacy, Conflict Management, Medical Practices and Procedures, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Research, Medical Privacy, Patient-centered Care, Self-Awareness, Lifelong Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    476 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Introduction to Translational Science

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Medical Science and Research, Community Health, Research, Clinical Research, Public Health, Health Policy, Clinical Trials, Scientific Methods, Laboratory Research, Cultural Diversity, Mentorship

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    14 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular health policy courses

  • Antibióticos ¿cuándo, cómo y para qué?: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • The Brain and Space: Duke University
  • Learn Interpersonal Psychotherapy: University of Toronto
  • Patient Safety and Quality Improvement: Developing a Systems View (Patient Safety I): Johns Hopkins University
  • Clinical Epidemiology: Utrecht University
  • Biology Everywhere: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Farmacología para odontólogos: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Nutrition Education for the Consumer: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Sustainable Building: Design and Specification: Parsons School of Design, The New School
  • Design and Conduct of Clinical Trials: Johns Hopkins University

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