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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


  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Disease Clusters

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Community Health, Biostatistics, Public Health, Community Outreach, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Assessment, Environmental Monitoring, Investigation, Data Collection, Persuasive Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    318 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    #talkmentalillness

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Psychiatry, Mental Health Therapies, Health Disparities, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cultural Diversity, Behavioral Health, Substance Abuse, Research

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    53 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    EMT Foundations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Perspectivas en Salud Pública: Ampliando la visión en salud

    Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Public Health, Health Promotion, Preventative Care, Community Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Systems, Epidemiology, Demography, Health Policy, Social Sciences, Infectious Diseases, Systems Thinking

    Build toward a degree

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    34 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Understanding Cancer Metastasis

    Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Oncology, Cell Biology, Biology, Pathology, Molecular Biology, Laboratory Research

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2.5K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Cuidado de heridas en el ámbito hospitalario

    Skills you'll gain: Wound Care, Patient Evaluation, Surgical Suturing, Clinical Assessment, Pain Management, Medical History Documentation, Basic Nursing Skills, Basic Patient Care, Infection Control, Clinical Practices, Nutritional Assessment, Anatomy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2.2K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Strategies for Senior Housing Communities during COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Infection Control, Emergency Response, Personal protective equipment, Public Health, Community Health, Mental Health, Health And Safety Standards, Patient Education and Support, Education and Training, Policy Development, Interpersonal Communications

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    154 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Foundations of Telehealth

    Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Health Technology, Health Systems, Health Care, Medical Billing, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Care Administration, Telecommunications, Value-Based Care, Regulatory Compliance, Patient Communication, Patient-centered Care

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    53 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    MedCerts

    Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Pulmonology, Pathology, Endocrinology, Cardiology, Medical Records, Respiratory Therapy, Neurology, Obstetrics And Gynecology, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Diagnostic Tests, Urology, Gynecology, Anatomy, Human Musculoskeletal System, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Cell Biology, Orthopedics, Physiology, Immunology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    275 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • T

    Tel Aviv University

    Understanding Plants - Part II: Fundamentals of Plant Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Anatomy, Food and Beverage, Environmental Science

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.2K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Geneva

    Troubles du spectre de l'autisme : diagnostic

    Skills you'll gain: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Patient Evaluation, Patient Communication, Parent Communication, Child Development, Psychiatric Assessments, Clinical Assessment, Pediatrics, Family Support, Psychiatry, Working With Children, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Patient Observation

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    828 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 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

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

  • Disease Clusters: Johns Hopkins University
  • #talkmentalillness: University of Colorado Boulder
  • EMT Foundations: University of Colorado System
  • Perspectivas en Salud Pública: Ampliando la visión en salud: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Understanding Cancer Metastasis: Johns Hopkins University
  • Cuidado de heridas en el ámbito hospitalario: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Strategies for Senior Housing Communities during COVID-19: Johns Hopkins University
  • Foundations of Telehealth: Johns Hopkins University
  • Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology Fundamentals: MedCerts
  • Understanding Plants - Part II: Fundamentals of Plant Biology: Tel Aviv University

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