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Nursing courses can help you learn patient care techniques, medication administration, health assessment, and ethical decision-making. You can build skills in critical thinking, effective communication with patients and families, and teamwork in clinical settings. Many courses introduce tools like electronic health records (EHR) systems, patient management software, and simulation labs that enhance hands-on learning and prepare you for real-world healthcare environments.


Popular Nursing Courses and Certifications


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    Johns Hopkins University

    The Critical Role of IT Support Staff in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Desktop Support, End User Training and Support, Help Desk Support, Patient Communication, Health Informatics, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Technical Support, Information Technology, Health Information Management, Issue Tracking, Electronic Medical Record, Medical Privacy

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    Cinematic Health

    Essential Soft Skills & Special Patient Populations

    Skills you'll gain: Developmental Disabilities, De-escalation Techniques, Trauma Care, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Disabilities, Professionalism, Mental and Behavioral Health, Substance Abuse, Active Listening, Psychiatric And Mental Health Nursing, Behavior Management, Patient-centered Care, Patient Advocacy, Nursing Care, Social Skills, Empathy, Rapport Building, Mental Health, Communication Strategies

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    University of Geneva

    Supervision du raisonnement clinique

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Supervision, Supervision, Patient Evaluation, Train The Trainer, Clinical Practices, Clinical Assessment, Goal Setting, Diagnostic Tests, Constructive Feedback, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Teamwork

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    Johns Hopkins University

    PrEParing: PrEP for Providers and Patients

    Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Pharmacology, Contraindication, Bloodborne Pathogens, Drug Interaction, Primary Care, Health Disparities, Medication Therapy Management, Health Equity, Pharmacotherapy, Patient Evaluation, Public Health, Community Health, Patient Advocacy, Clinical Assessment, Patient Communication, Diagnostic Tests, Laboratory Testing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Cinematic Health

    Job Demand, Essential Technical Skills, & Dementia Care

    Skills you'll gain: Respiratory Care, Hospice, Patient Education And Counseling, Chronic Diseases, Infection Control, Patient-centered Care, Caregiving, Geriatrics, Long Term Care, Patient Safety, Healthcare Ethics, Nursing Care, Vital Signs, Basic Patient Care, Communication Strategies, Dignity in Care, Nutrition and Diet, Cultural Sensitivity, Family Support, Behavior Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Guided Imagery

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Treatment Planning, Music, Education Software and Technology, Patient Evaluation, Mindfulness, Creativity, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Patient Education And Counseling, Verbal Communication Skills, Mental Health Therapies

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Healthcare Organizations and the Health System

    Skills you'll gain: Health Care Administration, Governance, Health Systems, Presentations, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Organizational Structure, Health Care, Microsoft PowerPoint

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    Stanford University

    Supporting Families and Caregivers

    Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Parent Communication, Family Support, Caregiving, Patient Education and Support, Pain Management, Pediatrics, Patient Advocacy, Nursing and Patient Care, Patient-centered Care, Medical Social Work, Working With Children, Family Therapy, Psychosocial Assessments, Child Health, Patient Communication, Child Development, Social Work, Clinical Assessment, Stress Management

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Nebraska

    High Level Biocontainment for Healthcare Facilities

    Skills you'll gain: Personal protective equipment, Patient Positioning, Infection Control, Equipment decontamination, Infectious Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Patient Safety, Hospital Admissions, Epidemiology, Public Health, Mental Health, Media and Communications

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    University of Florida

    Fixing Healthcare Delivery 2.0: Advanced Lean

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Methodologies, Patient-centered Care, Patient Safety, Patient Flow, Scientific Methods, Medical Management, Health Systems, Value-Based Care, Kanban Principles, Patient Communication, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Care Management, Operating Room (OR), Cleanliness, Business Systems Analysis, Case Studies, Capacity Management

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Newborn Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Postpartum Care, Respiratory Care, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Pulmonology, Infant Care, Preventative Care, Pediatric Nursing, Vital Signs, Patient Evaluation, Pediatrics, Health Assessment, Cardiology, Nutritional Assessment, Clinical Assessment, Diagnostic Tests

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Stress First Aid for Healthcare Workers: A Peer Support Tool

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Crisis Intervention, Community Health, Personal Development, Mental Health, Case Studies, Health Promotion, Positive Behavior Support, Recognizing Others, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Needs Assessment, Communication

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • The Critical Role of IT Support Staff in Healthcare: Johns Hopkins University
  • Essential Soft Skills & Special Patient Populations: Cinematic Health
  • Supervision du raisonnement clinique: University of Geneva
  • PrEParing: PrEP for Providers and Patients: Johns Hopkins University
  • Job Demand, Essential Technical Skills, & Dementia Care: Cinematic Health
  • Guided Imagery: University of Minnesota
  • Healthcare Organizations and the Health System: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Supporting Families and Caregivers: Stanford University
  • High Level Biocontainment for Healthcare Facilities: University of Nebraska
  • Fixing Healthcare Delivery 2.0: Advanced Lean: University of Florida

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