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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


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    Lecturio

    Psychology and Sociology

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Health Disparities, Nursing and Patient Care, Social Sciences, Stress Management, Social Determinants Of Health, Psychology, Sociology, Intercultural Competence, Patient Education And Counseling, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Behavioral Health, Culture, Human Development, Cultural Diversity, Human Learning, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Demography, Neurology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Autism Spectrum Disorder

    Skills you'll gain: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Disabilities, Special Education, Developmental Disabilities, Applied Behavior Analysis, Communication Disorders, Child Development, Psychology, Behavior Management, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Clinical Psychology, Behavioral Health, Behavioral Management, Public Health, Health Education, Child Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Neurology, Health Care, Diagnostic Tests

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Planning a Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Project (Patient Safety III)

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Healthcare Project Management, Solution Design, Quality Improvement, Patient Flow, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Patient Safety, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Brainstorming, Project Management, Problem Management, Needs Assessment, Clinical Practices, User Centered Design, Process Modeling

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    203 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Yale University

    The Nature of Genius

    Skills you'll gain: Curiosity, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Human Development, Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Psychology, Child Development, Art History

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    216 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Toxicology 21: Scientific Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Testing, Hazard Analysis, Environmental Regulations, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Cell Cultures, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biochemical Assays, Laboratory Research, Bioinformatics, Endocrinology, Molecular Biology, Biology

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    90 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Community Awareness Course: Sexuality and Disability

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Diversity Awareness, Patient Education And Counseling, Pain Management, Chronic Diseases

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Teaching and Assessing Clinical Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Clinical Supervision, Clinical Assessment, Clinical Practices, Adult Education, Trustworthiness

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Immersify

    Getting Started with Clinical Skills: A Focus on the Patient

    Skills you'll gain: Patient-centered Care, Clinical Supervision, Clinical Experience, Healthcare Ethics, Basic Patient Care, Patient Communication, Patient Advocacy, Dignity in Care, Patient Treatment, Patient Safety, Patient Evaluation, Health Care, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Health Assessment, Professionalism, Communication, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Empathy, Decision Making, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Pain Management: Easing Pain in Palliative Care

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Patient-centered Care, Hospice, Patient Evaluation, Treatment Planning, Contraindication, Psychosocial Assessments, Pharmacotherapy, Patient Safety, Pharmacology, Medication Therapy Management, Clinical Assessment, Drug Interaction, Patient Communication, Physical Therapy, Substance Abuse, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    HIPAA Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Incident Management, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Philanthropy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    MedCerts

    Nursing Assistant Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Patient-centered Care, Informed Consent, Patient Assistance, Basic Patient Care, Patient Communication, Nursing Basics, Healthcare Ethics, Direct Patient Care, Caregiving, Home Health Care and Assisted Living, Toileting, Dignity in Care, Oral Hygiene, Nursing Care, Home Health Care, Nursing Homes, Personal Care, Medical Support, Hospital Experience, Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    MedCerts

    Pharmacy Law, Emergency Preparedness, and Biopharmaceutics

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Pharmacy Operations, Pharmaceuticals, Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Healthcare Ethics, Medication Dispensation, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Pharmacotherapy, Clinical Pharmacy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Infectious Diseases, Life Support, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Emergency Response, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Bloodborne Pathogens, Public Health, Information Privacy

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Psychology and Sociology: Lecturio
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Planning a Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Project (Patient Safety III): Johns Hopkins University
  • The Nature of Genius: Yale University
  • Toxicology 21: Scientific Applications: Johns Hopkins University
  • Community Awareness Course: Sexuality and Disability: University of Minnesota
  • Teaching and Assessing Clinical Skills: University of Michigan
  • Getting Started with Clinical Skills: A Focus on the Patient: Immersify
  • Pain Management: Easing Pain in Palliative Care: University of Colorado System
  • HIPAA Fundamentals: SkillUp

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