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      Genentech

      Data Sciences in Pharma - Patient Centered Outcomes Research

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Pharmaceuticals, Patient Evaluation, Quantitative Research, Patient Safety, Medical Science and Research, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Stanford University

      Symptom Management in Palliative Care

      Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Psychosocial Assessments, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Education and Support, Patient Evaluation, Primary Care, Nursing Practices, Patient Treatment, Care Management, Chronic Diseases, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Medication Therapy Management, Stress Management, Health Assessment, Pharmacology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Antibióticos ¿cuándo, cómo y para qué?

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

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      61 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University at Buffalo

      Solar Energy Codes, Permitting and Zoning

      Skills you'll gain: Building Codes, Construction Inspection, Electrical Systems, Electrical Safety, Architectural Engineering, Land Development, Submittals (Construction), Process Analysis, Document Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      128 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Minnesota

      Guided Imagery

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

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      217 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      Free Trial
      U

      University of Michigan

      Healthcare Leadership Principles

      Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Healthcare Ethics, Health Policy, Health Care Administration, Leadership, Advocacy, Communication, Change Management, Health Care, Organizational Leadership, Health Systems, Interpersonal Communications, Self-Awareness

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      L

      L&T EduTech

      Electrical Power Generation - An Industrial Outlook

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Control Systems, Electrical Substation, Energy and Utilities, Plant Operations and Management, Electrical Equipment, Three-Phase, Power Electronics, Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Process Control, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Safety, Thermal Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      104 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

      Voice Disorders: What Patients and Professionals Need to Know

      Skills you'll gain: Speech Therapy, Speech Language Pathology, Patient Evaluation, Physical Therapy, Respiration, Surgery, Anatomy

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      212 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • L

      Lund University

      Medical Applications of Particle Accelerators (NPAP MOOC)

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Imaging, Radiology, Radiation Protection, Radiography, Oncology, Patient Positioning, Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, Physics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      279 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • M

      Michigan State University

      Reign of Pain

      Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Chronic Diseases, Stress Management, Empathy, Mental Health, Physical Therapy, Psychology, Psychotherapy, Patient Education and Support, Mindfulness, Mental Health Therapies, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Patient Evaluation, Health Assessment

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Copenhagen

      Urbanisation and Health - Promoting Sustainable Solutions

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Health Policy, Community Development, Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Demography, Environmental Issue, Innovation, Pollution Prevention, Environment, Geriatrics, Sociology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      169 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      The University of Edinburgh

      Animal Welfare in the Clinic

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Experience, Patient Preparation, Patient Education And Counseling, Vital Signs, Surgery, Patient Evaluation, Patient Treatment, Environmental Science, Behavior Management, Stress Management, Non-Verbal Communication

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Data Sciences in Pharma - Patient Centered Outcomes Research: Genentech
    • Symptom Management in Palliative Care: Stanford University
    • Antibióticos ¿cuándo, cómo y para qué?: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Solar Energy Codes, Permitting and Zoning: University at Buffalo
    • Guided Imagery: University of Minnesota
    • Healthcare Leadership Principles: University of Michigan
    • Electrical Power Generation - An Industrial Outlook: L&T EduTech
    • Voice Disorders: What Patients and Professionals Need to Know: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    • Medical Applications of Particle Accelerators (NPAP MOOC): Lund University
    • Reign of Pain: Michigan State University

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