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      University of California San Diego

      A New Communication Framework for Healthcare

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Compassion, Patient-centered Care, Empathy, Interpersonal Communications, Active Listening, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Diversity, Self-Awareness

      5
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat de Barcelona

      Manejo del enfermo semicrítico y crítico por COVID-19

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Care, Airway Management, Respiratory Care, Healthcare Ethics, Emergency and Intensive Care, Mechanical Ventilation, Patient Evaluation, Diagnostic Tests, Infection Control, Personal protective equipment, Oxygen Therapy, Infectious Diseases, Patient Treatment, Pain Management, Pharmacology, Patient Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      200 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Global Health at the Human-Animal-Ecosystem Interface

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Environment, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Sustainable Development, Public Health, Environment Health And Safety, Health Informatics, Nutrition and Diet

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      361 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Mechanization in Construction

      Skills you'll gain: Safety Standards, Safety Training, Construction, Hazard Analysis, Hydraulics, Construction Engineering, Equipment Design, Facility Repair And Maintenance, Maintenance, Repair, and Facility Services, Sustainable Engineering, Grading (Landscape), Civil Engineering, Personal protective equipment, Construction Management, Structural Engineering, Plant Operations and Management, Safety Assurance, Vibrations, Mechanical Engineering, Facility Management and Maintenance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Chemical Hazards: Toxicology & Reactivity

      Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Hazard Analysis, Occupational Health, Environment Health And Safety, Safety Training, Safety Standards, Accident Prevention, Personal protective equipment, Risk Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      45 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Manejo moderno de la caries dental

      Skills you'll gain: Cavity Prevention, Dental Care, Dental Procedures, Oral Health, Oral Hygiene, Treatment Planning, Diagnostic Tests, Risk Analysis, Clinical Assessment

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      302 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Parsons School of Design, The New School

      Sustainable Construction in a Circular Economy

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Design, Construction, Materials Management, Procurement, Architectural Engineering, Sustainable Development, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Engineering, Systems Thinking, Waste Minimization, Health And Safety Standards, Innovation

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Basics of Electrical Protection System

      Skills you'll gain: Electric Power Systems, Electrical Substation, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Safety, High Voltage, Basic Electrical Systems, Low Voltage, Electrical Engineering, Three-Phase, Coordination

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      60 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Healthcare Organization Operations

      Skills you'll gain: Patient-centered Care, Health Care Administration, Governance, Business Process, Business Process Management, Quality Improvement, Health Systems, Process Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Assurance, Process Design, Business Process Improvement, Value-Based Care, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Health And Wellness Coaching, Care Coordination, Presentations, Health Care, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Policy

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      668 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Homeland Security and Cybersecurity

      Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management Framework, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Public Safety and National Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Operations, Cyber Governance, Security Management, NIST 800-53, Incident Response, Security Strategy, Technology Roadmaps, Network Infrastructure, Technology Solutions, Transportation Operations, Legal Risk

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      L'art des structures 1 : Câbles et arcs

      Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Construction, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Materials science, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Safety Assurance, Mechanics, Physics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      49 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnKartS

      POSH - Prevention of Sexual Harassment

      Skills you'll gain: Workplace Bullying Intervention, Diversity Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Safety Culture, Tactfulness, Accountability, Professionalism, Compliance Management, Social Media

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 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 patient safety courses

    • A New Communication Framework for Healthcare: University of California San Diego
    • Manejo del enfermo semicrítico y crítico por COVID-19: Universitat de Barcelona
    • Global Health at the Human-Animal-Ecosystem Interface: University of Geneva
    • Mechanization in Construction: L&T EduTech
    • Chemical Hazards: Toxicology & Reactivity: University of California, Davis
    • Manejo moderno de la caries dental: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Sustainable Construction in a Circular Economy: Parsons School of Design, The New School
    • Basics of Electrical Protection System: L&T EduTech
    • Healthcare Organization Operations: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Homeland Security and Cybersecurity: University of Colorado System

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