Patient safety courses can help you learn risk assessment, incident reporting, root cause analysis, and effective communication strategies. You can build skills in developing safety protocols, conducting safety audits, and implementing quality improvement initiatives. Many courses introduce tools like incident management systems and safety culture assessments, that support applying these skills in healthcare settings.

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Robotics, Embedded Software, Automation, Software Architecture, Simulations, Safety Assurance, Hardware Architecture, Systems Architecture, Computer Vision, Mathematical Modeling, Safety Standards, Global Positioning Systems
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Pharmacotherapy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Healthcare Ethics, Chronic Diseases, Nutrition and Diet, Patient Safety, Medical History Documentation, Preventative Care, Ancient History
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Electocardiography, Cardiac Dysrhythmia, Cardiac Surgery, Chronic Diseases, Hemodynamics, Patient Education And Counseling, Cardiology, Medical Surgical Nursing, Care Management, Patient Observation, Nursing Care, Clinical Practices, Medical Emergency, Perioperative Care, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Experience, Anatomy, Physiology, Basic Nursing Skills, Patient Evaluation
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Empower School of Health
Skills you'll gain: Health Technology, Healthcare Ethics, Data Ethics, Telehealth, Medical Privacy, Health Informatics, Responsible AI, Clinical Research Ethics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Emerging Technologies, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Information Management, Digital Transformation, Health Systems, Health Equity, Information Privacy, Blockchain, Cloud Storage, Robotic Process Automation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

MedCerts
Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Professionalism, Professional Development, Time Management, Emotional Intelligence, Teamwork, Interpersonal Communications, Conscientiousness, Communication, Trustworthiness, Empathy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Strong Work Ethic, Stress Management, Relationship Building
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Houston
Skills you'll gain: Value-Based Care, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Medical Coding, CPT Coding, Managed Care, Medical Billing, Payment Systems, Health Systems, Patient Safety, Health Policy, Health Care, Medicare, Risk Management, Health Education, Public Health
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Electronic Medical Record, Telehealth, Patient Safety, Health Technology, Health Information Management, Clinical Informatics, Security Awareness, Encryption, Personally Identifiable Information, Help Desk Support, Medical Equipment, Desktop Support, System Support, End User Training and Support, Health Care, Patient Communication, Technical Support, Customer Support
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Education, Cooking, Meal Planning And Preparation, Nutrition and Diet, Pediatrics, Food Safety and Sanitation, Working With Children, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Parent Communication, Social Determinants Of Health
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Caregiving, Patient-centered Care, Compassion, Patient Advocacy, Pain Management, Telehealth, Family Support, Stress Management, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Community Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Empathy, Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Cinematic Health
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

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Medical Imaging, Patient Education And Counseling, Diagnostic Radiology, Radiation Therapy, Molecular Biology, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Trials, Pain Management, Preventative Care, Treatment Planning, Urology, Patient Treatment, Immunology, Epidemiology, Surgery, Cell Biology, Care Management, Biology, Pathology
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Harvard Business Review
Skills you'll gain: Team Performance Management, Teamwork, Team Building, Team Management, Virtual Teams, Collaboration, Intercultural Competence, Team Leadership, Conflict Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Team Motivation, Productivity, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Responsiveness, Meeting Facilitation, Drive Engagement, Safety Culture, Communication Strategies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks