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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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    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Planning and Executing Healthcare Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Project Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Scheduling, Work Breakdown Structure, Communication Planning, Change Control, Project Planning, Project Management, Project Performance, Performance Metric, Project Schedules, Project Implementation, Project Risk Management, Timelines, Budget Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Budgeting, Stakeholder Management, Risk Management, Change Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    DNA, Genome and Genetic Disorders

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Diagnostic Tests, Pathology, Laboratory Testing, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Biotechnology, Case Studies, Clinical Research, Science and Research, Clinical Research Ethics, Clinical Social Work, Research, Clinical Research Coordination, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, A/B Testing, Healthcare 5.0, Public Health and Disease Prevention, UI/UX Research, Strong Work Ethic

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Surveillance Systems: Analysis, Dissemination, and Special Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Trend Analysis, Chronic Diseases, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Event Monitoring, Infection Control, Data Analysis, Descriptive Analytics, Technical Communication, Anomaly Detection, Infectious Diseases, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data Collection, Information Privacy

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    Rice University

    Medical Terminology I

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Orthopedics, Medical History Documentation, Medical Records, Electronic Medical Record System, Urology, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Anatomy, Nephrology, Diagnostic Tests

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Stanford University

    Rebuilding Our Relationship with Food

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Nutrition Education, Compassion, Nutrition and Diet, Mindfulness, Meal Planning And Preparation, Habit Formation, Behavioral Health, Self-Awareness, Empowerment, Sensory Systems Analysis, Chronic Diseases

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Parsons School of Design, The New School

    Healthier Materials and Sustainable Building

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Design, Chemistry, Sustainable Technologies, Construction, Building Design, Architecture and Construction, Sustainable Business, Materials Management, Procurement, Sustainable Systems, Environment Health And Safety, Sustainable Development, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Disparities, Public Health, Occupational Health, Pollution Prevention, Health And Safety Standards, Hazard Analysis

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    University of Copenhagen

    Bacteria and Chronic Infections

    Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Biology, Infection Control, Chronic Diseases, Cell Biology, Life Sciences, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Practices

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    Emory University

    Weight Management: Beyond Balancing Calories

    Skills you'll gain: Habit Formation, Nutrition and Diet, Physiology, Stress Management, Behavior Management, Biology, Goal Setting, Endocrinology, Mindfulness, Exercise Science

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Novartis

    Introduction to Good Clinical Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Clinical Research Ethics, Informed Consent, Clinical Data Management, Drug Development, Health Equity

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    Rice University

    Fundamentals of Immunology: Innate Immunity and B-Cell Function

    Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Public Health, Anatomy, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Life Sciences, Medical Terminology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Biology

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Bienestar, equidad y derechos humanos

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Health Equity, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Development, Social Impact, Community and Social Work, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Awareness, Student Engagement, Human Development, Advocacy, Interactive Learning, Student-Centred Learning, Psychosocial Assessments, Public Policies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Tropical Parasitology: Protozoans, Worms, Vectors and Human Diseases

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Pathology, Healthcare Ethics, Microbiology, Infection Control, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Diagnostic Tests, Neurology, Public Health, Biology, Case Studies, Patient Treatment, Preventative Care, Clinical Assessment, Pharmacotherapy

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Planning and Executing Healthcare Projects: Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • DNA, Genome and Genetic Disorders: EDUCBA
  • Surveillance Systems: Analysis, Dissemination, and Special Systems: Johns Hopkins University
  • Medical Terminology I: Rice University
  • Rebuilding Our Relationship with Food: Stanford University
  • Healthier Materials and Sustainable Building: Parsons School of Design, The New School
  • Bacteria and Chronic Infections: University of Copenhagen
  • Weight Management: Beyond Balancing Calories: Emory University
  • Introduction to Good Clinical Practice: Novartis
  • Fundamentals of Immunology: Innate Immunity and B-Cell Function: Rice University

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