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.

The University of Edinburgh
Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Research, Science and Research, Nutrition Education, Nutrition and Diet, Behavioral Health, Physiology, Psychology, Peer Review
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

MedCerts
Skills you'll gain: Patient-centered Care, Patient Communication, Blood Collection, Phlebotomy, Intercultural Competence, Emotional Intelligence, Patient Education And Counseling, Trustworthiness, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Professionalism, Communication, Empathy, Professional Development, Interpersonal Communications, Relationship Building, Cultural Sensitivity, Strong Work Ethic, Conflict Management, Teamwork, Conscientiousness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Psychosocial Assessments, Psychiatry, Pharmacotherapy, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Pharmacology, Psychiatric Assessments, Psychotherapy, Psychology, Mental Status Examination, Psychological Evaluations, Mental Health Therapies, Patient Evaluation, Neurology, Scientific Methods, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Research Methodologies, Medical Imaging, Case Studies, Patient Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Cooking, Sustainable Development, Nutrition and Diet, Meal Planning And Preparation, Sustainable Systems, Environment, Culture, Nutrition Education, Sustainability Standards, Compassion, Sustainable Technologies, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Resourcefulness, Mindfulness, Climate Change Mitigation, Adaptability, Environmental Science, Habit Formation
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Health Information Management, Security Awareness, Cloud Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Encryption, Health Informatics, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Data Security, Cyber Attacks, Medical Records, Health Technology, Information Privacy, Cloud Computing, Patient Safety
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Taxonomy, Timelines
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Sage Publications
Skills you'll gain: Drug Interaction, Medication Administration, Medical Prescription, Medication Therapy Management, Contraindication, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmacology, Healthcare Ethics, Nursing Practices, Clinical Practices, Clinical Research, Patient Safety, Nursing, Pharmaceuticals, Nursing and Patient Care, Geriatrics, General Medicine, Health Care Administration, Family Medicine, Hospital Medicine
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Dental Care, Oral and Dental Care, Dentistry, Patient Evaluation, Dental Procedures, Oral Health, Periodontology, Dental Informatics, Oral Cancer Screening, Medical History Documentation, Pain Management, Anatomy, Psychosocial Assessments, Clinical Assessment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Research Design, Epidemiology, Clinical Research, Research Methodologies, Public Health, Science and Research, Research, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Stress Management, Resilience, Mindfulness, Resourcefulness, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Compassion, Mental Health, Meditation & Breathwork, Overcoming Obstacles, Personal Care, Emotional Intelligence, Behavioral Health, Habit Formation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Houston
Skills you'll gain: Value-Based Care, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Chronic Diseases, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Community Health, Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Management, Managed Care, Health Equity, Preventative Care, Constructive Feedback, Care Management, Gerontology, Active Listening, Medical Coding, CPT Coding, Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Organizational Change, Leadership
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Houston
Skills you'll gain: Value-Based Care, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Coding, CPT Coding, Managed Care, Medical Billing, Revenue Cycle Management, Health Information Management, Health Systems, Health Policy, Health Care, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Medicare, Risk Analysis, Regulatory Compliance, Health Education, Public Health
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks