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.
Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Interviewing Skills, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Medical Privacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Community Outreach, Rapport Building, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Interpersonal Communications, Case Management, Investigation, Health Technology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Postpartum Care, Child Health, Infant Care, Maternal Health, Health Assessment, Family Support, Parent Communication, Child Development, Diversity Awareness, Mental Health, Relationship Building
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biology, Biostatistics, Biotechnology, Environmental Science, Scientific Methods, Mathematical Modeling
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Scientific Methods, Chemistry, Blood Collection, Investigation, Case Studies, Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmacology, Laboratory Testing, Pathology, Molecular Biology, Deductive Reasoning, Estimation
Mixed · 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

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Biology, Environmental Science, Environment, Life Sciences, Taxonomy
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The University of Edinburgh
Skills you'll gain: Applied Behavior Analysis, Behavior Management, Cultural Diversity, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Caregiving, Non-Verbal Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, Biology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Psychotherapy, Mental Health, Mental Health Therapies, Human Development, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Child Development, Interpersonal Communications, Mindfulness, Patient Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Systems Thinking, Health Systems, Safety Standards, Safety Training, Health Care, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care Administration, Quality Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Problem Management, Risk Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Utrecht University
Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Clinical Research, Medical Science and Research, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Trials, Patient Evaluation, Public Health, Patient Treatment, Risk Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cardiac Surgery, Chronic Diseases, Patient Education And Counseling, Cardiology, Medical Surgical Nursing, Care Management, Cardiac Dysrhythmia, Nursing Care, Perioperative Care, Diagnostic Tests, Hemodynamics, Nursing Process, Blood Pressure, Clinical Assessment, Physiology, Anatomy
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Quality Assessment, Program Evaluation, Value-Based Care, Health Systems, Patient Safety, Quality Improvement, Performance Measurement, Health Policy, Scientific Methods, Performance Analysis, Performance Reporting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks