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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


  • U

    University of Houston

    Value-Based Care: Introduction to Value-Based Care and the U.S. Healthcare System

    Skills you'll gain: Value-Based Care, Managed Care, Medicare, Care Management, Medicaid, Health Systems, Patient-centered Care, Health Care, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Policy, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Systems Of Measurement

    ★ 4.7 (189) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Equine Welfare and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health and Disease Prevention, Nutrition and Diet, Preventative Care, Nutrition Care Plans, Injury Prevention, Vital Signs, Environment Health And Safety, Sports Medicine, Physiology, Accident Prevention, Health Assessment, Cleanliness, Exercise Science, Behavior Management, Emergency Response, Psychology

    ★ 4.9 (404) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Confronting Gender Based Violence: Global Lessons for Healthcare Workers

    Skills you'll gain: Health Care, Clinical Assessment, Trauma Care, Psychosocial Assessments, Mental and Behavioral Health, Crisis Intervention, Health Disparities, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Equity, Patient-centered Care, Clinical Research Ethics, Community Health, Healthcare Ethics, Health Technology, Health Policy, Medical Privacy, Safety and Security

    ★ 4.8 (279) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Experimental Design Considerations in SABV Research

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Research Methodologies, Life Sciences, Science and Research, Human Development, Molecular Biology, Social Determinants Of Health, Stress Management, Health Disparities, Cell Biology, Psychiatry, Health Care, Neurology, Psychology, Grant Writing, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Human Musculoskeletal System

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Bioinformatics

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Dimensionality Reduction, Unsupervised Learning, Statistical Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Data Analysis Software, Machine Learning Algorithms, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Markov Model, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Infectious Diseases, Microbiology, Epidemiology, Statistical Analysis, Precision Medicine, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Python Programming

    ★ 4.3 (1.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • O

    Osmosis

    COVID-19: What You Need to Know

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Infection Control, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Epidemiology, Diagnostic Tests, Health Education, Health Care, Personal protective equipment, Patient Evaluation, Maternal Health, Clinical Practices, Community Health, Clinical Assessment, Laboratory Testing

    ★ 4.8 (7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    Sage Publications

    Effective Communication for Nursing Associates

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Professionalism, Interpersonal Communications, Diversity Awareness, Leadership, Workplace inclusivity, Telehealth, Communication Strategies, Decision Making, Patient-centered Care, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Disabilities, Empathy, Nursing and Patient Care, Self-Awareness, Nursing Practices, Health Care, Nursing, Health Care Procedure and Regulation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • A

    American Psychological Association

    Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health, Clinical Psychology, Advocacy, Patient Communication, Psychological Evaluations, Psychiatric Assessments, Community Health, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Cultural Diversity, Patient Education and Support, Mental Health Therapies, Patient Treatment, Clinical Practices

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Prenatal Development and Infancy

    Skills you'll gain: Childbirth, Maternal Health, Child Health, Prenatal Care, Child Development, Human Development, Infant Care, Postpartum Care, Childhood Education and Development, Sensory Systems Analysis, Mental and Behavioral Health

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Healthcare Marketplace

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Medical Devices, Payment Systems, Intellectual Property, Health Systems, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Commercialization, Drug Development, Competitive Intelligence, Leadership Studies, Leadership Development, Health Care Administration, Managed Care, Product Management, Medical Management, Go To Market Strategy, Regulatory Affairs, Medical Equipment and Technology, Stakeholder Analysis, Pharmaceuticals

    ★ 4.5 (1.5K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    Imperial College London

    Quality Improvement in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Qualitative Research, Public Health, Healthcare Project Management, Patient Safety, Health Systems, Clinical Leadership, Patient-centered Care, Community Health, Health Care, Quantitative Research, Geographic Information Systems, Health Policy, Research Design, Program Evaluation, Leadership, Data Collection, Scientific Methods, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Geospatial Mapping

    ★ 4.9 (152) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • A

    American Psychological Association

    Psychology of Disorders Related to Trauma, Anxiety, & Stress

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health, Clinical Psychology, Psychiatry, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Physiology, Trauma Care, Mental Health Therapies, Psychology, Psychological Evaluations, Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavioral Health, Cultural Diversity, Patient Evaluation, Health Assessment, Health And Wellness Coaching, Patient Treatment

    ★ 4.8 (279) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Hot New Release
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular health policy courses

  • Value-Based Care: Introduction to Value-Based Care and the U.S. Healthcare System: University of Houston
  • Equine Welfare and Management: University of California, Davis
  • Confronting Gender Based Violence: Global Lessons for Healthcare Workers: Johns Hopkins University
  • Experimental Design Considerations in SABV Research: University of Colorado System
  • Bioinformatics: University of California San Diego
  • COVID-19: What You Need to Know: Osmosis
  • Effective Communication for Nursing Associates: Sage Publications
  • Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders: American Psychological Association
  • Prenatal Development and Infancy: Pearson
  • Healthcare Marketplace: University of Minnesota

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