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Patient Safety Courses

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.


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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Kinematics: Describing the Motions of Spacecraft

    Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Mechanics, Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Trigonometry, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Verification And Validation, Advanced Mathematics, Algorithms

    4.9
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    339 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Foundations of Autonomous Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Design, Theoretical Computer Science, Machine Controls, Computational Logic, Verification And Validation, System Requirements, System Design and Implementation, Engineering Analysis, Software Systems, Simulations, Automation Engineering, Automation, Mechanics, Diagram Design, Systems Analysis, Safety Assurance, Control Systems, Linear Algebra

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Service Transformed: Lessons in U.S. Veteran Centered Care

    Skills you'll gain: Trauma Care, Triage, Health Disparities, Patient-centered Care, Patient Evaluation, Patient Communication, Care Coordination, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Health Care, Healthcare Ethics, Mental Health

    4.1
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    17 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Toronto

    Learn Interpersonal Psychotherapy

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Evaluation, Interpersonal Communications, Psychotherapy, Mental Health Therapies, Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, Rapport Building, Interactive Learning, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Case Studies, Mental Health, Clinical Practices

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    94 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tel Aviv University

    The History of Modern Israel - Part I: From an Idea to a State

    Skills you'll gain: World History, European History, Social Studies, International Relations, Political Sciences, Public Safety and National Security, Demography, Cultural Diversity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Houston

    A Brief History of Human Spaceflight

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, International Relations, Human Factors, Failure Analysis, Engineering, Safety Assurance

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    434 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Child Housing Assessment for a Safer Environment Teach-Out

    Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Fire And Life Safety, Electrical Safety, Accident Prevention, Safety Training, Safety Standards, Health And Safety Standards, Working With Children, Risk Analysis

    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Toronto

    Knowledge and Skills for Dementia Care: the SSLD Approach

    Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Long Term Care, Geriatrics, Caregiving, Nursing Homes, Dignity in Care, Home Health Care, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychiatric And Mental Health Nursing, Psychosocial Assessments, Care Management, Substance Abuse, Patient-centered Care, Informed Consent, Cultural Sensitivity, Behavior Management, Needs Assessment

    4.6
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    126 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    A New Communication Framework for Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Compassion, Patient-centered Care, Empathy, Interpersonal Communications, Active Listening, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Diversity, Self-Awareness

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Wesleyan University

    Capstone: Your Story

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Peer Review, Writing, Editing, Constructive Feedback, Creativity, Persistence, Professionalism

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    457 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de Chile

    Abordaje del riesgo suicida en adolescentes y jóvenes

    Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Community Mental Health Services, Crisis Intervention, Mental Health, Risk Analysis, Patient Education and Support, Mental Health Counseling, Psychiatric Assessments, Safety and Security, Family Support, Psychosocial Assessments, Public Health

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    88 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Yale University

    Introduction to Medical Software

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Software Development Life Cycle, Medical Devices, Systems Development, Usability, Medical Privacy, Regulatory Affairs, Verification And Validation, Human Factors, Regulatory Requirements, Quality Management Systems, Risk Management, Medical Management, User Interface (UI), Software Design, Healthcare Project Management, Software Testing, Entrepreneurship, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), User Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    281 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular patient safety courses

  • Kinematics: Describing the Motions of Spacecraft: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Foundations of Autonomous Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Service Transformed: Lessons in U.S. Veteran Centered Care: University of Michigan
  • Learn Interpersonal Psychotherapy: University of Toronto
  • The History of Modern Israel - Part I: From an Idea to a State: Tel Aviv University
  • A Brief History of Human Spaceflight: University of Houston
  • Child Housing Assessment for a Safer Environment Teach-Out: Johns Hopkins University
  • Knowledge and Skills for Dementia Care: the SSLD Approach : University of Toronto
  • A New Communication Framework for Healthcare: University of California San Diego
  • Capstone: Your Story: Wesleyan University

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