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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.


Popular Patient Safety Courses and Certifications


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    University of Geneva

    Mentaliser : de la théorie à l’intervention clinique

    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

    4.9
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    214 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    Oncology Nursing(肿瘤护理)

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Nursing Process, Perioperative Care, Basic Nursing Skills, Nursing Care, Nursing Management, Health Assessment, Nursing, Oncology, Clinical Nursing, Medical Surgical Nursing, Patient Education And Counseling, Diagnostic Tests, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Preventative Care, Radiation Therapy, Surgery, Pathology, Patient Treatment, Epidemiology

    4.7
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    30 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Trastorno por Déficit de Atención con Hiperactividad (TDAH)

    Skills you'll gain: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Psychiatry, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Child Development, Clinical Assessment, Patient Treatment, Patient Evaluation, Pharmacotherapy

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    221 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Immersify

    Foundations of Human Anatomy and Physiology

    Skills you'll gain: Cell Biology, Physiology, Anatomy, Human Musculoskeletal System, Medical Terminology, Biology, Respiration, Life Sciences, Vital Signs, Health Assessment, Basic Patient Care

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    31 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Mastering Statics

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Mechanics, Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Drawings, Geometry, Algebra, Applied Mathematics

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    235 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Rastreamento de contato da COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Epidemiology, Interpersonal Communications, Infectious Diseases, Investigation, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Medical Privacy, Interviewing Skills, Rapport Building, Public Health

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    141 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Navigating Diets

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutritional Assessment, Sports Medicine, Scientific Methods, Health Assessment, Psychology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Digital Intelligence for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Cyber Attacks, Data Security, Safety and Security, Cybersecurity, Security Software, Computer Security Awareness Training, Research, Information Systems Security, Content Creation, digital literacy, Media and Communications, Storytelling, Productivity, Digital Communications, Interpersonal Communications, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Telecommuting

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    139 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Pillar #1: Drug Development - From Bench to Bedside

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Research, Pre-Clinical Development, Pharmacology, Medical Devices, Statistical Analysis, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Regulatory Compliance, Data Collection

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    25 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Imperial College London

    Participatory Approaches in Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Health Equity, Community Health, Diversity Awareness, Health Policy, Social Determinants Of Health, Research, Research Methodologies, Social Justice, Program Evaluation, Cultural Responsiveness, Case Studies, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Research Design, Data Collection, Collaboration, Patient Communication, Social Impact

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    33 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Enfermedad respiratoria crónica. Asma - EPOC

    Skills you'll gain: Chronic Diseases, Patient Evaluation, Diagnostic Tests, Pulmonology, Patient Education And Counseling, Pulmonary Function Testing, Respiratory Care, Respiratory Therapy, Oxygen Therapy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Clinical Assessment, Preventative Care, Patient Treatment, Medication Therapy Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Ethical Issues in Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Responsible AI, Data Security, Data Science, Medical Privacy, Machine Learning Algorithms, Algorithms, Information Privacy, Artificial Intelligence, Diversity Awareness, Case Studies

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    48 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Mentaliser : de la théorie à l’intervention clinique: University of Geneva
  • Oncology Nursing(肿瘤护理): Peking University
  • Trastorno por Déficit de Atención con Hiperactividad (TDAH): Universidad de Palermo
  • Foundations of Human Anatomy and Physiology: Immersify
  • Mastering Statics: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Rastreamento de contato da COVID-19: Johns Hopkins University
  • Navigating Diets: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Digital Intelligence for Everyone: Arizona State University
  • Pillar #1: Drug Development - From Bench to Bedside: Johns Hopkins University
  • Participatory Approaches in Public Health: Imperial College London

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