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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


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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    NASM Personal Fitness Trainer

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Counseling, Smart Goals, Health Assessment, Sports Medicine, Human Musculoskeletal System, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Nutritional Assessment, Respiration, Physiology, Neurology, Automated External Defibrillator, Rehabilitation, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Coaching, Health And Wellness Coaching

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    COVID Vaccine Ambassador Training: How to Talk to Parents

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Immunology, Patient Education And Counseling, Parent Communication, Pediatrics, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Active Listening, Research, Persuasive Communication, Infectious Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Community Health, Clinical Trials, Public Health

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Northwestern University

    Introduction to Reproduction

    Skills you'll gain: Obstetrics And Gynecology, Anatomy, Family Planning, Endocrinology, Oncology, Physiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Biology

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de Chile

    Inclusión social de personas con discapacidad desde un enfoque de derechos.

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Social Work, Health Policy, Social Justice, Special Education, Community and Social Work, Diversity Awareness, Public Policies, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Health Care, Data Collection

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Patient Outcomes: Communicate with Clarity

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Teamwork, Collaboration, Patient Education And Counseling, Communication, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Patient Education and Support, Active Listening, Clinical Documentation, Empathy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Imperial College London

    Quality Improvement in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Run Chart, Qualitative Research, Public Health, Healthcare Project Management, Patient Safety, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Systems, Community Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Clinical Leadership, Patient-centered Care, Health Administration, Data Quality, Health Care, Health Informatics, Quantitative Research, Geographic Information Systems, Data Collection

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Compassion: Enhance Patient Outcomes

    Skills you'll gain: Compassion, Mindfulness, Resilience, Program Evaluation, Stress Management, Patient-centered Care, Training Programs, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Patient Communication, Professional Development, Active Listening, Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Qualitative Research, Surveys

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Medical Office Operations and Patient Flow

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Office Procedures, Medical Management, Clinic Management Systems, Patient Registration, Triage, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Patient Safety, Setting Appointments, Care Coordination, Patient Communication, Standard Operating Procedure, Data Entry, Record Keeping, Safety and Security

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    American Museum of Natural History

    Ecology: Ecosystem Dynamics and Conservation

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Systems Thinking, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Resource Management, Biology, Sustainable Development, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Case Studies, Mathematical Modeling

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Nursing Leadership: Financial Management and Budgeting

    Skills you'll gain: Nursing Administration, Financial Reporting, Budget Management, Variance Analysis, Financial Statements, Forecasting, Nursing Management, Financial Acumen, Financial Management, Budgeting, Operating Budget, Cost Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Return On Investment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Niel Asher Education

    Groundwork Positions for Movement Restoration

    Skills you'll gain: Rehabilitation, Manual Therapy, Exercise Therapy, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, Patient Evaluation, Human Musculoskeletal System, Occupational Therapy, Sports Medicine, Orthopedics, Pain Management, Coordination, Coaching, Athletic Training, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Niel Asher Education

    Applied Acupuncture Techniques for Common Conditions

    Skills you'll gain: Manual Therapy, Athletic Training, Respiratory Therapy

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular health policy courses

  • NASM Personal Fitness Trainer: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • COVID Vaccine Ambassador Training: How to Talk to Parents : Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to Reproduction: Northwestern University
  • Inclusión social de personas con discapacidad desde un enfoque de derechos.: Universidad de Chile
  • Patient Outcomes: Communicate with Clarity: Coursera
  • Quality Improvement in Healthcare: Imperial College London
  • Compassion: Enhance Patient Outcomes: Coursera
  • Medical Office Operations and Patient Flow: Coursera
  • Ecology: Ecosystem Dynamics and Conservation: American Museum of Natural History
  • Nursing Leadership: Financial Management and Budgeting: Coursera

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