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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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Popular Patient Safety Courses and Certifications


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    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to Computer Information Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Agile Methodology, Productivity Software, digital literacy, Network Security, Computer Hardware, Computer Systems, Data Security, Risk Management, System Design and Implementation, TCP/IP, Information Technology, Software Development Methodologies, Data Ethics, Cybersecurity, General Networking, Productivity, Safety and Security, Process Design

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    314 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Preventing Chronic Pain: A Human Systems Approach

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Preventative Care, Chronic Diseases, Health Care, Stress Management, Behavioral Health, Personal Development, Patient-centered Care, Exercise Therapy, Resilience, Mindfulness, Systems Thinking, Neurology, Nutrition and Diet

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    438 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    28DIGITAL

    Development of Secure Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Internet Of Things, Operating Systems, Security Requirements Analysis, Network Architecture, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Web Services, Programming Principles, Encryption, Network Protocols, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Wireless Networks, System Programming, Computer Programming, System Requirements, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Software Engineering

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    1.2K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The State University of New York

    Solar Energy Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Building Services Engineering, Sustainable Technologies, Cost Estimation, Engineering Calculations, Safety Standards, Environmental Issue, Systems Of Measurement, Technical Standard

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    2.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat de Barcelona

    Strategies for winning. Meteorology in a round the world regatta

    Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Safety Assurance, Mathematical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Climate Change Adaptation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Risk Control, Communication Systems

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    142 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Farmacología para odontólogos

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Interaction, Pharmacology, Pharmacotherapy, Dentistry, Dental Care, Contraindication, Medication Therapy Management, Pharmaceuticals, Oral Health, Pain Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Instructional Methods in Health Professions Education

    Skills you'll gain: Instructional Design, Adult Learning Principles, Teaching, Patient Education And Counseling, Learning Theory, Health Education, Digital pedagogy, Learning Styles, Clinical Assessment, Creativity, Technology Strategies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    538 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    La solución del conflicto ético

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Research Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Conflict Management, Informed Consent, Health Care, Legal Research, Medical Privacy, Patient-centered Care, Self-Awareness

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    474 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Evaluación del Aprendizaje en Escenarios Clínicos

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Patient-centered Care, Clinical Assessment, Clinical Practices, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Experience, Healthcare Ethics, Constructive Feedback, Mentorship, Decision Making

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    159 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Cleveland Clinic

    Machine Learning in Healthcare: Foundations and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Informatics, Applied Machine Learning, Clinical Informatics, Health Care, Supervised Learning, Clinical Experience, Emerging Technologies, Artificial Intelligence, Reinforcement Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Science

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Novartis

    Introduction to Drug Hunting

    Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Clinical Trials, Pharmacology, Drug Development, Clinical Research, Pharmaceuticals, Competitive Intelligence, Safety Assurance, Biotechnology, Biochemistry

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    149 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Medical Terminology

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Medical History Documentation, Pulmonology, Cardiology, Electronic Medical Record System, Medical Records, Endocrinology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Orthopedics, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Neurology, Gynecology, Urology, Hematology, Anatomy, Immunology, Diagnostic Tests, Patient Treatment, Physiology, Communication

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    976 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Introduction to Computer Information Systems: University of California, Irvine
  • Preventing Chronic Pain: A Human Systems Approach: University of Minnesota
  • Development of Secure Embedded Systems: 28DIGITAL
  • Solar Energy Basics: The State University of New York
  • Strategies for winning. Meteorology in a round the world regatta : Universitat de Barcelona
  • Farmacología para odontólogos: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Instructional Methods in Health Professions Education: University of Michigan
  • La solución del conflicto ético: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Evaluación del Aprendizaje en Escenarios Clínicos: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Machine Learning in Healthcare: Foundations and Applications: Cleveland Clinic

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