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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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    University of Colorado System

    Emergency Care: Pregnancy, Infants, and Children

    Skills you'll gain: Medical History Documentation, Child Health, Childbirth, Airway Management, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Maternal Health, Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Medicine, Pediatrics, Pediatric Nursing, Patient Transport, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Patient Evaluation, Environment Health And Safety, Health Assessment, Pathology, Vital Signs, Clinical Assessment

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    Wesleyan University

    Creating Behavioral Change

    Skills you'll gain: Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mental Health Therapies, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychotherapy, Psychology, Experimentation, Health Education, Goal Setting

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    AAPC

    AAPC Medical Biller

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Billing, Denial Management, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Patient Registration, Billing, Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Coding, CPT Coding, Accounts Receivable, Payment Processing and Collection, Medical Office Procedures, Utilization Management, Medical Records, Billing & Invoicing, Insurance, Medicare, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Health Systems, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Regulatory Compliance

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Niel Asher Education

    Strength and Conditioning: Prehab/Rehab Specialist

    Skills you'll gain: Lifting Ability, Injury Prevention, Mobility Assistance, Exercise Science, Train The Trainer, Physical Stamina, Safety Standards, Neurology, Mechanics, Planning

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to the Biology of Cancer

    Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Medical Imaging, Diagnostic Radiology, Molecular Biology, Clinical Trials, Radiation Therapy, Cell Biology, Treatment Planning, Pathology, Epidemiology, Biology, Risk Analysis, Surgery

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Nursing Leadership: Ethics & Legal Considerations

    Skills you'll gain: Nursing Management, Healthcare Ethics, Legal Risk, Clinical Leadership, Case Studies, Personal Integrity, Nursing, Patient Safety, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Professionalism, Health Care, Safety Culture, Medical Privacy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Informed Consent, Compliance Management, Patient Communication

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Foundation and Potential of AI in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Health Systems, Digital Transformation, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Technology, Health Care, Health Equity, Artificial Intelligence, Chronic Diseases

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Atención Primaria en Salud: El desafío de las Enfermedades no Transmisibles

    Skills you'll gain: Primary Care, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Care Coordination, Health Care, Care Management, Chronic Diseases, Health Systems, Family Support, Epidemiology, Patient-centered Care, Public Health

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Healthcare Career Explorer: Certified Nursing Assistant

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Nursing Basics, Care Coordination, Communication, Patient Advocacy, Basic Patient Care, Teamwork, Patient Safety, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Planning, Trend Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Copenhagen

    Understanding Patient Perspectives on Medications

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology

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    University of Minnesota

    Herbal Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Interaction, Contraindication, Pharmacology, Patient Education And Counseling, Pharmacotherapy, Medication Therapy Management, Nurse Education, Pain Management, Pharmaceuticals, Patient Evaluation, Respiratory Care, Patient Safety, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Chronic Diseases, Gynecology, Health And Safety Standards, Medical Science and Research, Patient Communication, General Science and Research

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Niel Asher Education

    Sports Nutrition Principles for Performance and Recovery

    Skills you'll gain: Sports Medicine, Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Care Plans, Nutritional Assessment, Athletic Training, Nutrition Education, Meal Planning And Preparation, Needs Assessment, Physical Therapy, Manual Therapy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Emergency Care: Pregnancy, Infants, and Children: University of Colorado System
  • Creating Behavioral Change: Wesleyan University
  • AAPC Medical Biller: AAPC
  • Strength and Conditioning: Prehab/Rehab Specialist: Niel Asher Education
  • Introduction to the Biology of Cancer: Johns Hopkins University
  • Nursing Leadership: Ethics & Legal Considerations: Coursera
  • Foundation and Potential of AI in Healthcare : University of Colorado System
  • Atención Primaria en Salud: El desafío de las Enfermedades no Transmisibles: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Healthcare Career Explorer: Certified Nursing Assistant: Coursera
  • Understanding Patient Perspectives on Medications: University of Copenhagen

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