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.

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Public Health, Anatomy, Molecular Biology, Infectious Diseases, Medical Terminology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Niel Asher Education
Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Sports Medicine, Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Care Plans, Athletic Training, Rehabilitation, Kinesiology, Manual Therapy, Lifting Ability, Exercise Therapy, Exercise Science, Nutritional Assessment, Mobility Assistance, Nutrition Education, Physical Therapy, Preventative Care, Health And Wellness Coaching, Training Programs, Pain Management, Education and Training
Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Constructive Feedback, Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, Compassion, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Empathy, Employee Engagement, Telehealth, Interpersonal Communications, Self-Awareness, Active Listening, Communication, Data Analysis, Cultural Sensitivity, Quality Improvement, Leadership and Management, Continuous Improvement Process
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Public Health, Exercise Science, Health Policy, Substance Abuse, Medical Science and Research, Pain Management, Research, Immunology, Pharmacology, Risk Analysis, Chronic Diseases, Data Collection, Personal Development, Psychology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Compassion, Food and Beverage, Nutrition and Diet, Mindfulness, Behavioral Health, Self-Awareness, Empowerment, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Experimentation, Critical Thinking, Research Design, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Regression Analysis, Statistical Inference, Probability, Correlation Analysis, Adaptability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Medication Therapy Management, Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmacology, Medical Prescription, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Research, Pre-Clinical Development, Drug Interaction, Patient Safety, Medical Devices, Statistical Analysis, Value-Based Care, Epidemiology, Utilization Management, Program Evaluation, Public Health, Data Analysis
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Research, Research Methodologies, Program Evaluation, Community Health, Public Health, Health Policy, Qualitative Research, Case Studies, Patient Communication, Social Impact
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Public Health, Health Promotion, Preventative Care, Community Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Systems, Epidemiology, Demography, Health Policy, Social Sciences, Infectious Diseases, Systems Thinking
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Communication Disorders, Neurology, School Psychology, Patient Evaluation, Disabilities, Special Education, Pediatrics, Child Development, Rehabilitation, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Assessment, Mental Health, Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Occupational Therapy, Psychological Evaluations
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The University of Edinburgh
Skills you'll gain: Applied Behavior Analysis, Behavior Management, Cultural Diversity, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Caregiving, Non-Verbal Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, Biology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient-centered Care, Empathy, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Constructive Feedback, Peer Review, Active Listening, Compassion, Communication, Self-Awareness, Education and Training
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks