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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 California, Davis

    Sensory Science: Measuring the Senses

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Scientific Methods, Systems Of Measurement, Quantitative Research, Psychological Evaluations, Psychology, Research Methodologies, Mathematical Modeling, Neurology, Product Testing, Analytical Testing, Physiology

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Las organizaciones en el siglo XXI y su relevancia social

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Conflict Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Political Sciences, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Organizational Structure, Social Sciences, Organizational Development, Governance, Relationship Management, Innovation

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    University of California San Diego

    A New Communication Framework for Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Compassion, Patient-centered Care, Patient Advocacy, Empathy, Dignity in Care, Interpersonal Communications, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness

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    Niel Asher Education

    Sports Massage Principles for Performance and Recovery

    Skills you'll gain: Sports Medicine, Patient Evaluation, Rehabilitation, Clinical Assessment, Treatment Planning, Exercise Therapy, Manual Therapy, Patient Education And Counseling, Pain Management, Patient Treatment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Social Norms, Social Change I

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Sciences, Social Impact, Culture, Social Justice, Socioeconomics, Social Determinants Of Health, Public Policies, Behavioral Economics, Surveys, Program Evaluation, Game Theory, Qualitative Research, Data Collection, Survey Creation, Research

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Promoción de Habilidades Socioemocionales

    Skills you'll gain: Instructional Strategies, Instructional Design, Education and Training, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Social Skills, Training Programs, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Program Evaluation, Social Impact, Empathy, Psychosocial Assessments, Self-Awareness, Interpersonal Communications, Case Studies, Psychological Evaluations, Adaptability

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Niel Asher Education

    Clinical Rehab Strategies for Shoulder Dysfunction

    Skills you'll gain: Rehabilitation, Exercise Therapy, Exercise Science, Patient Evaluation, Orthopedics, Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine, Kinesiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Health Assessment, Pain Management, Athletic Training, Clinical Assessment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Patient Observation, Mental Health Therapies

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    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Responsible Medication Prescribing for Older Adults

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Interaction, Medication Therapy Management, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Prescription, Geriatrics, Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Hospital Medicine, Patient Discharges, Care Management, Care Coordination, Patient Safety, Pharmacy

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IE Business School

    Understanding economic policymaking

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Policy, Public Policies, Economics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economic Development, Tax, International Finance, Policy Analysis, Crisis Management, Fiscal Management, Financial Systems, Financial Market, Growth Strategies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Hacking COVID-19 — Course 2: Decoding SARS-CoV-2's Secrets

    Skills you'll gain: Diagnostic Tests, Bioinformatics, Computational Thinking, Model Evaluation, Molecular Biology, Infectious Diseases, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Medical Science and Research

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    American Council on Exercise

    Chronic Diseases and Comorbid Conditions

    Skills you'll gain: Chronic Diseases, Health And Wellness Coaching, Blood Pressure, Behavioral Health, Cardiology, Patient Evaluation, Personal Care, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Preventative Care, Mental Health, Diagnostic Tests, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Substance Abuse, Stress Management, Exercise Therapy, Nutrition and Diet, Exercise Science, Behavioral Management, Care Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Introduction to Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Policy, Sustainable Development, Environment, Water Resources, Environmental Issue, Demography, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Science, Environment and Resource Management, Sustainability Standards, Water Resource Management, Policy Analysis, Natural Resource Management, Social Sciences, Human Development, Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Economics

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

  • Sensory Science: Measuring the Senses: University of California, Davis
  • Las organizaciones en el siglo XXI y su relevancia social: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • A New Communication Framework for Healthcare: University of California San Diego
  • Sports Massage Principles for Performance and Recovery: Niel Asher Education
  • Social Norms, Social Change I: University of Pennsylvania
  • Promoción de Habilidades Socioemocionales: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Clinical Rehab Strategies for Shoulder Dysfunction: Niel Asher Education
  • Responsible Medication Prescribing for Older Adults: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • Understanding economic policymaking: IE Business School
  • Hacking COVID-19 — Course 2: Decoding SARS-CoV-2's Secrets: University of California San Diego

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