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Pediatrics Courses

Pediatrics courses can help you learn child development, immunization practices, and common pediatric illnesses. You can build skills in effective communication with children and families, conducting developmental screenings, and managing pediatric emergencies. Many courses introduce tools such as growth charts, vaccination schedules, and electronic health records, that support tracking patient progress and ensuring comprehensive care.

Popular Pediatrics Courses and Certifications


  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Drug Development and Pharmacoepidemiology

    Skills you'll gain: Medication Therapy Management, Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmacology, Medical Prescription, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Pharmacy, Clinical Research, Patient Education and Support, Pre-Clinical Development, Patient Safety, Statistical Analysis, Value-Based Care, Epidemiology, Utilization Management, Program Evaluation, Public Health, Data Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (158) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    Stanford University

    Health Across the Gender Spectrum

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Child Welfare, Pediatrics, Cultural Sensitivity, Working With Children, Family Support, Toileting, Human Development, Mental Health, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Health Equity, Child Development, Parent Communication, Child Health, Sociology, Health Disparities, Healthcare Ethics, Medical Support, Public Health

    ★ 4.8 (2.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • R

    Rice University

    Fundamentals of Immunology

    Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Anatomy, Pharmacology, Preventative Care, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Chronic Diseases, Biological Engineering, Physiology, Hematology, Life Sciences, Medical Terminology, Oncology, Microbiology, Pharmaceuticals, Cell Biology, Blood Banking

    ★ 4.7 (2.2K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Managing Asthma, Allergies, Diabetes, and Seizures in School

    Skills you'll gain: Chronic Diseases, Parent Communication, Care Management, Pediatric First Aid, Care Coordination, Psychosocial Assessments, Medical Emergency, Patient Coordination, Health Education, First Aid, Patient Education and Support, Patient Assistance, Pediatrics, Emergency Response, Pulmonology, Pediatric Nursing, Nursing Care, Nurse Education, Respiratory Care, Food Safety and Sanitation

    ★ 4.8 (735) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Peking University

    Health Care and Promotion for Infants and Toddlers

    Skills you'll gain: Pediatric Nursing, Infant Care, Pediatrics, Child Health, Pediatric First Aid, Nutrition and Diet, Nursing Care, Working With Children, Clinical Nutrition, Oral Health, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Toileting, Infectious Diseases, Dental Care, Respiratory Care, Airway Management, Immunology, Infection Control, Heimlich Maneuver

    ★ 4.9 (21) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    Universidades Anáhuac

    Medical Spanish for Healthcare Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Medical History Documentation, Oral and Dental Care, Patient Communication, Spanish Language, Dental Instruments, Language Competency, Bilingual (Spanish/English), Clinical Assessment, Health Care, Hospital Experience, Patient-centered Care, Health Disparities, Basic Patient Care, Patient Observation, Clinical Practices, Language Learning, Patient Assistance, Treatment Planning, Active Listening

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Guidance to Keep Newborn Babies Safe and Healthy

    Skills you'll gain: Infant Care, Postpartum Care, Child Health, Maternal Health, Child Development, Injury Prevention, Nutrition and Diet, Safety Standards, Accident Prevention, Patient Education And Counseling, Caregiving, Family Support, Stress Management

    ★ 4.8 (229) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    Stanford University

    Palliative Care Always

    Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Pain Management, Psychosocial Assessments, Patient Communication, Patient-centered Care, Parent Communication, Caregiving, Family Support, Patient Education and Support, Compassion, Patient Advocacy, Cultural Responsiveness, Personal Care, Direct Patient Care, Care Management, Child Welfare, Patient Treatment, Pediatrics, Oncology, Patient Evaluation

    ★ 4.7 (169) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • T

    Taipei Medical University

    Clinical Pharmacokinetics: Dosing and Monitoring

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacotherapy, Pharmacology, Medical Prescription, Drug Interaction, Medication Therapy Management, Medication Dispensation, Clinical Monitoring, Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Research, Drug Development, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Nephrology, Patient Safety, Mathematical Modeling, Physiology, Analytical Testing, Biochemistry, Continuous Monitoring, Biotechnology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Medical Emergencies: CPR, Toxicology, and Wilderness

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Emergency, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator, Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Medicine, Life Support, First Aid, Defibrillation, Patient Advocacy, Acute Care, Mental and Behavioral Health, Nephrology, Airway Management, Pharmacology, Patient-centered Care, Patient Evaluation, Psychosocial Assessments, Clinical Assessment, Physiology, Substance Abuse

    ★ 4.8 (546) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Recognizing Suicidality in Youth Mental Health

    Skills you'll gain: Working With Children, Preventative Care, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Child Welfare, Pediatrics, Student Support and Services, Community Mental Health Services, School Psychology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Mental and Behavioral Health, School Counseling, Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Parent Communication, Psychosocial Assessments, Patient Education And Counseling, Vulnerability, Patient Observation, English Language

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Free
    Free
  • L

    Lecturio

    Nursing Prerequisites: Essential Sciences for Future Nurses

    Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Pharmacology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Health Disparities, Molecular Biology, Infection Control, Infectious Diseases, Chemistry, Social Sciences, Biochemistry, Psychology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Sociology, Cultural Sensitivity, Analytical Chemistry, Immunology, Behavior Management, Biology, Decision Making, Taxonomy

    ★ 4.5 (20) · Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular pediatrics courses

  • Drug Development and Pharmacoepidemiology: Johns Hopkins University
  • Health Across the Gender Spectrum: Stanford University
  • Fundamentals of Immunology: Rice University
  • Managing Asthma, Allergies, Diabetes, and Seizures in School: University of Colorado System
  • Health Care and Promotion for Infants and Toddlers: Peking University
  • Medical Spanish for Healthcare Professionals: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Guidance to Keep Newborn Babies Safe and Healthy: University of Colorado System
  • Palliative Care Always: Stanford University
  • Clinical Pharmacokinetics: Dosing and Monitoring: Taipei Medical University
  • Medical Emergencies: CPR, Toxicology, and Wilderness: University of Colorado System

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