• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
​
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Health Policy

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.


More to explore:

Popular Health Policy Courses and Certifications


  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    MRI Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Medical Imaging, Image Quality, Digital Signal Processing, Medical Equipment and Technology

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    470 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Healthcare Delivery for Medical Practice Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Care Management, Practice Management, Case Management, Budget Management, Public Health, Primary Care, Patient Flow, Preventative Care, Community Health, Health Systems, Health Care, Hospital Experience, Revenue Forecasting, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Regulatory Compliance, Social Determinants Of Health

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of California San Diego

    Applied Bioinformatics

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Diagnostic Tests, Model Evaluation, Molecular Biology, Infectious Diseases, Informatics, Network Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Computational Thinking, Biochemistry, Data Mining, Scientific Visualization, Life Sciences, Tree Maps, Microbiology, Biology, Data Analysis Software, Pharmacology, Science and Research

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    68 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    University of Geneva

    Classical papers in molecular genetics

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Life Sciences, Laboratory Research, Microbiology, Experimentation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    247 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    University of Toronto

    Understanding and Managing the Stresses of Police Work

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Active Listening, Stress Management, Empowerment, De-escalation Techniques, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Biology, Social Skills, Resilience, Physiology, Communication Strategies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    453 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Michigan

    Translating Basic Research into Research for Humans

    Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Clinical Research, Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Medical Science and Research, Pharmaceuticals, Laboratory Research, Health Policy, Research

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    N

    Northeastern University

    Evaluating the Quality of Healthcare Delivery

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Assessment, Program Evaluation, Value-Based Care, Health Systems, Patient Safety, Quality Improvement, Performance Measurement, Health Policy, Scientific Methods, Performance Analysis, Performance Reporting

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    38 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    University of Michigan

    Impacting the Opioid Crisis: Prevention, Education, and Practice for Non-Prescribing Providers

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Pharmacology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    51 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    Universidad Nacional de Colombia

    Uso prudente de antimicrobianos en el entorno hospitalario

    Skills you'll gain: Infection Control, Pharmacology, Hand Hygiene, Medical Prescription, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Medication Administration, Infectious Diseases, Utilization Management, Diagnostic Tests, Microbiology, Pulmonology, Urology, Treatment Planning, Clinical Practices, Clinical Assessment

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    350 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    T

    The University of Edinburgh

    Animal Welfare in the Clinic

    Skills you'll gain: Anesthesiology, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, Pre-Anesthetic Assessment, Pain Management, Patient Education And Counseling, Stress Management, Preventative Care, Perioperative Care, Operating Room (OR), Clinical Practices, Patient Positioning, Clinical Nutrition, Behavioral Health, Patient Observation, Behavior Management, Long Term Care

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    43 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    University of Toronto

    Knowledge and Skills for Dementia Care: the SSLD Approach

    Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Long Term Care, Geriatrics, Caregiving, Nursing Homes, Dignity in Care, Home Health Care, Mental and Behavioral Health, Care Management, Community Development, Substance Abuse, Patient-centered Care, Diversity Awareness, Informed Consent, Behavior Management, Needs Assessment

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    131 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Cambridge

    The science of mind and decision making

    Skills you'll gain: Human Learning, Child Development, Psychology, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Teaching, Decision Making, Learning Theory, Instructional Strategies, Pedagogy, Learning Strategies, Developmental Disabilities, Empathy, Working With Children, Neurology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Medical Imaging, Electrophysiology, Human Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    140 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

1…656667…233

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

  • MRI Fundamentals: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Healthcare Delivery for Medical Practice Managers: Johns Hopkins University
  • Applied Bioinformatics: University of California San Diego
  • Classical papers in molecular genetics: University of Geneva
  • Understanding and Managing the Stresses of Police Work: University of Toronto
  • Translating Basic Research into Research for Humans : University of Michigan
  • Evaluating the Quality of Healthcare Delivery: Northeastern University
  • Impacting the Opioid Crisis: Prevention, Education, and Practice for Non-Prescribing Providers: University of Michigan
  • Uso prudente de antimicrobianos en el entorno hospitalario: Universidad Nacional de Colombia
  • Animal Welfare in the Clinic: The University of Edinburgh

Other topics to explore

Arts and Humanities
338 courses
Business
1095 courses
Computer Science
668 courses
Data Science
425 courses
Information Technology
145 courses
Health
471 courses
Math and Logic
70 courses
Personal Development
137 courses
Physical Science and Engineering
413 courses
Social Sciences
401 courses
Language Learning
150 courses

Coursera Footer

Skills

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • English Speaking
  • Generative AI (GenAI)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • Project Management
  • Python

Certificates & Programs

  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM Data Analyst Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Machine Learning Certificate
  • Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Certificate
  • UI / UX Design Certificate

Industries & Careers

  • Business
  • Computer Science
  • Data Science
  • Education & Teaching
  • Engineering
  • Finance
  • Healthcare
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Information Technology (IT)
  • Marketing

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • Examples of Strengths and Weaknesses for Job Interviews
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How Does Cryptocurrency Work?
  • How to Highlight Duplicates in Google Sheets
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
  • Preparing for the PMP Certification
  • Signs You Will Get the Job After an Interview
  • What Is Artificial Intelligence?

Coursera

  • About
  • What We Offer
  • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Catalog
  • Coursera Plus
  • Professional Certificates
  • MasterTrack® Certificates
  • Degrees
  • For Enterprise
  • For Government
  • For Campus
  • Become a Partner
  • Social Impact
  • Free Courses
  • Share your Coursera learning story

Community

  • Learners
  • Partners
  • Beta Testers
  • Blog
  • The Coursera Podcast
  • Tech Blog

More

  • Press
  • Investors
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Help
  • Accessibility
  • Contact
  • Articles
  • Directory
  • Affiliates
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Do Not Sell/Share
Learn Anywhere
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Logo of Certified B Corporation
© 2026 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Coursera Facebook
  • Coursera Linkedin
  • Coursera Twitter
  • Coursera YouTube
  • Coursera Instagram
  • Coursera TikTok