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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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    Northeastern University

    Intro to Health Informatics and Health Information Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Health Technology, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Clinical Informatics, Health Information Management, Electronic Medical Record System, Health Care, Medical Records, Health Systems, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Electronic Medical Record, Informatics, Usability, Interoperability, Telehealth, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Responsible AI, Human Computer Interaction, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Computerized Physician Order Entry

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Strategic Management & Business Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Business Strategies, Business Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Business Planning, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making, Strategic Thinking, Plan Execution, Corporate Strategy, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Data Visualization, Consulting, Stakeholder Communications, Goal Setting, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Analysis, Performance Metric

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    Imperial College London

    Global Health Innovations

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Product Development, Intellectual Property, Design Thinking, New Product Development, Health Systems, Presentations, Public Speaking, Stakeholder Analysis, Sales Presentation, Stakeholder Communications, Commercialization, Ideation, Organizational Structure, Persuasive Communication, Oral Expression, Strategic Communication, Organizational Change, Entrepreneurship, Public Health

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    Wesleyan University

    Suicide Prevention

    Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Research, Crisis Intervention, Research Methodologies, Epidemiology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Public Health, Mental Health, Mental Health Therapies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Biological Engineering, Governance, Biotechnology, Policy Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Research Ethics, Health Policy, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Environmental Issue, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Policy Development, Informed Consent, Case Studies

    4.1
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The State University of New York

    Global Health Diplomacy

    Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Health Policy, Governance, Health Systems, Public Health, International Finance, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Safety and National Security, Philanthropy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Water Resources Management and Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Water Resource Management, Water Sustainability, Hydrology, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Laws, Environmental Policy, Governance, International Relations, Community Development, Diplomacy, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Coordination, Case Studies

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Public Health Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Health Informatics, Public Health, Health Policy, Personal Development, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Clinical Informatics, Intercultural Competence, Professional Development, Emergency Services, Health Care Administration, Health Administration, Crisis Intervention, Health Equity, Initiative and Leadership, Informatics, Health Care, Data Analysis, Cultural Diversity, Adaptability

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    Imperial College London

    Health Coaching Conversations

    Skills you'll gain: Health And Wellness Coaching, Patient Communication, Motivational Interviewing, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Health Promotion, Coaching, Goal Setting, Health Care, Communication, Empowerment, Planning

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    The University of Sydney

    Life, Health and Radiation

    Skills you'll gain: Radiation Protection, Medical Imaging, Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology, Radiography, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Patient Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Radiation Therapy, Safety Standards, Dental Radiography, electromagnetics, Physics, Biology

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Using BGP Policy Controls

    Skills you'll gain: Network Routers, Network Planning And Design, Network Troubleshooting, Network Monitoring, Network Administration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Foundations of Global Health

    Skills you'll gain: Advocacy, Training Programs, Health Systems, Health Policy, Primary Care, Education and Training, Community Health, Smart Goals, Intercultural Competence, Sanitation, Crisis Intervention, Health Promotion, Community Development, Health Care Administration, Train The Trainer, Behavioral Health, Cultural Sensitivity, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Health Equity

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Intro to Health Informatics and Health Information Systems: Northeastern University
  • Strategic Management & Business Policy: EDUCBA
  • Global Health Innovations: Imperial College London
  • Suicide Prevention: Wesleyan University
  • Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy: Johns Hopkins University
  • Global Health Diplomacy: The State University of New York
  • Water Resources Management and Policy: University of Geneva
  • Public Health Leadership: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Health Coaching Conversations: Imperial College London
  • Life, Health and Radiation: The University of Sydney

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