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Nursing Courses

Nursing courses can help you learn patient care techniques, medication administration, health assessment, and ethical decision-making. You can build skills in critical thinking, effective communication with patients and families, and teamwork in clinical settings. Many courses introduce tools like electronic health records (EHR) systems, patient management software, and simulation labs that enhance hands-on learning and prepare you for real-world healthcare environments.

Popular Nursing Courses and Certifications


  • C

    Coursera

    Nursing Leadership: Change Management and Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Nursing, Clinical Nursing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Stanford Online

    Supporting Families and Caregivers

    Skills you'll gain: Family Support, Caregiving, Medical Social Work, Working With Children, Psychosocial Assessments, Social Work, Interpersonal Communications

    4.5 stars, 45 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (45) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Cinematic Health

    Introduction to Becoming a CNA

    Skills you'll gain: Vital Signs, Rehabilitation, Basic Nursing Skills, Patient Safety, Basic Patient Care, Patient Observation, Caregiving, Toileting, Personal Care, Infection Control

    4.8 stars, 16 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (16) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to Integrative Nursing

    Skills you'll gain: Nursing Practices, Clinical Leadership, Patient Evaluation, Nursing, Nursing Care, Nursing and Patient Care, Patient-centered Care, Health Assessment, Clinical Assessment

    4.8 stars, 98 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (98) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    Lecturio

    Psychology and Sociology

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Health Disparities, Stress Management, Social Determinants Of Health, Psychology, Sociology, Intercultural Competence, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Demography, Neurology, Biology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    Lecturio

    Leadership and Management in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Nursing Management, Delegation Skills, Care Coordination, Clinical Leadership, Patient Communication, Conflict Management, Patient Advocacy, Communication Strategies, Nursing, Change Management, Leadership, Communication, Assertiveness, Teamwork, Collaboration, Patient Safety, Cultural Sensitivity

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Immersify

    Comfort & Care: Pain, Nutrition, Hydration Assessments

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Patient Communication, Nutritional Assessment, Clinical Nutrition, Nutrition and Diet, Patient Education and Support, Patient Evaluation, Direct Patient Care, Health Assessment, Nutrition Education, Communication, Clinical Experience, Health Care, Healthcare Ethics, Patient Safety, Health And Safety Standards, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Decision Making, Critical Thinking

    4.6 stars, 8 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Infection Prevention in Nursing Homes

    Skills you'll gain: Infection Control, Bloodborne Pathogens, Nursing Homes, Cleanliness, Sanitation, Infectious Diseases, Preventative Care

    4.8 stars, 1.2K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Toronto

    Mental Health and Resilience for Healthcare Workers

    Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Mental Health, Positivity, Stress Management, Psychology

    4.8 stars, 526 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (526) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Nursing Leadership Essentials: Quality Improvement & Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Clinical Leadership, Nursing, Nursing Care, Leadership, Collaboration, Accountability, Safety Standards

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Clinical Research in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Qualitative Research, Health Technology, Clinical Trial Management Systems, Health Care, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care Administration, Care Management, Health Systems, Medical Equipment and Technology, Research Methodologies, Research, Medical Equipment, Insurance, Healthcare 5.0, Analysis, Planning, Environment

    4.9 stars, 18 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (18) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Hospital Administration and Healthcare Management

    Skills you'll gain: Health Care Administration, Health Administration, Health Systems, Administration, Health Care, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Coordination

    4.8 stars, 20 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (20) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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