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.

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Midwifery, Child Health, Childbirth, Postpartum Care, Prenatal Care, Health Disparities, Care Management, Health Equity, Dignity in Care, Infant Care, Patient-centered Care, Health Policy, Cultural Responsiveness, Advocacy
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Clinical Leadership, Nursing Management, Leadership, Nursing Administration, Nursing, Health Informatics, Innovation, Systems Thinking, Self-Awareness, Personal Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Cardiology, Anatomy, Gynecology, Urology, Respiration, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Surgery, Medical Terminology, Surgery
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Compassion, Patient-centered Care, Patient Advocacy, Empathy, Dignity in Care, Interpersonal Communications, Active Listening, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient-centered Care, Caregiving, Active Listening, Pain Management, Basic Patient Care, Communication, Communication Strategies, Empathy, Psychosocial Assessments, Self-Awareness, Health Assessment, Treatment Planning, Family Support, Planning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Patient-centered Care, Clinical Supervision, Clinical Experience, Healthcare Ethics, Basic Patient Care, Patient Communication, Patient Advocacy, Dignity in Care, Patient Treatment, Patient Safety, Patient Evaluation, Health Care, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Health Assessment, Professionalism, Communication, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Empathy, Decision Making, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Postpartum Care, Respiratory Care, Infant Care, Maternal Health, Respiration, Preventative Care, Pediatric Nursing, Nursing Care, Pediatrics, Health Assessment, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Cardiology, Nutritional Assessment, Clinical Assessment, Diagnostic Tests, Safety Standards
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Nursing Management, Clinical Leadership, Intercultural Competence, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Awareness, Nursing Practices, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Responsiveness, Leadership, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Nursing, Recognizing Others, Culture, Cultural Sensitivity, Patient Communication, Program Standards, Communication Strategies, Policy Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Patient Communication, Hospice, Patient-centered Care, Caregiving, Patient Evaluation, Active Listening, Basic Patient Care, Psychosocial Assessments, Treatment Planning, Healthcare Ethics, Respiratory Care, Communication Strategies, Respiratory Therapy, Empathy, Patient Education and Support, Self-Awareness, Care Management, Health Assessment, Communication
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Clinical Leadership, Healthcare Ethics, Nursing Management, Nursing Administration, Teamwork, Leadership, Team Collaboration, Nursing Practices, Nursing, Collaboration, Patient Safety, Initiative and Leadership, Trustworthiness, Mentorship, Clinical Experience, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Adaptability, Patient-centered Care, Decision Making, Accountability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient Advocacy, Nursing Care, Nursing Practices, Healthcare Ethics, Active Listening, Teamwork, Nursing, Patient-centered Care, Communication Strategies, Professionalism, Conflict Management, Patient Education And Counseling, Communication, Health Care, Patient Evaluation, Health Assessment, Patient Preparation, Patient Safety, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Peking University
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, Airway Management, Immunology, Infection Control, Heimlich Maneuver
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months