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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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    University of Colorado System

    Pain Management: Easing Pain in Palliative Care

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Patient-centered Care, Hospice, Patient Evaluation, Treatment Planning, Contraindication, Psychosocial Assessments, Pharmacotherapy, Patient Safety, Pharmacology, Medication Therapy Management, Clinical Assessment, Drug Interaction, Patient Communication, Physical Therapy, Substance Abuse, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    MedCerts

    Pediatric, Geriatric, Phlebotomy, and Cardiology Assisting

    Skills you'll gain: Phlebotomy, Blood Collection, Urinalysis, Geriatrics, Laboratory Testing, Venipuncture, Electocardiography, Pediatrics, Specimen Collection, Patient Education and Support, Medical Laboratory, Cardiology, Child Health, Medical Assistance, Patient Preparation, Cardiac Dysrhythmia, Diagnostic Tests, Basic Patient Care, Patient Communication, Infection Control

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Niel Asher Education

    Foundations of Yoga: Building a Strong Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Meditation & Breathwork, Rehabilitation, Clinical Practices, Exercise Therapy, Physical Therapy, Stress Management, Mobility Assistance, Adaptive Equipment, Manual Therapy, Health And Wellness Coaching, Occupational Therapy, Occupational Safety And Health, Health Education, Health Promotion, Mental Health, Health Care, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health Therapies, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    ¿Qué financiar en salud y a qué precio?

    Skills you'll gain: Prioritization, Managed Care, Health Equity, Health Policy, Utilization Management, Strategic Prioritization, Health Disparities, Health Systems, Health Care, Pharmaceuticals, Public Health, Policy Analysis, Benefits Administration, Resource Allocation, Price Negotiation, Decision Making, Health Assessment, Governance, Health Technology, Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    MedCerts

    Patient-Centered Care Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient-centered Care, Nutrition Education, Nutrition and Diet, Basic Patient Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Vital Signs, Direct Patient Care, Medical Assistance, Patient Education and Support, Clinical Nutrition, Health Assessment, Patient Observation, Health And Wellness Coaching, Medical History Documentation

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    14 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Lecturio

    Medical-Surgical Nursing: Cardiovascular & ECG Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Electocardiography, Cardiac Dysrhythmia, Cardiac Surgery, Chronic Diseases, Hemodynamics, Patient Education And Counseling, Cardiology, Medical Surgical Nursing, Care Management, Cardiac Stress Testing, Patient Observation, Nursing, Patient Evaluation, Life Support, Electrophysiology, Care Coordination, Patient Education and Support, Anatomy, Physiology, Clinical Nursing

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    La telesalud y telemedicina enfocadas a la atención en salud

    Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Patient Communication, Chronic Diseases, Health Technology, Medical Telemetry, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Education and Support, Patient-centered Care, Care Management, Health Assessment, Medical Privacy, Healthcare Ethics, Health Administration, Health Care, Care Coordination, Medical Equipment and Technology, Technology Solutions, Telecommunications, Clinical Monitoring, Health Informatics

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    51 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Psychosocial Aspects of Obesity

    Skills you'll gain: Mental and Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychosocial Assessments, Mental Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Social Sciences, Behavior Management, Nutrition and Diet, Social Impact

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Emory University

    The Psychology of Thrill Seekers

    Skills you'll gain: Habit Formation, Mental and Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health, Psychology, Human Development, Biology, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Risk Management, Physiology, Interpersonal Communications

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Hospital Administration and Healthcare Management

    Skills you'll gain: Health Care Administration, Hospital Experience, Health Administration, Medical Management, Health Systems, Administration, Care Management, Health Care, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Care Coordination, Coordination

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Niel Asher Education

    Niel Asher Education Advanced Personal Trainer

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Counseling, Exercise Science, Sports Medicine, Exercise Therapy, Athletic Training, Patient Positioning, Lifting Ability, Kinesiology, Nutrition Care Plans, Injury Prevention, Nutritional Assessment, Rehabilitation, Mobility Assistance, Nutrition and Diet, Manual Therapy, Nutrition Education, Training Programs, Health And Wellness Coaching, Education and Training, Pain Management

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Parsons School of Design, The New School

    Sustainable Construction in a Circular Economy

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Technologies, Construction, Architecture and Construction, Sustainable Business, Materials Management, Procurement, Building Design, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainability Standards, Systems Thinking, Waste Minimization, Environmental Issue, Digital Transformation, Health And Safety Standards, Innovation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Pain Management: Easing Pain in Palliative Care: University of Colorado System
  • Pediatric, Geriatric, Phlebotomy, and Cardiology Assisting: MedCerts
  • Foundations of Yoga: Building a Strong Practice: Niel Asher Education
  • ¿Qué financiar en salud y a qué precio?: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Patient-Centered Care Essentials: MedCerts
  • Medical-Surgical Nursing: Cardiovascular & ECG Essentials: Lecturio
  • La telesalud y telemedicina enfocadas a la atención en salud: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Psychosocial Aspects of Obesity: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • The Psychology of Thrill Seekers: Emory University
  • Hospital Administration and Healthcare Management: EDUCBA

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