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    Clinical research courses can help you learn how to design, conduct, and manage studies that evaluate the safety and effectiveness of medical treatments and interventions.

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    • É

      École Polytechnique

      Vers l'infiniment petit - Voyages de l'infiniment grand à l'infiniment petit

      Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Research, Experimentation, Physics, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Laboratory Equipment, General Science and Research, Advanced Mathematics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      100 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Copenhagen

      Patient Perspectives on Medications: Qualitative Interviews

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Qualitative Research, Research, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Rapport Building, Patient Education and Support, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Non-Verbal Communication, Cultural Sensitivity

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      Physics 101 - Energy and Momentum

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Physics, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Calculus, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Physical Science, Mathematical Modeling, Trigonometry

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Artificial Intelligence for Breast Cancer Detection

      Skills you'll gain: Mammography, Artificial Intelligence, Medical Imaging, Image Analysis, Oncology, Computer Vision, Radiology, Bayesian Network, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Radiography, Epidemiology, Deep Learning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      70 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of London

      Doing Economics: Measuring Climate Change

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Environmental Policy, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Descriptive Statistics, Correlation Analysis, Policy Analysis, Environmental Issue, Scatter Plots, Environmental Science, Economics, Probability & Statistics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
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      Universidade de São Paulo

      Planejamento e controle da produção: fundamentos e modelagem

      Skills you'll gain: Production Planning, Production Process, Manufacturing Operations, Lean Manufacturing, Resource Planning, Inventory Control, Supply Chain Planning, Inventory Management System, Capacity Planning, Operations Management, Scheduling, Operational Efficiency, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Process Improvement, Demand Planning, Forecasting, Transportation Operations

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Imperial College London

      Healthcare Innovation: What Does Success Look Like and How to Achieve It?

      Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Feasibility Studies, Health Systems, Strategic Communication, Organizational Change, Program Evaluation, Organizational Development, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication Planning, Cognitive flexibility, Change Management, Adaptability

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
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      Packt

      Mastering Multi-Agent Development with AutoGen

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence, API Gateway, Development Environment, Automation, Prompt Engineering, Application Development, Python Programming, Human Machine Interfaces

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Geneva

      Ebola : Vaincre ensemble !

      Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Media and Communications, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Journalism, Crisis Intervention, Medical Science and Research, Emergency Response, Mathematical Modeling, Policy Analysis, Public Health, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Health Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, International Relations, Health Systems, Community Health, Microbiology

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Sciences Po

      Cities are back in town : sociologie urbaine pour un monde globalisé

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Political Sciences, World History, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Demography, Economic Development, Social Justice, Public Policies, Economics, Qualitative Research, Digital Transformation, Governance

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

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

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Education And Counseling, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Public Policies, Preventative Care, Public Health, Pharmacology, Crisis Intervention, Patient Safety, Mental and Behavioral Health, Treatment Planning, Care Coordination, Risk Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Arizona State University

      Phase Diagrams

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Engineering, Structural Analysis, Thermal Management, Engineering Analysis, Process Control

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular clinical research courses

    • Vers l'infiniment petit - Voyages de l'infiniment grand à l'infiniment petit: École Polytechnique
    • Patient Perspectives on Medications: Qualitative Interviews: University of Copenhagen
    • Physics 101 - Energy and Momentum: Rice University
    • Artificial Intelligence for Breast Cancer Detection: Johns Hopkins University
    • Doing Economics: Measuring Climate Change: University of London
    • Planejamento e controle da produção: fundamentos e modelagem: Universidade de São Paulo
    • Healthcare Innovation: What Does Success Look Like and How to Achieve It?: Imperial College London
    • Mastering Multi-Agent Development with AutoGen: Packt
    • Ebola : Vaincre ensemble !: University of Geneva
    • Cities are back in town : sociologie urbaine pour un monde globalisé: Sciences Po

    Why Learn Clinical Research?

    Clinical research is essential to advancing medical knowledge and improving patient care. It involves planning and running clinical trials, adhering to regulatory standards, and analyzing data to assess new treatments. Learning clinical research can help you support scientific discovery, contribute to public health, and pursue careers in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, or academic research.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Clinical Research

    Top courses include Design and Interpretation of Clinical Trials from Johns Hopkins University and Understanding Clinical Research: Behind the Statistics from the University of Cape Town. These programs cover the fundamentals of clinical trials, research ethics, and data analysis in health sciences.‎

    Yes. Many clinical research courses offer a free audit option, letting learners access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how clinical trials are designed and conducted, how to interpret data, and how to navigate regulatory and ethical guidelines. Some courses also explore how to communicate findings and work in multidisciplinary research teams.‎

    Not necessarily. Many beginner-friendly courses are designed for general learners and explain key concepts in accessible language. More advanced courses may assume familiarity with medical or statistical topics.‎

    Yes. Clinical research skills are valued in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, biotech, and public health. Coursera courses can help you build job-ready skills, prepare for certification exams, or explore careers in clinical trials management, data analysis, or regulatory affairs.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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