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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Healthcare: Transforming Personalized Care

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Medical Privacy, Generative AI Agents, Medical Management, AI Personalization, Regulatory Compliance, Patient Flow, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Informatics, Personally Identifiable Information, Patient Evaluation, Healthcare Ethics, Health Technology, Health Care, Health Systems, Emerging Technologies, Care Coordination, Data Governance, Technology Strategies, Solution Design

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Advanced Deep Learning Methods for Healthcare

      Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Generative AI, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Image Analysis, Graph Theory, Network Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Health Informatics, Machine Learning Software, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Vision, Predictive Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Data Synthesis, Python Programming

      3.4
      Rating, 3.4 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      DeepLearning.AI

      AI Python for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Jupyter, Python Programming, Data Analysis, ChatGPT, Application Development, Generative AI, Scripting, Automation, Computer Programming, Application Programming Interface (API)

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      113 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northeastern University

      Business Application of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare

      Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Decision Support Systems, Business Intelligence, Business Analytics, Business Process Automation, Predictive Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer experience strategy (CX), Advanced Analytics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Process Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Emerging Technologies

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      81 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
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      University of Pennsylvania

      The Cost of Care: Why is U.S. Healthcare so Expensive?

      Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Health Systems, Medicare, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Administration, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Care, Systems Thinking, Long Term Care, Governance

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Novartis

      Clinical Trials: Good Clinical Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Healthcare Ethics, Patient Education And Counseling, Record Keeping, Medical Science and Research, Regulatory Compliance, Document Management, Medical Privacy, Patient Safety, Risk Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      507 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Pittsburgh

      Disaster Preparedness

      Skills you'll gain: Triage, Mitigation, Emergency Response, Safety and Security, Emergency Medicine, First Aid, Healthcare Ethics, Risk Analysis, Stress Management, Resourcefulness, Adaptability, Water Resources, Cultural Diversity, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Wesleyan University

      Abnormal Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Motivational Interviewing, Psychological Evaluations, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health Therapies, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Psychotherapy, Clinical Psychology, Behavior Management, Mental Health, Cultural Diversity, Psychology, Experimentation, Interpersonal Communications, Stress Management, Learning Theory, Goal Setting, Health Disparities, Healthcare Ethics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      659 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

      Startup Entrepreneurship

      Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Innovation, Business Planning, Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Creative Thinking, Value Propositions, Design Thinking, Creativity, Entrepreneurship, Team Building, Operations Management, Resourcefulness, Thought Leadership, Problem Solving, Visionary, Business Strategy, Market Research, Business Strategies, Market Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Yale University

      Introduction to Breast Cancer

      Skills you'll gain: Mammography, Oncology, Clinical Trials, Surgery, Care Management, Preventative Care, Precision Medicine, Patient Treatment, Maternal Health, Biology, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Epidemiology, Patient Education and Support, Molecular Biology, Radiation Protection, Risk Analysis

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      University of Colorado System

      EMT Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Vital Signs, Emergency Medical Services, Patient Evaluation, Medical History Documentation, Medical Terminology, Health Assessment, Emergency Medicine, Patient Preparation, Medical Emergency, Patient Safety, Anatomy, Safety Assurance, Stress Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Climate and Health for Healthcare Professions

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Environmental Issue, Advocacy, Environmental Science, Community Health, Health Care, Public Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Health Systems, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Systems Thinking, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Policy, Emergency Response

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular healthcare courses

    • GenAI for Healthcare: Transforming Personalized Care: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Advanced Deep Learning Methods for Healthcare: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • AI Python for Beginners: DeepLearning.AI
    • Business Application of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare: Northeastern University
    • The Cost of Care: Why is U.S. Healthcare so Expensive?: University of Pennsylvania
    • Clinical Trials: Good Clinical Practice: Novartis
    • Disaster Preparedness: University of Pittsburgh
    • Abnormal Psychology: Wesleyan University
    • Startup Entrepreneurship: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
    • Introduction to Breast Cancer: Yale University

    Frequently Asked Questions about Healthcare

    Healthcare is the prevention and treatment of illness as well as the improvement of wellbeing by medical professionals. This term can be used to describe healthcare provided to individuals, but often refers to the healthcare delivery systems responsible for providing health services to communities more broadly, including entire countries. Access to healthcare is thus important for promoting and maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of the general public.

    Healthcare is especially important to learn about because it is becoming more complex as health economics change. In the United States and other countries, the question of how to provide affordable and effective health insurance has been a politically challenging one, as healthcare costs have grown alongside aging populations - and existing government policies to ensure healthcare access have struggled to keep up. The provision of insurance and health services more broadly may be covered by public entities, private companies, or both, and different countries are attempting to meet these needs with different combinations of policy frameworks.

    As in other areas of the economy, the growing use of information technology holds promise to transform this sector. Health informatics is helping medical professionals manage patient data far more efficiently, facilitating better treatment and enhanced collaboration between different healthcare providers. The power of this approach will be further enhanced by advances in artificial intelligence (AI), which will allow doctors to harness more information for diagnosis and develop data-driven decision support systems for the evaluation of different treatments for patients.‎

    The functioning of the healthcare system depends on not only doctors and nurses but on the skilled healthcare administration professionals who manage hospitals and clinics where they work. These administrators are responsible for ensuring the coordination of everything that goes into the effective delivery of healthcare services as well as the financial sustainability of their operations.

    According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, these healthcare administrators and healthcare services managers are in high demand, with jobs in this area expected to grow much faster than the rest of the economy over the next decade. These roles are also highly paid; in 2019, they earned a median annual salary of $100,980.‎

    Yes! There are opportunities to learn about a wide range of health and wellness topics on Coursera, including courses and Specializations spanning multiple courses about healthcare specifically. You can learn about the business of healthcare, the laws and policy frameworks that govern it, or the ways that technology advances are creating new possibilities in the sector. Across all of these healthcare topics and more, you can learn from top-ranked institutions like Stanford University, Johns Hopkins University, Rutgers the State University of New Jersey, University of Pennsylvania, and University of Minnesota.‎

    If you have worked in any type of health care setting or been involved with a public health initiative, you may have some of the skills and experience necessary to learn more about health care. If you have experience in data management and evaluation, you may also have skills needed to learn health care. Some of the definitive skills you may need to have before studying any facet of health care include communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.‎

    Learning health care may be right for you if you interact with patients or health care organizations. The subject may benefit you if you want to fully understand the major challenges and key stakeholders of the U.S. health care system and how to improve the delivery of health care to patients. It may be the right subject for you to study if you want to better understand the business, costs, and quality initiatives of health care systems. The subject may be right for you if you want to learn advanced knowledge and skills to help assess current and future health care trends, identify changes and manage strategies in the health care landscape, or have an impact on the quality of health care delivery to patients whether it is at the local, national, or global level. If you are interested in learning more about the cutting-edge field of digital health care and the design, development, and implementation of digital health technologies, then learning the subject may be right for you.‎

    If you plan to work in administrative roles, some subjects related to health care that you can study include data management, business leadership, and economics. If you are interested in the high-tech area of health care, you could study artificial intelligence and machine learning, as these subjects will greatly impact the science, practice, and business of health care and medicine.‎

    You could follow a common career path with a focus on patient care in a hospital or other type of health setting if you study health care. Another common career path for someone in health care is in the supporting fields of health care IT systems, the development of eHealth platforms, or the development of systems that monitor everything from patient safety to workplace quality improvements. Another common career path is health care administration. There are many common, yet varied, career paths for someone in health care.‎

    Online Healthcare courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Healthcare skills. Choose from a wide range of Healthcare courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Healthcare, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    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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