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      Johns Hopkins University

      Human Resources Management Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Change Management, Performance Review, Human Resource Policies, Recruitment, Employee Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion, Interviewing Skills, Human Resources, Employee Onboarding, Goal Setting, Health Care Administration, Internal Communications

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Los gobiernos locales como actores internacionales

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Public Policies, Policy Development, Public Affairs, Diplomacy, Economic Development, Policy Analysis, Community Development, Legal Research, Advocacy, Governance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      957 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Copenhagen

      Constitutional Struggles in the Muslim World

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, International Relations, Governance, World History, Policy Analysis, Sociology, Civil Law, Socioeconomics, Economics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Cape Town

      Climate Adaptation in Africa

      Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Strategic Planning, Environmental Policy, Land Management, Mitigation, Community Development, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Civil Engineering, Environment, Finance, Natural Resource Management, Risk Management, Public Works, Socioeconomics, Economic Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Vulnerability, Governance

      4.8
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      120 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, Preventative Care, Public Health, Pharmacology, Crisis Intervention, Mental and Behavioral Health, Treatment Planning, Care Coordination, Risk Analysis, Motivational Interviewing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Understanding Fitness Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Train The Trainer, Rehabilitation, Coaching, Physical Therapy, Kinesiology, Injury Prevention, Safety Assurance, Adaptability, Goal Setting, Communication, Anatomy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      American Psychological Association

      Qualitative Research Methods in Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Interviewing Skills, Research, Research Methodologies, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Social Sciences, Research Design, Culture, Psychology, Analytical Skills, Rapport Building, Anthropology, Diversity Awareness

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      La salud vegetal. Plagas y enfermedades en plantas

      Skills you'll gain: Pathology, Infectious Diseases, Microbiology, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Biology, Environmental Science, Taxonomy, Molecular Biology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Speaking and Presenting: Conversation Starters

      Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Communication Strategies, Presentations, Interpersonal Communications, Cognitive flexibility, Storytelling, Active Listening, Adaptability, Creativity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      66 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EIT Digital

      Privacy in the Western World

      Skills you'll gain: Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Law, Regulation, and Compliance, International Relations, Data Security, Cybersecurity, World History, European History, Research

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      214 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IESE Business School

      Communicating with Presence

      Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Media Relations, Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Corporate Communications, Communication, Storytelling, Influencing, Crisis Management, Journalism, Business Communication, Leadership, Public Relations, Strategic Communication, Trustworthiness, Interviewing Skills, Media Strategy, Non-Verbal Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Big Stuff: Evolution and Ecology

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Environmental Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Social Studies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      43 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Human Resources Management Essentials: Johns Hopkins University
    • Los gobiernos locales como actores internacionales: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Constitutional Struggles in the Muslim World: University of Copenhagen
    • Climate Adaptation in Africa: University of Cape Town
    • Impacting the Opioid Crisis: Prevention, Education, and Practice for Non-Prescribing Providers: University of Michigan
    • Understanding Fitness Programming: National Academy of Sports Medicine
    • Qualitative Research Methods in Psychology: American Psychological Association
    • La salud vegetal. Plagas y enfermedades en plantas: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Speaking and Presenting: Conversation Starters: University of Michigan
    • Privacy in the Western World: EIT Digital

    Frequently Asked Questions about Public Health

    Public health courses on Coursera cover a wide range of topics to help you understand and address health issues on a large scale:

    • Essentials of epidemiology and how to track disease spread.
    • Strategies for designing and implementing effective health programs and policies.
    • Methods for conducting health research and data analysis.
    • Understanding of global health challenges and solutions.
    • Principles of environmental health, including how to manage and prevent health risks associated with environmental factors.
    • Health promotion and disease prevention techniques.
    • Skills for crisis management and response to health emergencies.‎

    Public health courses on Coursera cater to all levels of interest and expertise:

    • Beginners can start with introductory courses that provide an overview of core public health concepts.
    • Those with some background in health or related fields can deepen their knowledge with intermediate courses focusing on more specialized areas.
    • Advanced courses are available for professionals and students who are looking to lead public health initiatives or conduct advanced research. ‎

    Coursera offers a variety of options for academic and professional advancement in public health:

    • Professional certificates that can support career transitions or advancements in the public health field.
    • Specialized course certificates that acknowledge your expertise in specific public health areas.
    • Degrees and professional certificates from accredited institutions that can help prepare you for leadership roles in public health. ‎

    Studying public health on Coursera can open doors to impactful careers aimed at improving community health:

    • Public Health Officer: Lead initiatives to improve health services and outcomes within communities.
    • Epidemiologist: Investigate patterns and causes of disease and injury.
    • Health Policy Analyst: Shape policies that affect the health of populations.
    • Environmental Health Scientist: Explore and address environmental factors affecting public health.
    • Community Health Worker: Engage directly with communities to promote wellness and educate on health practices.‎
    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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