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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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    Find the Best Clinical Research Course for Your Goals

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      University of California, Davis

      Beer Quality: Flavor

      Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Process Control, Laboratory Testing, Scientific Methods, Product Testing, Quantitative Research, Human Factors, Microbiology

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Glasgow

      Deep learning in Electronic Health Records - CDSS 2

      Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Electocardiography, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Processing, Health Informatics, Electronic Medical Record, Data Cleansing, Feature Engineering, Data Transformation, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Predictive Modeling, Performance Testing

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Science of Firearm Injury Prevention Among Children & Teens

      Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Child Welfare, Public Health, Public Safety and National Security, Epidemiology, Family Medicine, Community Health, Health Policy, School Psychology, Risk Analysis, Program Evaluation, Mental Health, Research

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Glasgow

      Intellectual Autonomy

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Persuasive Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence, Human Learning, Verification And Validation, Public Policies

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      B

      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Análisis de riesgos de desastres y cambio climático

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Risk Modeling, Project Risk Management, Governance, Failure Analysis, Feasibility Studies, Disaster Recovery, Mitigation, Analysis, Business Metrics, Performance Metric, Vulnerability Assessments, Civil Engineering, Decision Making, Cost Benefit Analysis, Prioritization, Economic Development, Finance, Quantitative Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      R

      Rice University

      Anatomy & Physiology: Exchange and Energy

      Skills you'll gain: Respiration, Anatomy, Respiratory Care, Patient Evaluation, Pathology, Internal Medicine, Nutrition and Diet, Biology

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Modeling Data in the Tidyverse

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Modeling, Exploratory Data Analysis, R Programming, Predictive Modeling, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Regression Analysis, Data Science, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Statistical Inference, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Rmarkdown, Probability & Statistics, Machine Learning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L

      L&T EduTech

      Site Investigation

      Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Testing, Structural Engineering, Laboratory Experience, Geostatistics, Civil Engineering, Environmental Monitoring, Engineering Analysis, Experimentation, Building Codes, Research Reports, Construction, Engineering Practices, Engineering Calculations, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      C

      CVS Health

      Preparing for Your Retail Customer Service Role

      Skills you'll gain: Call Center Experience, Customer Complaint Resolution, Conflict Management, Customer Service, Interviewing Skills, Problem Solving, Professionalism, Keyword Research, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, LinkedIn

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      U

      University of California San Diego

      Hacking COVID-19 — Course 2: Decoding SARS-CoV-2's Secrets

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Laboratory Testing, Molecular Biology, Infectious Diseases, Medical Science and Research

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Vanderbilt University

      Qualitative Methods for Quantitative People (with GenAI)

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Decision Making, Team Management, Resource Allocation, Generative AI, Qualitative Research, Prompt Engineering, Analysis, Communication, Data Ethics, Quantitative Research, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Unstructured Data, Data Synthesis, Artificial Intelligence

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yonsei University

      Valuation and Financial Analysis For Startups Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Capital Budgeting, Financial Statement Analysis, Business Valuation, Strategic Decision-Making, Financial Analysis, Entrepreneurial Finance, Financial Management, Financial Modeling, Market Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Cash Flow Forecasting, Business Research, Business Analysis

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Beer Quality: Flavor: University of California, Davis
    • Deep learning in Electronic Health Records - CDSS 2: University of Glasgow
    • Science of Firearm Injury Prevention Among Children & Teens: University of Michigan
    • Intellectual Autonomy: University of Glasgow
    • Análisis de riesgos de desastres y cambio climático: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Anatomy & Physiology: Exchange and Energy: Rice University
    • Modeling Data in the Tidyverse: Johns Hopkins University
    • Site Investigation: L&T EduTech
    • Preparing for Your Retail Customer Service Role: CVS Health
    • Hacking COVID-19 — Course 2: Decoding SARS-CoV-2's Secrets: University of California San Diego

    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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