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    • U

      Universitat de Barcelona

      Molecular Tumor Board 2023-2024

      Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Oncology, Clinical Research, Pathology, Molecular Biology, Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, Pharmacology, Radiology, Surgery

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Cervical Cancer Risk Prediction Using Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Predictive Modeling, Matplotlib, Data Import/Export, Pandas (Python Package), Applied Machine Learning, Data Visualization Software, NumPy, Data Manipulation, Machine Learning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • S

      Stanford University

      Formação sobre a COVID-19 para Profissionais de Saúde

      Skills you'll gain: Respiratory Care, Patient Evaluation, Telehealth, Respiratory Therapy, Health Assessment, Critical Care, Acute Care, Emergency and Intensive Care, Patient Treatment, Infection Control, Vital Signs, Medical Ultrasonography, Patient Positioning, Infectious Diseases

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      72 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Michigan

      Translating Research to Healthcare Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Policy Development, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Policy Analysis, Advocacy, Health Care, Public Policies, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Medical Science and Research, Public Health, Research

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      U

      Universitat de Barcelona

      Molecular Tumor Board 2024-25

      Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Oncology, Molecular Biology, Pathology, Laboratory Testing, Treatment Planning, Clinical Research, Pharmacology, Patient Treatment

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      Universiteit Leiden

      Mind of the Universe - Genetic Privacy: should we be concerned?

      Skills you'll gain: Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Information Privacy, Healthcare Ethics, Medical Privacy, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      T

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Competencias en Telesalud para el profesional de la salud

      Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Health Technology, Patient Education And Counseling, Medical Privacy, Health Care, Telecommunications, Patient Safety, Health Informatics, Health Administration, Chronic Diseases, Data Security

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      Immersify

      Integrating Specialized Body Functions

      Skills you'll gain: Nephrology, Urology, Gynecology, Anatomy, Neurology, Medical Terminology, Nursing, Biology, Pathology, Stress Management, Patient Evaluation, Pharmacology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Ethical Issues in Computing Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Emerging Technologies, Health Care, Cybersecurity, Information Privacy, Health Technology, Self Service Technologies, Safety and Security

      Build toward a degree

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • P

      Peking University

      生物学概念与途径

      Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Neurology, Life Sciences, Medical Science and Research, Science and Research, Research, Experimentation, Research Methodologies

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      14 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Neuroscience Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Science and Research, Laboratory Research, Research Methodologies, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Neurology, Psychology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Image Analysis, Medical Equipment and Technology, Biology, Human Learning, Medical Imaging, Statistical Hypothesis Testing

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      N

      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Nutrition Hot Topics and Controversies

      Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Education, Nutrition and Diet, Food and Beverage, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Critical Thinking, Scientific Methods, Medical Science and Research

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Molecular Tumor Board 2023-2024: Universitat de Barcelona
    • Cervical Cancer Risk Prediction Using Machine Learning: Coursera Project Network
    • Formação sobre a COVID-19 para Profissionais de Saúde: Stanford University
    • Translating Research to Healthcare Policy : University of Michigan
    • Molecular Tumor Board 2024-25: Universitat de Barcelona
    • Mind of the Universe - Genetic Privacy: should we be concerned?: Universiteit Leiden
    • Competencias en Telesalud para el profesional de la salud: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Integrating Specialized Body Functions: Immersify
    • Ethical Issues in Computing Applications: University of Colorado Boulder
    • 生物学概念与途径: Peking University

    Why Learn Medical Topics?

    Medical knowledge supports careers in healthcare and empowers individuals to understand human health, disease, and care systems. From clinical skills to public health and biomedical science, learning medical topics can prepare you to contribute to well-being, advance in health-related fields, or make informed decisions in everyday life.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Medical

    Popular medical courses on Coursera include Medical Terminology from Rice University, Medical Billing and Coding Fundamentals from MedCerts, and Medical Neuroscience from Duke University. Topics range from basic human biology to clinical skills and public health.‎

    Yes. Many medical courses offer a free audit option. This lets you access video lectures and reading materials at no cost. To earn a certificate or complete graded assessments, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    Depending on the course, you can learn about anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, patient care, public health, mental health, or clinical research. Some courses also introduce skills like interpreting lab results or understanding healthcare systems.‎

    Not necessarily. Coursera offers both beginner-friendly and advanced medical courses. Some are designed for the general public, while others are more suitable for healthcare students or professionals looking to deepen their expertise.‎

    Yes. Whether you're starting out, preparing for medical school, or already working in healthcare, Coursera’s medical courses can help you build knowledge, gain confidence, and strengthen your qualifications. Certificates may also be useful for continuing education or professional development.‎

    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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