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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introduction to Public Relations and the Media

      Skills you'll gain: Press Releases, Strategic Communication, Media Relations, Public Relations, Marketing and Public Relations, Crisis Management, Corporate Communications, Marketing Communications, Communication Strategies, Corporate Sustainability, Brand Strategy, Branding, Brand Management, Storytelling, Business Ethics, Social Media, Persuasive Communication, Professional Networking, Writing, Research

      4.6
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Community Change in Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Community Health, Community Development, Public Health, Community Organizing, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Community Outreach, Health Policy, Community and Social Work, Health Systems, Systems Thinking, Political Sciences, Program Evaluation, Cultural Diversity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      170 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Multiple Regression Analysis in Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Biostatistics, Regression Analysis, Statistical Methods, Public Health, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Inference, Advanced Analytics, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      309 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Healthcare IT Support

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Electronic Medical Record, Telehealth, Patient Safety, Health Technology, Health Information Management, Medical Equipment and Technology, Security Awareness, Cloud Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Encryption, Help Desk Support, Desktop Support, End User Training and Support, Health Care, Technical Support and Services, Decision Support Systems, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Clinical Data Management, Patient Education and Support

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Data Analytics in the Public Sector with R

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Analysis, Data Presentation, Ggplot2, Program Evaluation, Policy Analysis, Surveys, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Tidyverse (R Package), Statistical Visualization, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Demography, Political Sciences, Public Policies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      76 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Environmental Hazards and Global Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Demography, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Policy, Environment Health And Safety, Environmental Issue, Pollution Prevention, Sanitation, Public Health, Water Resources, Environmental Science, Radiation Protection, Community Health, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Chronic Diseases

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      77 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Environmental Health: the Foundation of Global Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Environment Health And Safety, Environmental Regulations, Systems Thinking, Environmental Policy, Public Health, Health Systems, Health Policy, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Health Disparities, Health Assessment, Pollution Prevention, Risk Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      96 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Tokyo

      Global Health Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Gerontology, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Health Policy, Health Equity, Health Systems, Health Administration, Health Care, Governance, International Relations, Chronic Diseases

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      278 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of London

      Finding Your Professional Voice: Confidence & Impact

      Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Assertiveness, Self-Awareness, Communication Strategies, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Personal Attributes, Executive Presence, Emotional Intelligence, Composure, Respiration, Anatomy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yale University

      The Science of Well-Being

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Optimism, Personal Development, Positive Behavior Support, Goal Setting, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Adaptability, Psychology, Social Skills, Behavior Management, Mindfulness

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Participatory Approaches in Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Health Equity, Community Health, Diversity Awareness, Health Policy, Epidemiology, Research, Research Methodologies, Program Evaluation, Social Sciences, Cultural Responsiveness, Patient Education and Support, Community Outreach, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Research Design, Data Collection, Interviewing Skills

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universiteit Leiden

      Population Health: Fundamentals of Population Health Management

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Systems, Public Health, Health Care, Health Informatics, Health Policy, Preventative Care, Epidemiology, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Risk Analysis

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      47 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Introduction to Public Relations and the Media: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Community Change in Public Health: Johns Hopkins University
    • Multiple Regression Analysis in Public Health : Johns Hopkins University
    • Healthcare IT Support: Johns Hopkins University
    • Data Analytics in the Public Sector with R: University of Michigan
    • Environmental Hazards and Global Public Health: University of Michigan
    • Environmental Health: the Foundation of Global Public Health: University of Michigan
    • Global Health Policy: The University of Tokyo
    • Finding Your Professional Voice: Confidence & Impact: University of London
    • The Science of Well-Being: Yale University

    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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