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    Study pathology for diagnosing diseases. Learn about disease mechanisms, tissue analysis, and laboratory techniques.

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      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

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      Free
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Health, Society, and Wellness in COVID-19 Times

      Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Mindfulness, Community Health, Social Justice, Stress Management, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Social Sciences, Media and Communications, Liberal Arts, Biology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Service Transformed: Lessons in U.S. Veteran Centered Care

      Skills you'll gain: Trauma Care, Triage, Health Disparities, Patient Evaluation, Cultural Responsiveness, Diversity Awareness, Care Coordination, Care Management, Primary Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Cultural Sensitivity, Health Care, Mental Health, Interpersonal Communications

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Northeastern University

      Responsible AI for Mental Health

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Mental Health, Artificial Intelligence, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Natural Language Processing, Healthcare Ethics, Psychotherapy, Patient Assistance, Mental Health Therapies, Information Privacy, Diversity Awareness, Data Security

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • 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

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Atención centrada en el paciente

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Education And Counseling, Primary Care, Healthcare Ethics, Health Care, Preventative Care, Care Coordination, Health Disparities, Health Systems, Professionalism, Psychosocial Assessments, Nutrition and Diet, Clinical Nutrition, Community Health, Mental Health, Cultural Responsiveness, Collaboration, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Empathy

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      American Psychological Association

      Positive Psychology: The Science of Happiness

      Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Compassion, Psychology, Mental Health, Resilience, Behavioral Health, Cultural Diversity, Empathy, Relationship Building, Goal Setting, Research

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Responsible Reporting on Suicide for Journalists

      Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Injury Prevention, Public Health, Media and Communications, Health Disparities, Interviewing Skills, Advocacy, Mental Health, Cultural Sensitivity, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      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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      Immersify

      Foundations of Human Anatomy and Physiology

      Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Medical Terminology, Biology, Vital Signs, Blood Pressure, Respiration

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Immersify

      The Heart of the Matter: Exploring the Cardiovascular System

      Skills you'll gain: Cardiology, Patient Evaluation, Electocardiography, Anatomy, Pathology, Patient Treatment, Chronic Diseases, Vital Signs, Biology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Cinematic Health

      Essential Soft Skills & Special Patient Populations

      Skills you'll gain: Developmental Disabilities, Cultural Responsiveness, Caregiving, Mental Health, Professionalism, Active Listening, Social Skills, Patient Education and Support, Nursing Care, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Empathy, Compassion, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Integrating Specialized Body Functions: Immersify
    • Health, Society, and Wellness in COVID-19 Times : University of Colorado Boulder
    • Service Transformed: Lessons in U.S. Veteran Centered Care: University of Michigan
    • Responsible AI for Mental Health: Northeastern University
    • Molecular Tumor Board 2023-2024: Universitat de Barcelona
    • Atención centrada en el paciente: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Positive Psychology: The Science of Happiness: American Psychological Association
    • Responsible Reporting on Suicide for Journalists: Johns Hopkins University
    • Science of Firearm Injury Prevention Among Children & Teens: University of Michigan
    • Foundations of Human Anatomy and Physiology: Immersify

    Frequently Asked Questions about Pathology

    Pathology refers to the study of diseases including the cause and effects. Pathology involves diagnosing diseases through various tests like a biopsy, blood samples, or an autopsy. It is a crucial part of diagnoses and treatment plan decisions.‎

    It's important to learn about pathology if you want to get into any area of the medical field. It is the basis of diagnosing diseases and treatment plans. You'll need to be able to understand how it all comes together and be able to work with the rest of the team to give the patient the best outcome possible. It's also important to learn about pathology to know how to analyze changes in the patient and be able to see why the health problems are happening.‎

    Online courses will help you learn about pathology by giving you detailed lectures with examples, assessments, and readings. You will be able to test your knowledge and understanding, and experts will be available to help guide you through the course. In the online courses, you will be given examples and practice questions that will benefit your work and research. Online courses offer the flexibility you need to learn on your own time and prepare you for the next course.‎

    Typical careers that use pathology are those in the medical field. As a doctor, you need to know pathology to diagnose your patient and give them the best treatment option. You can also become a pathologist where you will analyze tests and exams to figure out what is wrong with the patient. In these careers, you will be part of a team to help other doctors and healthcare providers come up with a plan for the patients. Other careers that use pathology include medical technologist, forensic technician, or cytotechnologist. As a medical technologist, you will test and analyze samples as well as maintain the equipment. A career as a forensic technician involves collecting evidence from crime scenes and helping in criminal investigations. A cytotechnologist analyzes human cells and looks for abnormalities. This is crucial for determining at what stage the disease or illness is.‎

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

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Pathology, 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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