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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Movements Are Controlled By Muscle Forces

      Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Neurology, Physical Therapy, Control Systems, Anatomy, Electrical Engineering, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronics, Biology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Drug Development and Regulation: From Bench to Bedside

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Pharmacology, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Research, Epidemiology, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Statistical Analysis, Regulatory Compliance, Patient Safety, Real Time Data, Data Analysis Software

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • K

      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Signaling actions of small molecules

      Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Blood Pressure, Medical Science and Research, Biology, Microbiology, Oncology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      MedCerts

      Pharmacy Syringes, Compounding Medications, & Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Medication Dispensation, Medical Prescription, Patient Education And Counseling, Interpersonal Communications, Medication Therapy Management, Patient Assistance, Medication Administration, Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Motivational Interviewing

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northeastern University

      AI Innovation in Healthcare

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Healthcare Ethics, Data Ethics, Predictive Analytics, Health Informatics, Health Technology, Data Collection

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google Cloud

      De-identifying DICOM Data with the Healthcare API

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud API, Google Cloud Platform, Data Store, Medical Privacy, Application Programming Interface (API), Health Informatics, Health Information Management, Data Import/Export, Data Security, Medical Imaging

      Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      E

      EIT Digital

      Privacy & Standardisation Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Information Privacy, Medical Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Legal Writing, Legal Research, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Technology Strategies

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The George Washington University

      Vaccine Law and Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Health Equity, Pharmaceuticals, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Healthcare Ethics, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Disparities, Public Health, Health Policy, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Advocacy, Policy Analysis, Infectious Diseases, Patient Education And Counseling

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Holistic Weight Management

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Psychosocial Assessments, Mental Health, Social Sciences, Psychology, Patient Evaluation, Nutrition and Diet, Kinesiology, Resilience, Sociology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Coaching, Clinical Nutrition, Surgery, Nutrition Education, Health Assessment, Creative Problem-Solving, Physical Therapy

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Healthcare Automation

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Data Ethics, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Automation, Health Care Administration, Health Informatics, Health Administration, Artificial Intelligence, Predictive Modeling, Innovation, Health Technology, ChatGPT, Emerging Technologies, Healthcare Ethics, Decision Support Systems

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      P

      Packt

      Deep Learning with Real-World Projects

      Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Data Visualization, Deep Learning, Linear Algebra, Artificial Neural Networks, NumPy, Image Analysis, Keras (Neural Network Library), Seaborn, Pandas (Python Package), Tensorflow, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Supervised Learning, Python Programming, Jupyter, Machine Learning Methods

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Leadership for Cancer Informatics Research

      Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Record Keeping, Clinical Leadership, Collaborative Software, Technical Management, Health Informatics, Diversity Awareness, Information Management, GitHub, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Docker (Software)

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Movements Are Controlled By Muscle Forces: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Drug Development and Regulation: From Bench to Bedside: Johns Hopkins University
    • Signaling actions of small molecules: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • Pharmacy Syringes, Compounding Medications, & Communication: MedCerts
    • AI Innovation in Healthcare: Northeastern University
    • De-identifying DICOM Data with the Healthcare API: Google Cloud
    • Privacy & Standardisation Capstone: EIT Digital
    • Vaccine Law and Policy: The George Washington University
    • Holistic Weight Management: National Academy of Sports Medicine
    • GenAI for Healthcare Automation: Coursera Instructor Network

    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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