Free Online Health Courses & MOOCs

FutureLearn

British Society for Antimicrobial Chemotherapy - BSAC

Intravenous to Oral Switch: Within Outpatient Parenteral Antibiotic Therapy (IVOST) (FutureLearn)

Health & Society Medicine & Pharmacology

Are you involved in prescribing or administering antibiotics? This course delves into the benefits and barriers of Intravenous to Oral Switch Therapy (IVOST) within outpatient settings. You'll learn about the principles that underpin these therapies, how to determine their suitability, and key practices for effective prescribers aiming to reduce hospital stays and improve patient outcomes.

Self Paced

4 Weeks

Health Antibiotics IVOST

Coursera

Imperial College London

Global Disease Masterclass: Global Disease Distribution (Coursera)

Health & Society

Embark on a transformative journey through the Global Disease Masterclass, offered by Coursera in partnership with the School of Public Health. This specialized course is designed for those eager to understand the complexities of disease distribution worldwide. By the end of this program, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and skills to critically analyze epidemiological data, identify patterns in global diseases, and propose effective policy solutions.

Nov 9th 2026

4 Weeks

Health Diseases Public Health

Coursera

Imperial College London

Global Disease Masterclass: Communicable Diseases Epidemiology, Intervention and Prevention (Coursera)

Health & Society

Dive into the world of infectious diseases with our Global Disease Masterclass. This course explores four critical areas: HIV, Malaria, Emerging Infectious Diseases (including Ebola and Zika), and Tuberculosis. Gain insights into the aetiology and epidemiology of these diseases while learning effective intervention and prevention strategies.

Nov 9th 2026

4 Weeks

Health HIV Tuberculosis

Coursera

Imperial College London

Global Disease Masterclass: Non-communicable Diseases (Coursera)

Health & Society

Dive into the Global Diseases Masterclass Non-Communicable Diseases course to understand the aetiology, epidemiology, and interventions for major non-communicable diseases. This course focuses on Colorectal Cancer, Cardiovascular Disease (CVD), Dementia, and Diabetes, providing a detailed exploration of these critical health issues affecting populations worldwide.

Nov 9th 2026

4 Weeks

Health Diabetes Epidemiology

FutureLearn

Social Finance,IPS GROW

Supporting People with Health Conditions Into Work: Individual Placement and Support (IPS) (FutureLearn)

Health & Society Business

Embark on a transformative learning journey with our course 'Supporting People with Health Conditions Into Work: Individual Placement and Support (IPS)'. This FutureLearn program is designed for employment specialists who want to make a significant impact in the lives of individuals with complex health issues. By mastering the principles and best practices of IPS, you'll be equipped to help your clients achieve their goal of gainful employment.

Self Paced

5-12 Weeks

Health Employment Mental Health

Managing Study, Stress and Mental Health at University (edX)

EdX

Curtin University,CurtinX

Managing Study, Stress and Mental Health at University (edX)

Education Health & Society

Explore essential skills for university students in managing study-related stress and maintaining mental well-being. This German-Australian collaboration offers insights into recognizing, identifying, and responding to mental health challenges. Perfect for those studying at university or working in the tertiary education sector.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Health Management Stress Management

'Talk to me': Improving mental health and suicide prevention in young adults (edX)

EdX

Curtin University,CurtinX

'Talk to me': Improving mental health and suicide prevention in young adults (edX)

Health & Society Marketing & Communication

Join 'Talk to me' for an essential educational journey into the realm of mental health and suicide prevention in young adults. Whether you're a student, parent, teacher, coach, or health professional, this course will empower you with the knowledge and skills needed to support those around you who may be struggling with their mental health.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Health Suicide Mental Health

Coursera

University of Michigan

Impacting the Opioid Crisis: Prevention, Education, and Practice for Non-Prescribing Providers (Coursera)

Health & Society

Join this essential online course designed for non-prescribing healthcare professionals aiming to tackle the opioid crisis head-on. Gain knowledge on prevention methods, educational approaches, interventions, and policy changes that can be implemented in practice to significantly reduce the impact of opioids in communities across America.

Nov 9th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Health Epidemiology Pain

FutureLearn

British Society for Antimicrobial Chemotherapy - BSAC,Imperial College London

Tackling Antimicrobial Resistance: A Social Science Approach (FutureLearn)

Health & Society Medicine & Pharmacology

Are you a health professional eager to understand the role of social science in tackling antimicrobial resistance? This course offers insights into how a social science perspective can effectively combat the growing problem of antimicrobial resistance. Explore key aspects of successful antimicrobial stewardship and contribute to solving one of today's most critical healthcare challenges.

Self Paced

3 Weeks

Medicine Health Antimicrobial Stewardship