Free Online Healthcare Courses & MOOCs

FutureLearn

British Society for Antimicrobial Chemotherapy - BSAC

Challenges in Antibiotic Resistance: Gram Negative Bacteria (FutureLearn)

Sci: Biology & Life Sciences Health & Society

Dive into the world of Gram Negative Bacteria with our specialized course designed for healthcare professionals. This FutureLearn offering, in partnership with BSAC, equips you to tackle infections caused by these complex bacteria. Learn how to identify, diagnose, and treat gram negative bacterial infections effectively, ensuring better patient outcomes.

Self Paced

3 Weeks

Health Healthcare Infections

FutureLearn

University of Kent

Understanding Autism (FutureLearn)

Health & Society Teacher Professional Development

Dive deep into the world of autism with our online course designed to provide a thorough understanding of this lifelong developmental disability. From diagnosis to life on the spectrum, learn how autism affects communication, social interactions, and sensory experiences. Join us now to broaden your perspective and foster empathy for those living with autism.

Self Paced

4 Weeks

Health Healthcare Autism

FutureLearn

British Society for Antimicrobial Chemotherapy - BSAC

Challenges in Antibiotic Resistance: Point Prevalence Surveys (FutureLearn)

Health & Society Medicine & Pharmacology

Join this FutureLearn course led by the British Society for Antimicrobial Chemotherapy to learn about Point Prevalence Surveys (PPS) – a vital tool in assessing and improving antibiotic prescribing practices. Explore the importance of measuring antibiotic use and how PPS can help fight antimicrobial resistance.

Self Paced

2 Weeks

Health Healthcare Antibiotics

FutureLearn

University of Southampton

Understanding Insulin (FutureLearn)

Sci: Biology & Life Sciences Health & Society

Dive into 'Understanding Insulin', a FutureLearn course designed for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge on managing diabetes effectively through blood glucose control using insulin. Learn from experts about how insulin works, different types available, potential side effects, and best practices for safe prescribing. This course aims to equip you with the skills needed to significantly reduce complications associated with diabetes, ultimately saving costs and improving patient outcomes.

Self Paced

4 Weeks

Health Healthcare Diabetes

FutureLearn

University College London

Perioperative Medicine in Action (FutureLearn)

Health & Society Medicine & Pharmacology

Join 'Perioperative Medicine in Action' to explore a multi-disciplinary approach aimed at improving the care of high-risk surgical patients. This course, endorsed by the Royal College of Anaesthetists (RCoA), delves into perioperative medicine – an essential field that seeks to optimize patient outcomes and reduce mortality and complications following surgery.

Self Paced

4 Weeks

Medicine Health Healthcare

Coursera

University of Geneva

Violence Against Healthcare (Coursera)

Social Sciences

Dive into this online course that focuses on establishing practical solutions to combat violence against healthcare systems worldwide. Gain insights into policy-making, humanitarian organization strategies, and effective communication techniques essential for protecting health care in danger zones.

Sep 7th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Healthcare Ethics Human Rights

Coursera

University of Pennsylvania

The Oral Cavity: Portal to Health and Disease (Coursera)

Health & Society Medicine & Pharmacology

Dive into 'The Oral Cavity: Portal to Health and Disease' - an insightful course that unravels the connection between dental health and systemic conditions. Gain a deeper understanding of how oral symptoms can signal underlying medical problems and learn about effective interdisciplinary care approaches.

Sep 7th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Medicine Health Healthcare

Coursera

Johns Hopkins University

Patient Safety and Quality Improvement: Developing a Systems View (Patient Safety I) (Coursera)

Health & Society Medicine & Pharmacology

Embark on an educational journey into the heart of healthcare excellence with 'Patient Safety and Quality Improvement: Developing a Systems View (Patient Safety I)'. This course is designed for professionals seeking to understand and implement effective strategies for improving patient safety and quality in their organizations. By mastering key concepts such as historical milestones, high reliability organization characteristics, and systems thinking approaches, you'll be equipped to lead change and make a significant impact on healthcare delivery.

Sep 7th 2026

4 Weeks

Health Healthcare Patient Safety

Coursera

Johns Hopkins University

Planning a Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Project (Patient Safety III) (Coursera)

Health & Society Medicine & Pharmacology

Embark on a journey towards enhancing patient safety and healthcare quality with our specialized course. Designed for healthcare professionals, this course provides essential skills to plan and execute successful Problem Solving or Quality Improvement projects. Gain insights into project classifications, A3 problem solving methodology, and innovative design thinking techniques to drive meaningful change in patient care.

Sep 7th 2026

4 Weeks

Health Healthcare Project Management