Free Online Patient Care Courses & MOOCs

Coursera

University of Minnesota

Introduction to Integrative Nursing (Coursera)

Health & Society

Embark on an enlightening journey into the realm of Integrative Nursing with our introductory course designed specifically for dedicated healthcare professionals like you. This course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to provide holistic care, focusing on healing and caring for the whole person rather than just treating symptoms. By mastering the principles and practices of Integrative Nursing, you'll be able to significantly improve patient outcomes and deliver a more compassionate and effective nursing service.

Jun 22nd 2026

5-12 Weeks

Health Nursing Patient Care

Coursera

Stanford University

Symptom Management in Palliative Care (Coursera)

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Expand your knowledge in palliative care by enrolling in 'Symptom Management in Palliative Care'. This course builds on primary palliative care skills like communication and psychosocial support, focusing on symptom assessment and management. Gain expertise in treating common symptoms such as pain, nausea, fatigue, and distress.

Jun 22nd 2026

4 Weeks

Health Psychology Physical

Coursera

Stanford University

Essentials of Palliative Care (Coursera)

Health & Society

Embark on a transformative journey into the world of palliative care with our Essentials of Palliative Care course. Designed for healthcare professionals and compassionate individuals alike, this course provides essential knowledge and practical skills needed to deliver empathetic and effective care to patients facing serious illnesses. Learn how to communicate sensitively, screen for distress, engage in advance care planning, and much more.

Jun 22nd 2026

4 Weeks

Healthcare Psychosocial Distress Patient Care

Coursera

Stanford University

Supporting Families and Caregivers (Coursera)

Health & Society

This Coursera course delves into the unique challenges faced by families and friends of individuals battling serious illnesses. Designed specifically to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to provide effective care and support, this program focuses on empowering children and their caregivers. By the end of the course, you'll be well-versed in strategies that enhance the wellbeing and quality of life for patients' loved ones.

Jun 22nd 2026

5-12 Weeks

Patient Patient Care Palliative Care

Coursera

Johns Hopkins University

Operations and Patient Safety for Healthcare IT Staff (Coursera)

Health & Society

Dive into the world of Health IT with this specialized course tailored for healthcare IT professionals. Explore the critical role of electronic health records (EHRs) and delve deeper into various technologies that maintain ongoing healthcare operations. From telemedicine and patient portals to barcode scanners, printers, and medical devices, gain insights into troubleshooting and ensuring patient safety.

Jun 22nd 2026

4 Weeks

Healthcare Patient Safety Telemedicine

Coursera

Johns Hopkins University

Healthcare Data Security, Privacy, and Compliance (Coursera)

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Dive into the critical world of Healthcare Data Security, Privacy, and Compliance with our specialized online course. Tailored for healthcare IT support specialists, this final module in the program delves deep into understanding PHI, navigating security and privacy challenges unique to healthcare, and ensuring full compliance with legal mandates such as HIPAA. Equip yourself with the knowledge needed to protect sensitive health information and maintain data integrity.

Jun 22nd 2026

4 Weeks

Healthcare Law Encryption

Coursera

University of Houston

Value-Based Care: Managing Processes to Improve Outcomes (Coursera)

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Immerse yourself in 'Value-Based Care: Managing Processes to Improve Outcomes', a course that equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to transform healthcare delivery. By focusing on office-based processes and panel management strategies, this course will help you drive better health outcomes for your patients. Learn how to identify non-utilization patterns and leverage clinical patient-based questions to optimize care.

Jun 22nd 2026

3 Weeks

Healthcare Clinical Patient

Coursera

University of Houston

Value-Based Care: Quality Improvement in Organizations (Coursera)

Health & Society

Embark on a journey towards healthcare reform by mastering Value-Based Care (VBC). This course focuses on transitioning provider organizations from volume to value through effective Quality Improvement initiatives. Explore the principles of Continuous Quality Improvement, adaptive leadership, and how to drive vision and innovation through collaboration within your organization.

Jun 22nd 2026

3 Weeks

Health Healthcare Public Health

Coursera

Stanford University

Palliative Care Always Capstone Course (Coursera)

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Embark on a comprehensive journey with the Palliative Care Always Capstone Course. This unique program is crafted for healthcare professionals who wish to delve deeper into palliative care practices, foster community awareness, and hone their communication skills. By participating in this course, you'll not only test your knowledge but also contribute to raising awareness about the critical role of palliative care. The capstone project will challenge you to develop a plan for providing psychosocial support to patients and families, showcasing your ability to apply theoretical learning in practical scenarios.

Jun 22nd 2026

5-12 Weeks

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