Free Online Patient Care Courses & MOOCs

Coursera

Universidad Nacional de Colombia

Cuidando a la persona en situación crítica de salud en UCI (Coursera)

Health & Society

Este curso es una oportunidad única para los profesionales de la salud, especialmente enfermeros y enfermeras, de actualizar sus conocimientos y habilidades en el cuidado de personas en situación crítica dentro de las Unidades de Cuidados Intensivos (UCI). Ofrecido por la prestigiosa Universidad Nacional de Colombia, este programa te guiará a través de los principios fundamentales y prácticas avanzadas necesarias para proporcionar atención especializada y eficaz en entornos críticos.

Sep 30th 2024

3 Weeks

Health Healthcare Nursing Care

FutureLearn

University of Exeter

A Guide for Nurses on Meeting the Fundamental Care Needs of Patients in Hospital with COVID-19 and other Conditions (FutureLearn)

Health & Society

Optimize your patient care and enhance your own and your team's wellbeing with this essential online course for nurses. Dive into the COVID-NURSE clinical guideline and learn how to provide effective fundamental nursing care to patients in hospital settings, especially during a pandemic. Apply these critical lessons to other nursing situations to become a more versatile and capable caregiver.

Nov 28th 2022

1 Week

Health Nursing Nursing Care

Coursera

Arizona State University

The Science of Health Care Delivery (Coursera)

Health & Society Medicine & Pharmacology

Embark on a transformative journey into the heart of patient care with The Science of Health Care Delivery course. Developed by the Mayo Clinic and Arizona State University, this program introduces you to scientific methodologies that enhance quality improvement in health care delivery and population health management. Learn how to reduce costs while ensuring better patient outcomes.

Nov 12th 2022

1 Week

Health Healthcare Patient

FutureLearn

University of York,Hull York Medical School

WISDOM - Tomorrow’s Doctor, Today: Supporting Today’s Expert Generalist GP (FutureLearn)

Health & Society

Embark on a journey to redefine your approach to General Practice (GP) with 'WISDOM - Tomorrow’s Doctor, Today'. In this comprehensive online course, we explore the dynamic changes in GP roles and equip you with the professional skills necessary for contemporary clinical practice. As healthcare evolves, so must our practices, focusing on complex problem-solving, leadership, and patient trust.

May 2nd 2022

4 Weeks

Patient Care Clinical Practice General Practitioner

FutureLearn

Cancer Research UK

Demystifying Targeted Cancer Treatments (FutureLearn)

Health & Society Medicine & Pharmacology

This FutureLearn course demystifies targeted cancer treatments, offering a comprehensive look at the science behind innovative therapies that are revolutionizing the way we approach cancer care. Whether you're a clinical research professional or an oncology nurse, this course will deepen your understanding of these groundbreaking treatments and equip you with better communication skills to discuss them with patients and colleagues.

Jan 24th 2022

5-12 Weeks

Health Cancer Immune System

FutureLearn

Eindhoven University of Technology

Process Mining in Healthcare (FutureLearn)

CS: Software Engineering Health & Society

Unlock the potential of process mining to revolutionize healthcare processes. This course will guide you through turning vast amounts of healthcare data into actionable insights that lead to better patient outcomes and more efficient practices. Whether you're a clinician, administrator, or data analyst, this course is designed for anyone looking to make a significant impact on healthcare delivery.

Jan 10th 2022

4 Weeks

Healthcare Process Mining Patient Care

FutureLearn

St George's, University of London

Developing Clinical Empathy: Making a Difference in Patient Care (FutureLearn)

Health & Society

Discover how developing clinical empathy can transform patient care in this comprehensive online course. Improve your ability to understand and connect with patients, leading to better health outcomes and a more fulfilling practice. Explore different types of empathy, non-verbal communication, and key opportunities for demonstrating empathy in clinical settings.

Apr 19th 2021

2 Weeks

Health Healthcare Patient Care

FutureLearn

Taipei Medical University

Application of Digital Health Interventions (FutureLearn)

Health & Society CS: Information & Technology

Dive into the world of digital health interventions with our comprehensive online course. Understand the importance and potential of digital health applications in tackling mental health issues and complex diseases. Based on World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines, this course explores the research behind digital health intervention development and its future implications.

Feb 8th 2021

4 Weeks

Health Healthcare Schizophrenia

FutureLearn

University of Exeter

Genomic Medicine: Transforming Patient Care in Diabetes (FutureLearn)

Health & Society Medicine & Pharmacology

Discover how advancements in genomics are revolutionizing our understanding and management of diabetes. This online course from FutureLearn, developed by the University of Exeter, delves into the science behind genomics and its practical application in treating diabetes. Learn directly from experts as they share their research and case studies to illustrate the transformative power of genomic medicine.

Nov 2nd 2020

4 Weeks

Medicine Health Genetics