Free Online Quality Improvement Courses & MOOCs

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.

Jun 29th 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.

Jun 29th 2026

4 Weeks

Health Healthcare Project Management

Coursera

Johns Hopkins University

Measuring the Success of a Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Project (Patient Safety VI) (Coursera)

Health & Society Medicine & Pharmacology

In this essential online course, you'll delve into the crucial role of measurement in enhancing patient safety and quality improvement initiatives. Gain insights into selecting the most relevant data sources, mastering interpretation techniques, and utilizing these skills to refine and optimize your projects for maximum impact on patient care.

Jun 29th 2026

4 Weeks

Health Healthcare Patient

Coursera

Johns Hopkins University

Implementing a Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Project (Patient Safety V) (Coursera)

Health & Society Medicine & Pharmacology

Embark on the journey of transforming healthcare by implementing a successful patient safety or quality improvement project. This course will guide you through planning, execution, and scaling your initiative to create safer, higher-quality care environments. Learn from experts using proven methodologies like the 4 E model and TRiP framework.

Jun 29th 2026

4 Weeks

Patient Safety Quality Improvement Healthcare Management

Coursera

Rutgers University

Quality Improvement in Healthcare Organizations (Coursera)

Health & Society

Improve the quality of healthcare delivery with our specialized course designed for professionals seeking to elevate patient outcomes and organizational performance. Explore proven methodologies, gain insights into measuring and enhancing healthcare quality, and learn how to implement effective strategies for continuous improvement in your healthcare setting.

Jun 29th 2026

4 Weeks

Healthcare Pharmacy Public Health

Coursera

University of Colorado Boulder

Stability and Capability in Quality Improvement (Coursera)

Statistics & Data Analysis Data Science

Embark on a journey towards enhancing your understanding of quality improvement by mastering the art of analyzing process stability and capability. This course will equip you with the skills needed to create effective Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts for both continuous and discrete data sets, all while utilizing the powerful R software. Learn why having a stable process is crucial before performing statistical hypothesis testing.

Jun 29th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Probability Statistical Analysis Quality Improvement

Coursera

Imperial College London

Quality Improvement for Population Health (Coursera)

Health & Society

Embark on a journey towards improving population health with our comprehensive Quality Improvement for Population Health course. Learn how to apply proven methodologies from healthcare settings to the broader scope of public health, enhancing outcomes and capturing valuable insights through effective evaluation techniques.

Jun 29th 2026

4 Weeks

Health Healthcare Geographic Information Systems

Coursera

Johns Hopkins University

Taking Safety and Quality Improvement Work to the Next Level (Patient Safety VII) (Coursera)

Health & Society

In this final course of the Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Specialization, you'll dive into practical applications of safety and quality improvement strategies. By tackling a realistic scenario at Mercy Grace Hospital, a 500-bed urban facility, you will develop and implement solutions to enhance patient care and outcomes.

Jun 22nd 2026

5-12 Weeks

Health Healthcare Patient Safety

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