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      The State University of New York

      Communication and Leadership during a Public Health Crisis

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Clinical Leadership, Media and Communications, Emergency Response, Interpersonal Communications, Public Health, Crisis Intervention, Cultural Diversity, Stress Management, Healthcare Ethics

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      56 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      The Economics of Health Care Delivery

      Skills you'll gain: Health Care Administration, Health Systems, Health Care, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Policy, Primary Care, Care Coordination, Medicare, Insurance, Payment Systems, Consolidation, Regulation and Legal Compliance

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      686 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Washington

      Introduction to Public Speaking

      Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Communication Strategies, Composure, Instructional Design, Stress Management, Education Software and Technology, Organizational Skills

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Breastfeeding: Public Health Perspectives

      Skills you'll gain: Child Health, Maternal Health, Health Disparities, Public Health, Nutrition Education, Community Health, Health Policy, Patient Education And Counseling, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Educational Materials, Environmental Issue

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Evaluating Public Health Programs at Scale

      Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Health Equity, Data Collection, Training Programs, Public Health, Research Design, Policy Analysis, Healthcare Ethics, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Surveys, Child Health, Maternal Health, Statistical Analysis

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Toronto

      The Social Context of Mental Health and Illness

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Mental Health, Psychiatry, Community Health, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Mental and Behavioral Health, Cultural Sensitivity, Caregiving

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      568 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      COVID-19 Contact Tracing

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Rapport Building, Interpersonal Communications, Epidemiology, Healthcare Ethics, Infectious Diseases, Investigation, Public Health, Health Technology, Community Health, Medical Privacy

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      95K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      An Introduction to the U.S. Food System: Perspectives from Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Food and Beverage, Public Health, Community Health, Social Justice, Systems Thinking, Environmental Science, Environment and Resource Management, Health Policy, Public Policies, Economics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      163 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce

      Skills you'll gain: Media Planning, Search Engine Marketing, Email Marketing, Data Storytelling, Social Media Strategy, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, Order Fulfillment, Google Ads, Professional Networking, Online Advertising, A/B Testing, Social Media Campaigns, E-Commerce, Customer Retention, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Relationship Management, Campaign Management, Interviewing Skills

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      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Science of Exercise

      Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Nutrition and Diet, Health Assessment, Pharmacology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Preventative Care, Respiration, Anatomy, Chronic Diseases, Vital Signs, Biochemistry, Biology, Cardiology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Vital Signs: Understanding What the Body Is Telling Us

      Skills you'll gain: Vital Signs, Respiration, Pulmonology, Health Assessment, Cardiology, Systems Of Measurement, Neurology, Patient Evaluation, Anatomy, Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6.8K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Master of Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Motivational Interviewing, Epidemiology, Health Disparities, Survey Creation, Spatial Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Program Evaluation, Sampling (Statistics), Mergers & Acquisitions, Child Health, Growth Mindedness, Database Design, Variance Analysis, Risk Analysis, Environmental Policy, Spatial Data Analysis, Research Design, Data Collection, Statistical Modeling, Health Policy

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular public health courses

    • Communication and Leadership during a Public Health Crisis: The State University of New York
    • The Economics of Health Care Delivery: University of Pennsylvania
    • Introduction to Public Speaking: University of Washington
    • Breastfeeding: Public Health Perspectives: University of Michigan
    • Evaluating Public Health Programs at Scale: Johns Hopkins University
    • The Social Context of Mental Health and Illness: University of Toronto
    • COVID-19 Contact Tracing: Johns Hopkins University
    • An Introduction to the U.S. Food System: Perspectives from Public Health: Johns Hopkins University
    • Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce: Google
    • Science of Exercise: University of Colorado Boulder

    Frequently Asked Questions about Public Health

    Public health courses on Coursera cover a wide range of topics to help you understand and address health issues on a large scale:

    • Essentials of epidemiology and how to track disease spread.
    • Strategies for designing and implementing effective health programs and policies.
    • Methods for conducting health research and data analysis.
    • Understanding of global health challenges and solutions.
    • Principles of environmental health, including how to manage and prevent health risks associated with environmental factors.
    • Health promotion and disease prevention techniques.
    • Skills for crisis management and response to health emergencies.‎

    Public health courses on Coursera cater to all levels of interest and expertise:

    • Beginners can start with introductory courses that provide an overview of core public health concepts.
    • Those with some background in health or related fields can deepen their knowledge with intermediate courses focusing on more specialized areas.
    • Advanced courses are available for professionals and students who are looking to lead public health initiatives or conduct advanced research. ‎

    Coursera offers a variety of options for academic and professional advancement in public health:

    • Professional certificates that can support career transitions or advancements in the public health field.
    • Specialized course certificates that acknowledge your expertise in specific public health areas.
    • Degrees and professional certificates from accredited institutions that can help prepare you for leadership roles in public health. ‎

    Studying public health on Coursera can open doors to impactful careers aimed at improving community health:

    • Public Health Officer: Lead initiatives to improve health services and outcomes within communities.
    • Epidemiologist: Investigate patterns and causes of disease and injury.
    • Health Policy Analyst: Shape policies that affect the health of populations.
    • Environmental Health Scientist: Explore and address environmental factors affecting public health.
    • Community Health Worker: Engage directly with communities to promote wellness and educate on health practices.‎
    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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