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    • U

      University of Colorado System

      Genetic Epidemiology Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Statistical Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Data Quality, Probability & Statistics, Molecular Biology, Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Data Validation, Biology

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      50 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • S

      Shanghai Jiao Tong University

      中医药与中华传统文化

      Skills you'll gain: Culture, Cultural Diversity, Health Care, Behavioral Health, Medical History Documentation, General Medicine, Nutrition and Diet, Ancient History, Liberal Arts

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
      ·
      127 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • N

      National Taiwan University

      一堂課讓你認識肺癌(Basic Concepts of Lung Cancer: Diagnosis and Treatment)

      Skills you'll gain: Pulmonology, Respiratory Care, Oncology, Preventative Care, Epidemiology, Pollution Prevention, Chronic Diseases, Precision Medicine, Treatment Planning, Patient Education And Counseling, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Medical Imaging, Emerging Technologies

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      94 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado System

      Wilderness First Aid - Traumatic Emergencies

      Skills you'll gain: Splinting, Trauma Care, Emergency Medicine, First Aid, Injury Prevention, Triage, Patient Evaluation, Emergency Response, Patient Treatment, Health Assessment, Vital Signs

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      19 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Simulación en ciencias de la salud

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Experience, Patient Evaluation, Virtual Environment, Learning Theory, Constructive Feedback, Health Assessment, Decision Making, Patient Treatment, Medical Equipment and Technology, Instructional Design, Patient Preparation, Planning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      44 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • N

      Northeastern University

      Health Informatics for Healthcare Professionals

      Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Health Information Management, Health Systems, Health Technology, Health Care, Health Care Administration, Medical Records, Data Sharing, Electronic Medical Record, Interoperability, Decision Support Systems, Data Management, Data Storage, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      N

      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology for Fitness Professions

      Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Respiration, Physical Therapy, Neurology, Mechanics, Cardiology, Injury Prevention, Anatomy, Orthopedics, Medical Terminology, Nutrition and Diet, Biology, Torque (Physics)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

      Acute and Chronic Rhinosinusitis: A Comprehensive Review

      Skills you'll gain: Surgery, Chronic Diseases, Acute Care, Internal Medicine, Patient Evaluation, Primary Care, Medical Management, Infectious Diseases, Patient Treatment, Respiratory Care, Anatomy, Pharmacotherapy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      672 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      The Outcomes and Interventions of Health Informatics

      Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Decision Support Systems, Solution Design, Health Technology, Health Care, Clinical Data Management, Health Information Management, Usability Testing, Requirements Elicitation, Electronic Medical Record, Data Collection, User Centered Design

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      101 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Rastreo de los contactos de la COVID-19

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Care, Medical Privacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Rapport Building, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Interpersonal Communications, Case Management, Investigation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado System

      Grant Writing for Health Researchers

      Skills you'll gain: Concision, Grant Writing, Sample Size Determination, Proposal Writing, Biostatistics, Proposal Development, Writing, Editing, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Clinical Research, Statistical Methods, Medical Science and Research, Literacy, Science and Research, Research Design, Research, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Communication, Organizational Skills

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      30 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      R

      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Health Care Delivery in Healthcare Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Health Systems, Health Care, Health Policy, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Preventative Care, Health Administration, Patient Education and Support, Patient Treatment, Health Informatics, Telehealth

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      130 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular medical courses

    • Genetic Epidemiology Foundations: University of Colorado System
    • 中医药与中华传统文化 : Shanghai Jiao Tong University
    • 一堂課讓你認識肺癌(Basic Concepts of Lung Cancer: Diagnosis and Treatment): National Taiwan University
    • Wilderness First Aid - Traumatic Emergencies: University of Colorado System
    • Simulación en ciencias de la salud: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Health Informatics for Healthcare Professionals: Northeastern University
    • Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology for Fitness Professions: National Academy of Sports Medicine
    • Acute and Chronic Rhinosinusitis: A Comprehensive Review: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    • The Outcomes and Interventions of Health Informatics: Johns Hopkins University
    • Rastreo de los contactos de la COVID-19: Johns Hopkins University

    Why Learn Medical Topics?

    Medical knowledge supports careers in healthcare and empowers individuals to understand human health, disease, and care systems. From clinical skills to public health and biomedical science, learning medical topics can prepare you to contribute to well-being, advance in health-related fields, or make informed decisions in everyday life.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Medical

    Popular medical courses on Coursera include Medical Terminology from Rice University, Medical Billing and Coding Fundamentals from MedCerts, and Medical Neuroscience from Duke University. Topics range from basic human biology to clinical skills and public health.‎

    Yes. Many medical courses offer a free audit option. This lets you access video lectures and reading materials at no cost. To earn a certificate or complete graded assessments, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    Depending on the course, you can learn about anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, patient care, public health, mental health, or clinical research. Some courses also introduce skills like interpreting lab results or understanding healthcare systems.‎

    Not necessarily. Coursera offers both beginner-friendly and advanced medical courses. Some are designed for the general public, while others are more suitable for healthcare students or professionals looking to deepen their expertise.‎

    Yes. Whether you're starting out, preparing for medical school, or already working in healthcare, Coursera’s medical courses can help you build knowledge, gain confidence, and strengthen your qualifications. Certificates may also be useful for continuing education or professional development.‎

    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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