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    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Colorado System

      Medical Emergencies: Airway, Breathing, and Circulation

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Pharmacology, Cardiology, Medication Administration, Medical Emergency, Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Medicine, Respiratory Care, Neurology, Pulmonology, Life Support, Health Assessment, Acute Care, Respiration, Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, Patient Positioning, Vital Signs, Anatomy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      808 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Stanford University

      Supporting Families and Caregivers

      Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Caregiving, Patient Education and Support, Nursing and Patient Care, Working With Children, Family Therapy, Psychosocial Assessments, Patient Evaluation, Child Development, Social and Human Services, Social Work, Psychological Evaluations, Interpersonal Communications, Stress Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      43 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidad de los Andes

      Profundización y actualización en Enfermedad Cardiovascular

      Skills you'll gain: Cardiology, Chronic Diseases, Internal Medicine, Electocardiography, Echocardiography, Blood Pressure, Primary Care, General Medicine, Treatment Planning, Patient Evaluation, Pharmacotherapy, Care Management, Long Term Care, Pharmacology, Risk Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • S

      Stanford University

      COVID-19 Training for Healthcare Workers

      Skills you'll gain: Respiratory Care, Telehealth, Respiratory Therapy, Critical Care, Emergency and Intensive Care, Patient Positioning, Patient Treatment, Pediatrics, Infection Control, Patient Evaluation, Intensive Care Unit, Vital Signs, Health Assessment, Infectious Diseases, Medical Ultrasonography

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      6.4K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Michigan

      Michigan Sport-Related Concussion Training Certification

      Skills you'll gain: Rehabilitation, Medical Emergency, Injury Prevention, Neurology, Safety Training, School Psychology, Pediatrics, Long Term Care

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Geneva

      Troubles du spectre de l'autisme : diagnostic

      Skills you'll gain: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Patient Evaluation, Patient Education And Counseling, Parent Communication, Child Development, Psychological Evaluations, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Working With Children, Psychosocial Assessments, Child Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychiatric And Mental Health Nursing, Health Assessment, Clinical Psychology, Disabilities, Interpersonal Communications

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      803 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado System

      Managing Asthma, Allergies, Diabetes, and Seizures in School

      Skills you'll gain: Chronic Diseases, Student Support and Services, Care Management, Care Coordination, Medical Emergency, School Psychology, First Aid, Patient Education and Support, Pediatrics, Emergency Response, Respiratory Care, Food Safety and Sanitation, Nursing, Medication Administration, Child Health, Nutrition and Diet

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      707 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidad de Chile

      Cuidados y procedimientos generales en la atención del recién nacido

      Skills you'll gain: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Child Health, Pediatrics, Nursing and Patient Care, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Cleanliness, Patient Safety, Health Assessment, Epidemiology, Nutrition and Diet, Medical Equipment and Technology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      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

    • Status: Free Trial
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Specialty Topics: Biology Across Disciplines

      Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Biology, Child Development, Music, Decision Making, Liberal Arts, Life Sciences, Education and Training, Psychology, Science and Research, Business Economics, Clinical Trials

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • S

      Stanford University

      Formação sobre a COVID-19 para Profissionais de Saúde

      Skills you'll gain: Respiratory Care, Patient Evaluation, Telehealth, Respiratory Therapy, Health Assessment, Critical Care, Acute Care, Emergency and Intensive Care, Patient Treatment, Infection Control, Vital Signs, Medical Ultrasonography, Patient Positioning, Infectious Diseases

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      72 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Pennsylvania

      The Oral Cavity: Portal to Health and Disease

      Skills you'll gain: Oral and Dental Care, Oral Health, Dental Care, Dentistry, Cardiology, General Medicine, Medical Terminology, Oncology, Chronic Diseases, Anatomy, Pharmacology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      799 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Medical Emergencies: Airway, Breathing, and Circulation: University of Colorado System
    • Supporting Families and Caregivers: Stanford University
    • Profundización y actualización en Enfermedad Cardiovascular: Universidad de los Andes
    • COVID-19 Training for Healthcare Workers: Stanford University
    • Michigan Sport-Related Concussion Training Certification : University of Michigan
    • Troubles du spectre de l'autisme : diagnostic: University of Geneva
    • Managing Asthma, Allergies, Diabetes, and Seizures in School: University of Colorado System
    • Cuidados y procedimientos generales en la atención del recién nacido: Universidad de Chile
    • Breastfeeding: Public Health Perspectives: University of Michigan
    • Specialty Topics: Biology Across Disciplines: University of Colorado Boulder

    Frequently Asked Questions about Pediatrics

    Learn pediatrics if you want to know more about newborn baby care, child development, or health issues that affect babies and children. Pediatrics includes a wide range of topics. Some people will want to learn how to care for a new baby who will be entering their lives. Others will be looking to expand their understanding of child psychology, anatomy, or brain development. Pediatrics is a component of many healthcare careers, including nursing, medicine, and physical therapy. Children are not miniature adults. They have different needs that change as they learn and grow. Learning pediatrics can help you understand children's needs better.‎

    Some beneficial outcomes of learning pediatrics practical, such as learning newborn baby care, including safety, breastfeeding, and the importance of medical screenings. You may want to learn more about brain development or motor development. These skills can help you as a parent dealing with a baby or as a grandparent looking for the latest information. Pediatrics is also part of many careers, such as childcare, education, nursing, and athletic training. By learning pediatrics, you will improve your understanding of issues affecting the health and wellness of babies and children. It is an important field.‎

    Online courses on Coursera can help you learn pediatrics with video lectures, readings from the latest research in the field, projects that let you apply what you have learned, and discussions to help you master the material better. Peer grading can help you see other perspectives on the material. Online courses covering pediatrics include the practical, covering such things as feeding babies and then getting them to sleep. Others cover scientific and theoretical material about growth and development. Many lead to Specializations or Professional Certificates. The information covered in online courses can help you learn pediatrics, whether your interest is personal or professional.‎

    Online Pediatrics courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Pediatrics skills. Choose from a wide range of Pediatrics courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Pediatrics, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    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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