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    Novartis

    Pre-formulation

    Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Drug Development, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacology, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Pharmacotherapy, Chemistry, Manufacturing and Production

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    46 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    The Data Science of Health Informatics

    Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Health Care, Medical Records, Health Information Management, Clinical Informatics, Electronic Medical Record System, Databases, Data Analysis, Data Quality, Interoperability, Big Data, Query Languages, Data Science

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    227 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Anticoagulación

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Contraindication, Drug Interaction, Medication Therapy Management, Perioperative Care, Patient Evaluation, Treatment Planning, Acute Care, Patient Treatment, Clinical Practices, Chronic Diseases, Risk Analysis

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    96 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    American Museum of Natural History

    The Science of Stem Cells

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Biomedical Technology, Clinical Research, Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Life Sciences, Biology, Drug Development, Precision Medicine, Molecular Biology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    3.2K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Novartis

    Targets, Assays & Screening

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Development, Pharmaceuticals, Pre-Clinical Development, Pharmacology, Laboratory Testing, Biochemical Assays, Clinical Research, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Verification And Validation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    32 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Pharmacology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, General Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Culture, Medical Equipment and Technology, Behavioral Health, Ancient History, Medical Practices and Procedures, World History

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    81 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Introduction to ADHD: What It Is and How It’s Treated

    Skills you'll gain: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Clinical Psychology, Psychiatry, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental and Behavioral Health, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavioral Health, Neurology, Diagnostic Tests, Working With Children

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Química, guerra y ética

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, International Relations, Biochemistry, Environmental Regulations, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Control, Public Safety and National Security, Personal protective equipment, World History

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    246 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Evidence-based Toxicology

    Skills you'll gain: Verification And Validation, Pharmacology, Environmental Science, Research, Safety Assurance, Scientific Methods, Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Research Methodologies, Environmental Regulations, Research Design, Risk Analysis, Data Synthesis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    119 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Copenhagen

    Diabetes – the Essential Facts

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health and Disease Prevention, Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Disparities, Health Care, Chronic Diseases, Endocrinology, Nutrition and Diet, Medical Science and Research, Exercise Science, Surgery, Health Policy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    2.3K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    MedCerts

    Pharmacy Dosages and Prescriptions Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Medication Dispensation, Pharmacist Assistance, Medical Prescription, Pharmacy Operations, Pharmacology, Patient Safety, Pharmacy, Medication Administration, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Pediatrics, Intravenous Therapy, Systems Of Measurement

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    60 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Health Concepts in Chinese Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Pharmacology, Immunology, Chronic Diseases, Nutrition and Diet, Medical Terminology, Medical History Documentation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    424 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Pre-formulation: Novartis
  • The Data Science of Health Informatics: Johns Hopkins University
  • Anticoagulación: Universidad de los Andes
  • The Science of Stem Cells: American Museum of Natural History
  • Targets, Assays & Screening: Novartis
  • The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Introduction to ADHD: What It Is and How It’s Treated: Universidad de Palermo
  • Química, guerra y ética: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Evidence-based Toxicology: Johns Hopkins University
  • Diabetes – the Essential Facts: University of Copenhagen

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