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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Kinematics: Describing the Motions of Spacecraft

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Verification And Validation, Advanced Mathematics, Estimation

      4.9
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      334 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Data Science in Stratified Healthcare and Precision Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Bioinformatics, Image Analysis, Medical Imaging, Big Data, Health Informatics, Statistical Methods, Data Science, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Probability & Statistics, Data Analysis, Molecular Biology, Network Analysis, Graph Theory, Healthcare Ethics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      334 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Power System: Generation, Transmission and Protection

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Control Systems, Electrical Substation, Electrical Equipment, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Safety, Plant Operations and Management, High Voltage, Applied Mathematics, Power Electronics, Automation Engineering, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Low Voltage, Process Control, Mathematical Modeling, Matlab, Three-Phase

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      200 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universiteit Leiden

      Risk in Modern Society

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Safety and Security, Environmental Issue, Cyber Security Strategy, Decision Making, Public Health

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      219 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Impacts of the Environment on Global Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Demography, Environmental Regulations, Environment Health And Safety, Social Justice, Systems Thinking, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Public Health, Health Equity, Environment, Health Disparities, Health Policy, Environmental Science, Epidemiology, Pollution Prevention, Risk Management, Sanitation, Energy and Utilities, Mitigation, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      237 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Introduction to Cataract Surgery

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Preparation, Anesthesiology, Surgery, Patient Evaluation, Operating Room (OR), Patient Education And Counseling, Medical Equipment and Technology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      277 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Melbourne

      Foundations of International Psychiatry

      Skills you'll gain: Psychiatry, Medical History Documentation, Healthcare Ethics, Psychosocial Assessments, Mental and Behavioral Health, Cultural Sensitivity, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Evaluation, Mental Health, Interpersonal Communications, Interviewing Skills, Rapport Building, Behavioral Health

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      193 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Global Health at the Human-Animal-Ecosystem Interface

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Epidemiology, Environment, Public Health, Environment Health And Safety, Health Policy, Nutrition and Diet, Microbiology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      356 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yale University

      Anatomy of the Upper and Lower Extremities

      Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Orthopedics, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, Medical Terminology, Radiology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      89 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Foundational Skills for Communicating About Health

      Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Communication, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Concision, Patient Education And Counseling, Health Policy, Persuasive Communication, Diversity Awareness

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      123 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Olay

      Cosmetic Formulation Science

      Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Experience, Laboratory Equipment, Chemistry, Safety Training, Product Testing, Record Keeping, Product Development, Personal Care, Systems Of Measurement, Innovation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      98 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The State University of New York

      Home-Based Child Care

      Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Child Development, Childhood Education and Development, Working With Children, Business Planning, Accident Prevention, Special Education, Teaching, Emotional Intelligence, Emergency Response, Parent Communication, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Nutrition and Diet, Safety Training, Business, Classroom Management, Small Business Accounting, Tax Management, Policy Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      131 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular patient safety courses

    • Kinematics: Describing the Motions of Spacecraft: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Data Science in Stratified Healthcare and Precision Medicine: The University of Edinburgh
    • Power System: Generation, Transmission and Protection: L&T EduTech
    • Risk in Modern Society : Universiteit Leiden
    • Impacts of the Environment on Global Public Health: University of Michigan
    • Introduction to Cataract Surgery: University of Michigan
    • Foundations of International Psychiatry: The University of Melbourne
    • Global Health at the Human-Animal-Ecosystem Interface: University of Geneva
    • Anatomy of the Upper and Lower Extremities : Yale University
    • Foundational Skills for Communicating About Health: University of Michigan

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