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Influence of Social Context on Health

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Certificate

Influence of Social Context on Health

The Influence of Social Context on Health online course is the second part of ‘The Influence of Social Determinants on Health Specialization’ course provided by the University Of Michigan. The Influence of Social Context on Health certification by Coursera is curated by Briana Mezuk and Belinda Needham. It examines the interrelationship between mental and physical health and seeks to identify and explain health disparities across communities, based on race, ethnicity, socioeconomic, gender, and sexual orientation respectively.

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will acquire the ability to discern various conditions within healthcare settings, as well as in professional, educational, and domestic environments. Moreover, attendees will develop an aptitude for employing models that facilitate the examination of the social context serving as both a source of stress and a source of support for overall well-being. Furthermore, The Influence of Social Context on Health certification will impart comprehensive insights regarding the impact of social and physical surroundings, in shaping health outcomes throughout the lifespan.

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3 Weeks
Intermediate
3,277
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of Psychology
Translating Research to Healthcare Policy

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Certificate

Translating Research to Healthcare Policy

Translating Research to Healthcare Policy training is a three-week long course. This certification will provide you with an explained understanding of the process of evaluating the real-world outcomes of health research. The course content is prepared and instructed by Vicki Ellingrad, Dean of the College of Pharmacy at the University of Michigan.

Translating Research to Healthcare Policy certification by Coursera consists of many topics including the key concepts and terms related to healthcare research. After exploring the course, the learner gets to know how the outcomes of health research can influence health policies and practices. This course is a part of translational science and its applications. This course is prepared to ensure that the learner will have the best learning experience possible.

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3 Weeks
Beginner
3,277
Skills Covered:
Research skills
Translating Research to Communities

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Certificate

Translating Research to Communities

Translating Research to Communities certification syllabus consists of many topics related to health research. This course tries to enlighten the learners about the concepts of population health research and the ethical use of data science. This course tells how health research is playing a vital role in the advancement of human health. 

The Translating Research to Communities certification by Coursera is the fourth course in the Translational Science Specialization. This course consists of 7 hours long modules, which will take about 3 weeks to complete. This course is certified by the University of Michigan and taught by Vicki Ellingrod. 

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3 Weeks
Beginner
3,277
Skills Covered:
Data science knowledge
Service Transformed Lessons in U.S. Veteran Centered Care

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Service Transformed: Lessons in U.S. Veteran Centered Care

Service Transformed: Lessons in U.S. Veteran Centered Care online course talks about the current health conditions of veterans in civilian society. How an improvement in the health care conditions of veterans is possible. Further, this course also talks about educating civilians about the unique mental, emotional and physical needs related to military service.

Service Transformed: Lessons in U.S. Veteran Centered Care certification by Coursera contains 25 hours long study modules which will take about 7 weeks to get completed. This course is certified by the University of Michigan and taught by Monica Lypson and Paula Ross. This course widely talks about health services and focused care facilities for veterans.  

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3 Weeks
Intermediate
Free

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University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen via Coursera
Certificate

Bacteria and Chronic Infections

The course titled Bacteria and Chronic Infections is offered by the University of Copenhagen. It provides a comprehensive understanding of bacteria, how they cause infections, and how they persist over an extended time and come to be known as chronic infections. The modules in the course dig into the background of such infection-causing bacteria and explores the mechanism and biology that lies beneath them. 

The Bacteria and Chronic Infections certification by Coursera consists of about 9 hours of course material. The course material includes video lectures, reading material, quizzes, and graded assignments designed by experts from the University of Copenhagen. The course primarily focuses on chronic infections caused by bacteria. It provides the learners with knowledge about the basics of microbiology, detection, diagnosis and treatment of infections, and preventive measures.

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3 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of Microbiology
Taking Safety and Quality Improvement Work to the Next Level Patient Safety VII

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Taking Safety and Quality Improvement Work to the Next Level (Patient Safety VII)

Taking Safety and Quality Improvement Work to the Next Level (Patient Safety VII) is an online certification course designed to understand the fundamental aspect of patient safety and learn practical skills in addressing patient safety issues. The online course aims to provide different scenarios to students in the aspect of patient safety and work through the problem using a variety of tools and strategies. Taking Safety and Quality Improvement Work to the Next Level (Patient Safety VII) certification is offered by Coursera which is part of the Patient Safety Specialization. 

Taking Safety and Quality Improvement Work to the Next Level (Patient Safety VII) training covers strategies to identify defects, root causes, and potential mitigation strategies in becoming a patient safety and quality leader. Taking Safety and Quality Improvement Work to the Next Level (Patient Safety VII) online course analyses patient safety techniques and guides the student to move towards high reliability. 

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3 Weeks
4,117
Skills Covered:
Leadership
Foundations for Assisting in Home Care

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Certificate

Foundations for Assisting in Home Care

Foundations for Assisting in Home Care is an online certification course designed to explore the fundamental concepts related to home care, from understanding the need of family budgeting and spending to learning about how to work effectively with home care clients. The online course provides a very vast understanding of the detailed topics covered within the field. The Foundation for Assisting in Home Care certification is offered by Coursera in collaboration with the State University of New York.

The Foundations for Assisting in Home Care certification course aims to teach practical learning related to home health aide and personal care aide. Foundations for Assisting in Home Care training familiarises students with the opportunity to explore a career in Home Health Aide or Personal Care Aide. It portrays the importance of home care and the theories given by scholars, which bind the syllabus of this course. 

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3 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Communication skills
Structural Racism Causes of Health Inequities in the US

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Structural Racism: Causes of Health Inequities in the U.S.

The Structural Racism: Causes of Health Inequalities in the U.S. training course is a 3-week long certification course offered by the University of Michigan and provided by Coursera that contains 17 hours of structural racism classes. This course aims to bring awareness about the health inequities in the U.S. and understanding its causes.

The Structural Racism: Causes of Health Inequities in the U.S. certification by  Coursera covers many topics including ways to eliminate racial health disparities, root causes of these disparities, the present situation and the impact of racial inequities in society and its different institutions. This Structural Racism: Causes of Health Inequities in the U.S. online course studies the basic reasons why this kind of division took place in history. This course provides the learner with a better understanding of the health inequities in the U.S. and what is required to eradicate these inequities.

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3 Weeks
Beginner
Free
Healthcare Data Literacy

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Healthcare Data Literacy

Healthcare Data Literacy online course is taught by Brian Paciotti, a healthcare data scientist at the University of California, Davis. The Healthcare Data Literacy certification lays emphasis on the use of data analytics in the healthcare industry and is a part of the Health Information Literacy for Data Analytics Specialization course. The high-quality data from patient-generated data are stored in the computer or software for computation to bring significant results from the database.

The Healthcare Data Literacy certification by Coursera focuses on using the data set to store, fetch relations, organise data and process it to find new results from the database. Further, it discusses the data standards like LOINCS (Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes), SNOMED (Systematized Nomenclature of Medicine), clinical data standards and drug vocabularies (e.g., RxNorm) to examine laboratory observations such as tests and measurements and use it for research in the healthcare domain. The Healthcare Data Literacy certification will enable you to improve your skills and foster efficiency and innovation in your field.

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3 Weeks
Intermediate
3,275
Analytical Solutions to Common Healthcare Problems

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Certificate

Analytical Solutions to Common Healthcare Problems

3 Weeks
Intermediate
3,275
Certificate

Acupressure

The acupressure certification course is based on the basic principles and applications of acupressure for self-care and symptom control in patients with readings and video lessons accessible for the student to work at their convenience. 

If you are interested in alternative medicine and holistic health or want to improve your knowledge and abilities in therapeutic approaches, taking this Acupressure certification course will serve you with several advantages.

It is one of the five courses provided by the Integrative Nursing Specialisation and will take you approximately 15 hours to complete the syllabus. Acupressure training offered by the University of Minnesota in collaboration with Coursera may also be eligible for CE credit from additional professional governing bodies that allow self-documentation of continuing education activities. 

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3 Weeks
Beginner
4,115
Certificate

Introduction to Social Determinants of Health

Introduction to Social Determinants of Health Certification Course being offered by the University of Minnesota which is amongst the largest public research universities in the United States, through Coursera under the Social Determinants of Health: Data to Action Specialization is taught by instructors Daniel J. Pesut and Karen A. Monsen, professors at The University of Minnesota.

The course Introduction to Social Determinants of Health, helps in defining the social determinants of health, understanding how our definition of social determinants has changed over time and evaluating the effect of health inequity on society at large. 

Introduction to Social Determinants of Health Certification by Coursera evaluates a large pool of ideas to address health inequities in the society. The course teaches us to review different ways of using community knowledge to augment data and influence health-related policies. The Introduction to Social Determinants of Health Certification Benefits the learner by enabling him to assess and evaluate data and foster partnerships which can be leveraged to create a transformative change in health-related policies.

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3 Weeks
Beginner
6,634
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of Data Visualization Data Analysis
Healthcare Data Quality and Governance

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Certificate

Healthcare Data Quality and Governance

3 Weeks
Intermediate
3,275
Easing Physical Symptoms Its Not Just Hospice Anymore

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Certificate

Easing Physical Symptoms: It's Not Just Hospice Anymore

Easing Physical Symptoms: It's Not Just Hospice Anymore is a 3-week online course offered by the University of Colorado, tutored by Nancy Robertson, Regina Fink, Amos Bailey, Maurice Scott, and Kelly Arora. The Easing Physical Symptoms: It's Not Just Hospice Anymore certification is a part of the Palliative Care: It's Not Just Hospice Anymore Specialization course by Coursera. The course not only identifies common physical symptom problems but also answers to how and why these symptoms occur and treats them in an effective manner.

The Easing Physical Symptoms: It's Not Just Hospice Anymore classes will highlight symptoms and discomfort that affect a person with chronic illness. It deals with daily-life issues faced by a person with long-term illness, such as loss of appetite, tiredness, shortness of breath, weight loss, weakness, nausea/vomiting, constipation, and cognitive disorders like confused thinking, disordered speech, memory loss, and uncontrollable emotions. Moreover, it puts more emphasis on communication and easing mental stress.

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3 Weeks
Beginner
4,115
Pain Management Easing Pain in Palliative Care

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Certificate

Pain Management: Easing Pain in Palliative Care

In collaboration with the University of Colorado, the Pain Management: Easing Pain in Palliative Care certification course written by Regina Fink, Maurice Scott, Kelly Arora, Amos Bailey and Nancy Robertson is a 3-week online course. The Pain Management: Easing Pain in Palliative Care certification by Coursera focuses on pain management with both medicated and unmedicated treatments. In this course, different approaches to solutions are provided for comfort and pain mitigation such as healing practices that cater to patients’ needs.

Pain Management: Easing Pain in Palliative Care certification course highlights the types and causes of pain. It explores all domains of pain management such as therapy (integrative, topical, mind-body, traditional body-based, and non-traditional body-based), medicated treatments that use opioids (Pill and IV form) and non-opioid medicines. It focuses on improving the mind and body of a patient with a serious illness. The importance of pain assessment, pain acknowledgement, expression of pain, and a mock patient case study is also discussed in Pain Management: Easing Pain in Palliative Care classes.

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3 Weeks
Beginner
4,115
The Challenges of Modern Caregiving

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Certificate

The Challenges of Modern Caregiving

The Challenges of Modern Caregiving Certification Course is a comprehensive training program specifically designed for individuals involved in caregiving roles. This course aims to equip caregivers with the essential skills and knowledge needed to navigate the unique challenges of modern caregiving settings. 

Whether you are a professional caregiver seeking to enhance your expertise, a dedicated family member taking care of a loved one, or someone considering a career in caregiving, this course is meticulously tailored to meet your unique needs. By enrolling in this program, you will gain invaluable insights into the complexities of modern caregiving and acquire practical tools to ensure the highest level of care and support for those in your care and need.

Through this certification program, you will gain valuable insights into the complexities of caregiving and learn practical strategies to provide effective care. The Challenges of Modern Caregiving Certification by Coursera contains 5 modules with approximately 7 hours of content.

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3 Weeks
Beginner
4,117
Skills Covered:
Communication skills
Newborn Capstone

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Certificate

Newborn Capstone

The Newborn Capstone Certification Course is an all-encompassing program meticulously crafted to impart extensive expertise and proficiency in the realm of newborn care and development. Tailored to cater to aspiring childcare professionals and individuals seeking to augment their comprehension and proficiency in newborn care, this course offers a holistic learning experience. 

The Newborn Capstone Certification by Coursera adapts learners with a deep understanding of newborn care practices, fostering their ability to provide optimal care to infants. Whether you aspire to embark on a fulfilling career in childcare or wish to expand your knowledge in the field, this course provides a comprehensive curriculum designed to meet your goals. From essential skills to emerging concepts, this program covers a wide range of topics, empowering participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the field of newborn care.

The Course consists of 5 modules with approximately 15 hours of content which includes multiple videos and readings.

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3 Weeks
Beginner
4,117

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National Taiwan University via Coursera
Certificate

Pioneers of Medicine and Medical Breakthroughs in Taiwan

The Pioneers of Medicine and Medical Breakthroughs in Taiwan online course, offered by the University of Taiwan, aims to introduce common diseases and their current management and highlight the advancements in modern medicine in Taiwan. Consisting of seven modules, the Pioneers of Medicine and Medical Breakthroughs in Taiwan certification by Coursera covers various topics including hepatitis B, chronic kidney disease, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, and more. 

Taught by 10 instructors from diverse medical fields like Surgery, Nephrology, Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Clinical Medicine, this course propounds in great detail about the complications of certain medical conditions.

The Pioneers of Medicine and Medical Breakthroughs in Taiwan certification course gives a comprehensive knowledge about the history of medical care in Taiwan. Learners will gain insights into the methods of maintaining caution and providing treatment for Hepatitis B, Chronic Kidney Diseases(CKD) and Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation.

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3 Weeks
Intermediate
Free
Introduction to the Multiphase Optimization Strategy

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Certificate

Introduction to the Multiphase Optimization Strategy (MOST)

This course about intervention research, offered by New York University, dives deep into the MOST method of conducting intervention research contrary to the standard approach. Curated by Linda M Collins and Kate Guastaferro, the Introduction to the Multiphase Optimization Strategy (MOST) certification by Coursera educates learners about the intervention programme in terms of affordability, scalability, and efficiency. 

In this course, learners will gain a clear understanding of the three essential phases of MOST: preparation, optimization, and evaluation. Additionally, they will explore the two fundamental principles of MOST, namely:  the resource management principle and the continual optimization principle. The Introduction to the Multiphase Optimization Strategy (MOST) online course is designed for intervention scientists and those training to become one. It caters to interdisciplinary teams developing and evaluating interventions, as well as implementation scientists.

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3 Weeks
Intermediate
Free
Certificate

Using clinical health data for better healthcare

This course, offered by the University Of Sydney, provides valuable insights into the use of healthcare data and focuses on various aspects such as best practices and the practical aspects of obtaining useful information from digital health systems. Curated by Tim Shaw, Using clinical health data for better healthcare certification by Coursera aims to help participants understand the fundamental concepts of health data analytics.

Learners of this programme will be guided through the different stages of the data life cycle, starting with the generation of high-quality health data. They will explore methods and tools commonly used for the analysis, visualisation, and communication of health data, allowing them to discover patterns and extract valuable knowledge from the data. Moreover, they will explore the future prospects and emerging trends in digital health data systems and applications after joining the Using clinical health data for better healthcare certification course.

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3 Weeks
Beginner
Free
Skills Covered:
Data Analysis
Certificate

Value-Based Care: Introduction to Value-Based Care and the U.S. Healthcare System

Value-Based Care: Introduction to Value-Based Care and the U.S. Healthcare System is an online certification course aimed at teaching students the fundamental concept of value-based care (VBC). The online course is designed to establish a solid foundation among students regarding the evolution of the U.S. healthcare system. The certification course is offered by Coursera, which is a part of the Value-Based Care Specialization. 

The Value-Based Care: Introduction to Value-Based Care and the U.S. Healthcare System training explores the creation of Medicare and Medicaid, the evolution of commercial insurance, TRICARE, and the Veterans Health Administration. The online course teaches students how each of these mechanisms emerged and what changes occurred over time. 

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3 Weeks
Beginner
4,115
Certificate

Healthcare Marketplace Capstone

The Healthcare Marketplace capstone certification course builds on the abilities learned in the first four courses under the Healthcare Marketplace specialisation to produce an original analysis of medical discovery. Learners will get the opportunity to apply the key principles and practices to a real-world situation in this course. 

Healthcare Marketplace capstone training is a 5-week online programme that involves real-world projects and case studies, it will give you the opportunity to put your knowledge into practice and earn practical experience. Overall, this course equips you with the skills necessary to succeed in healthcare management positions and to enhance individual and community well-being and healthcare systems.

The University of Minnesota offers this training programme in partnership with Coursera. From the 9-hour Healthcare Marketplace Capstone certification syllabus you will learn the necessary aspects required to make the marketplace grow.

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3 Weeks
Free
Enquire
Skills Covered:
Evaluation skills
Suffering and the Human Condition

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Certificate

Suffering and the Human Condition

The Suffering and the Human Condition Certification by Coursera delves into the intricacies of human suffering and its profound impact on our lives. This comprehensive course offers a multidimensional exploration of the nature of suffering, providing a deeper understanding of the human condition. By examining various perspectives, theories, and insights from philosophy, psychology, sociology, and spirituality, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the complexities surrounding suffering.

Throughout Suffering and the Human Condition by Coursera, you will embark on a thought-provoking journey, contemplating the meaning and significance of suffering in different contexts. You will explore the psychological and emotional responses to suffering, the historical and societal influences that shape our understanding, and the ethical considerations in addressing suffering.

Through a multidisciplinary approach, this course equips you with the knowledge and tools to critically analyse and engage with the concept of suffering. The course contains 5 modules with approximately 8 hours of content.

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3 Weeks
Beginner
4,117
Skills Covered:
Critical thinking
Certificate

Circadian clocks: how rhythms structure life

This course about the biological clock of living organisms, offered by 

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU) dives deep into the research and study of the circadian rhythm. Curated by Martha Merrow and Till Ronnenberg, the Circadian clocks: how rhythms structure life certification by Coursera, offers great propounding of the concepts of functioning of biological clocks across different species.

Learners of the Circadian clocks: how rhythms structure life certification course will be taught about the family of biological rhythms, spatial and temporal niches, clock genes, and the human biological clock along with its physiological and behavioural implications. Learners will also be given real-world research studies and the studies of different biologists who pioneered the study of circadian rhythms.

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3 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of Biology Knowledge of genetics Knowledge of Psychology

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Erasmus University, Rotterdam via Coursera
Certificate

Regulated Competition in Healthcare Systems: Theory & Practice

Regulated Competition in Healthcare Systems: Theory & Practice is an online certification course designed to teach students the theory and practice of regulated competition in healthcare systems. The online course aims to explain to the students how regulated competition promotes affordability, accessibility and efficiency of healthcare. The online certification course is offered by Coursera in collaboration with Erasmus University Rotterdam.

Regulated Competition in Healthcare Systems: Theory & Practice training covers the typology of healthcare systems, the economics of healthcare markets, the theory and preconditions of regulated competition, and risk selection in health insurance among others. The course talks about why regulated competition is very complex and why countries have adopted this structure in their healthcare. 

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3 Weeks
Intermediate
Free
Certificate

Value-Based Care: Capstone Project

Value-Based Care: Capstone Project is an online certification course aimed at building students’ understanding of Value-Based Care through developing the Capstone Project. The online course is designed to enable students to create empowering projects and connect them with team members to further enhance their practical familiarity with Value-Based Care and its importance in healthcare. The certification course is offered by Coursera which is a part of the Value-Based Care Specialization.

The Value-Based Care: Capstone Project training builds students' communication and project management skills. It also helps them understand the core concept covered in this course through their own assignments and work. The online course strengthens students' practical skills and encourages them to work on their own projects and make notes on areas needing further development. 

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3 Weeks
Beginner
Skills Covered:
Communication skills
Certificate

Value-Based Care: Quality Improvement in Organizations

Value-Based Care: Quality Improvement in Organizations is an online certification course aimed at teaching students how quality improvement structures the healthcare system. The online course is designed to make students understand how provider organisations can successfully move to greater growth by implementing quality improvement plans. The certification course is offered by Coursera which is a part of the Value-Based Care Specialization. 

The Value-Based Care: Quality Improvement in Organizations training covers the importance of building a strong core team in order to achieve a quality improvement in healthcare. The online course guides students in gaining expertise in communication skills to efficiently express their role in leading the targeted improvements. 

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3 Weeks
Beginner
4,115

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