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Quick Facts

Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

Biostatistics serves as the bridge between statistical reasoning and the life sciences, unlocking valuable data and evidence found in scientific literature. Simple Regression Analysis in Public Health certification by Coursera focuses on the application of simple regression methods, revealing the relationship between an outcome of interest and a single predictor through linear equations. Throughout the course, you will gain practical experience interpreting real data from published studies, while exploring topics such as confounding, adjustment, and effect modification. You will also learn the concept of logistic regression, confidence intervals, p-values, and Cox regression.

By mastering these concepts in Simple Regression Analysis in Public Health certification course, you will develop essential skills in data analysis and enhance your understanding of statistical reasoning within the realm of public health and the life sciences. The instructor of this course is John McGready who holds PhD and MS in biostatistics. This is a beginner-level fully online course provided by Johns Hopkins University.

The Highlights

Beginner Level
Fully Online
Approx. 13 hours to Complete
Certificate from Johns Hopkins University

Programme Offerings

flexible schedule
Shareable Certificate
assessments
subtitles
14 Days Refund

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
yes	Coursera

Various options for paying Simple Regression Analysis in Public Health certification fees are available in this course. Candidates can customize their learning journey with flexible payment options, offering one month for immersive study, three months for comprehensive understanding, or six months for gradual progress.

Simple Regression Analysis in Public Health Fee

Mode of Enrolment	Fee
1 Month Plan	Rs. 4,079
3 Months Plan	Rs. 8,159
6 Months Plan	Rs. 12,239

Eligibility Criteria

Certification Qualifying Details of Simple Regression Analysis in Public Health

To earn your certificate in Simple Regression Analysis in Public Health, you must demonstrate excellence in all mandatory assignments, ranging from quizzes to peer-graded tasks and other projects.

What you will learn

Upon completion of the Simple Regression Analysis in Public Health certification syllabus, you will acquire the knowledge and skills to:

Engage in the practical application of regression methods to unveil associations between outcomes and predictors.
Discern the presence of confounding variables within statistical analyses.
You will execute adjustment estimates to refine and enhance the accuracy of statistical findings.

Who it is for

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Simple Regression Analysis in Public Health classes aims at individuals aspiring to pursue any of the following career paths:

Admission Details

To embark on the application process for Simple Regression Analysis in Public Health training, you can follow the outlined steps:

Step 1: Access the Coursera platform by visiting the website https://www.coursera.org/ and logging into your account.

Step 2: Navigate through the course categories and find the course under "Public Health" or directly access it using the link https://www.coursera.org/learn/simple-regression-analysis-public-health.

Step 3: Enroll in the course without any cost by selecting the "Enroll for Free" option available on the course page and opting for the audit mode.

Step 4: If you desire to obtain a certificate upon completion, choose the "Paid certificate" option and proceed with selecting your preferred payment method.

By following these steps, you can kick-start the application process for the captivating Simple Regression Analysis in Public Health online course with confidence, even if it's your first time.

The Syllabus

Videos

Introduction
Simple Regression: An Overview
Simple Linear Regression with a Binary (or Nominal Categorical) Predictor
Simple Linear Regression with a Categorical Predictor
Simple Linear Regression with a Continuous Predictor
Simple Linear Regression Model: Estimating the Regression Equation—Accounting for Uncertainty in the Estimates
Measuring the Strength of a Linear Association
Additional Examples

Readings

Solutions to Linear Regression Practice Quiz
Quiz 1 Solution

Quizzes

Practice Quiz: Simple Linear Regression
Simple Linear Regression

Videos

Introduction
Simple Logistic Regression: An Overview
Simple Logistic Regression with a Binary (or Categorical) Predictor
Simple Logistic Regression with a Continuous Predictor
Simple Logistic Regression: Accounting for Uncertainty in the Estimates
Estimating Risk and Functions of Risk from Logistic Regression Results
Additional Examples

Readings

Solutions to Practice Quiz on Simple Logistic Regression
Quiz 2 Solutions

Quizzes

Practice Quiz: Simple Logistic Regression
Logistic Regression

Videos

Introduction
Simple Cox Regression: An Overview
Simple Cox Regression with a Binary (or Categorical) Predictor
Simple Cox Regression with a Continuous Predictor
Simple Cox Regression: Accounting for Uncertainty in the Estimates
Estimating Survival Curves from Cox Regression Results
Additional Examples

Readings

Solutions for Practice Quiz on Simple Cox Regression
Solutions to Summative Quiz 3

Quizzes

Practice Quiz: Simple Cox Proportional Hazards Regression
Simple Cox Regression

Videos

Introduction
Confounding: A Formal Definition and Some Examples
Adjusted Estimates: Presentation, Interpretation, and Utility for Assessing Confounding
Adjusted Estimates: The General Idea Behind the Computations
Additional Examples
Effect modification: Introduction with an analytic example
Effect modification: Tree damage and elevation example
Effect modification: Examples from the literature
Confounding versus effect modification: A review
Additional examples

Reading

Solutions to Summative Quiz 4

Quizzes

Practice Quiz: Confounding and Effect Modification
Confounding and Effect Modification

Reading

Biostatistical Consulting Project

Quizzes

Course Project Quiz

Instructors

Johns Hopkins Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: What is the duration of the Simple Regression Analysis in Public Health online course?

The duration of this course is 13 hours.

2: What is the mode of course?

The mode of this course is online.

3: When will I have access to the lectures and assignments in Simple Regression Analysis in Public Health online training?

It totally depends on your type of enrollment. You will get most of the course material free unless you want to earn a certificate.

4: How is the course structured?

The course follows a structured format that includes lectures, readings, assignments, and assessments.

5: What will I get if I subscribe to this course?

Upon enrollment, access to the entire Specialization is granted, and upon completion of the coursework, a certificate is awarded to demonstrate proficiency in the subject.