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    Results for "public health"

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Applied Public Health Informatics for Leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Public Health, Health Policy, Health Care Administration, Health Care, Health Systems, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Data Integration, Health Technology, Data Analysis Software, Technical Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Environmental Health: the Foundation of Global Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Environment Health And Safety, Environmental Regulations, Systems Thinking, Environmental Policy, Public Health, Health Systems, Health Policy, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Health Disparities, Health Assessment, Pollution Prevention, Risk Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      96 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Environmental Hazards and Global Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Demography, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Policy, Environment Health And Safety, Environmental Issue, Pollution Prevention, Sanitation, Public Health, Water Resources, Environmental Science, Radiation Protection, Community Health, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Chronic Diseases

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      77 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Geneva

      Disease Screening in Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Program Evaluation, Geriatrics, Preventative Care, Epidemiology, Maternal Health, Health Disparities, Public Health, Healthcare Ethics, Chronic Diseases, Oncology, Mental Health

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      404 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • S

      Stanford University

      International Women's Health and Human Rights

      Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Maternal Health, Child Health, Health Equity, Social Justice, Socioeconomics, Human Services, Advocacy, Education and Training, International Relations, Cultural Diversity, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Geriatrics, Economics, Health Policy

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.7K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • E

      Emory University

      Public Health Approaches to Abortion

      Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Social Justice, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Healthcare Ethics, Gynecology, Socioeconomics, Cultural Responsiveness, Public Health, Policy Analysis, Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Community Change in Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Community Health, Community Development, Public Health, Community Organizing, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Community Outreach, Health Policy, Community and Social Work, Health Systems, Systems Thinking, Political Sciences, Program Evaluation, Cultural Diversity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      170 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      AI and Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Jupyter, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Information Privacy, Deep Learning, Healthcare Ethics, Public Health

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      224 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Copenhagen

      An Introduction to Global Health

      Skills you'll gain: Health Systems, Maternal Health, Child Health, Public Health, Health Policy, Infectious Diseases, Health Disparities, Water Resources, Epidemiology, Community Health, Sanitation, Environmental Issue, Preventative Care, Nutrition and Diet, Mental Health, Socioeconomics, Chronic Diseases

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      863 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of London

      Finding Your Professional Voice: Confidence & Impact

      Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Assertiveness, Self-Awareness, Communication Strategies, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Personal Attributes, Executive Presence, Emotional Intelligence, Composure, Respiration, Anatomy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Summary Statistics in Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Biostatistics, Statistical Visualization, Epidemiology, Medical Science and Research, Quantitative Research, Descriptive Statistics, Research Design, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution, Public Health, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Sample Size Determination

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Tokyo

      Global Health Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Gerontology, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Health Policy, Health Equity, Health Systems, Health Administration, Health Care, Governance, International Relations, Chronic Diseases

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      278 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular public health courses

    • Applied Public Health Informatics for Leaders: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Environmental Health: the Foundation of Global Public Health: University of Michigan
    • Environmental Hazards and Global Public Health: University of Michigan
    • Disease Screening in Public Health: University of Geneva
    • International Women's Health and Human Rights: Stanford University
    • Public Health Approaches to Abortion: Emory University
    • Community Change in Public Health: Johns Hopkins University
    • AI and Public Health: DeepLearning.AI
    • An Introduction to Global Health: University of Copenhagen
    • Finding Your Professional Voice: Confidence & Impact: University of London

    Frequently Asked Questions about Public Health

    Public health courses on Coursera cover a wide range of topics to help you understand and address health issues on a large scale:

    • Essentials of epidemiology and how to track disease spread.
    • Strategies for designing and implementing effective health programs and policies.
    • Methods for conducting health research and data analysis.
    • Understanding of global health challenges and solutions.
    • Principles of environmental health, including how to manage and prevent health risks associated with environmental factors.
    • Health promotion and disease prevention techniques.
    • Skills for crisis management and response to health emergencies.‎

    Public health courses on Coursera cater to all levels of interest and expertise:

    • Beginners can start with introductory courses that provide an overview of core public health concepts.
    • Those with some background in health or related fields can deepen their knowledge with intermediate courses focusing on more specialized areas.
    • Advanced courses are available for professionals and students who are looking to lead public health initiatives or conduct advanced research. ‎

    Coursera offers a variety of options for academic and professional advancement in public health:

    • Professional certificates that can support career transitions or advancements in the public health field.
    • Specialized course certificates that acknowledge your expertise in specific public health areas.
    • Degrees and professional certificates from accredited institutions that can help prepare you for leadership roles in public health. ‎

    Studying public health on Coursera can open doors to impactful careers aimed at improving community health:

    • Public Health Officer: Lead initiatives to improve health services and outcomes within communities.
    • Epidemiologist: Investigate patterns and causes of disease and injury.
    • Health Policy Analyst: Shape policies that affect the health of populations.
    • Environmental Health Scientist: Explore and address environmental factors affecting public health.
    • Community Health Worker: Engage directly with communities to promote wellness and educate on health practices.‎
    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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