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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

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Chronic Respiratory Diseases (CRD) in Primary Care Settings

      Skills you'll gain: Pulmonology, Chronic Diseases, Hospice, Respiratory Care, Primary Care, Patient Evaluation, Rehabilitation, Health Disparities, Diagnostic Tests, Patient Education And Counseling, Preventative Care, Patient-centered Care, Pharmacotherapy

      4.8
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Stanford University

      Supporting Families and Caregivers

      Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Parent Communication, Family Support, Caregiving, Patient Education and Support, Pain Management, Pediatrics, Patient Advocacy, Nursing and Patient Care, Patient-centered Care, Medical Social Work, Working With Children, Family Therapy, Psychosocial Assessments, Child Health, Patient Communication, Child Development, Social Work, Clinical Assessment, Stress Management

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Peking University

      Caring for Patients with Neurological Diseases(神经系统疾病病人的护理)

      Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Nursing Care, Rehabilitation, Nursing, Chronic Diseases, Anatomy, Geriatrics, Patient Safety, Physiology, Pathology, Diagnostic Tests, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Assessment

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      El rol docente del médico residente

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Leadership, Constructive Feedback, Clinical Supervision, Conflict Management, Teamwork, Leadership, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Train The Trainer, Clinical Practices, Communication Strategies, Communication, Learning Strategies

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      238 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Psicología de la salud

      Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Health Promotion, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Care, Mental Health, Chronic Diseases, Psychology, Exercise Science, Stress Management, Physiology, Neurology, Endocrinology, Immunology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Exploración centrada en el paciente

      Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Chronic Diseases, Patient-centered Care, Care Management, Health Care, Health Assessment, Healthcare Ethics, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Communication, Medical Privacy, Regulatory Compliance

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      What is Palliative Care?

      Skills you'll gain: Patient-centered Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Advocacy, Active Listening, Compassion, Communication, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Health Assessment, Care Coordination, Planning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      294 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Copenhagen

      Business Models for Innovative Care for Older People

      Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Competitive Analysis, Design Thinking, Demography, Innovation, Rehabilitation, Intellectual Property, Health Technology, Chronic Diseases, Health Systems, Health Care, Value Propositions, Business Modeling, Business Strategy, Project Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Stanford University

      Health After Cancer: Cancer Survivorship for Primary Care

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Primary Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Care Coordination, Oncology, Health Assessment, Chronic Diseases, Preventative Care, Clinical Assessment, Mental Health

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      113 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Psychosocial and Spiritual Aspects of Palliative Care

      Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Patient Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Care Management, Patient Advocacy, Psychosocial Assessments, Family Support, Mental Health, Stress Management, Cultural Diversity

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      91 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Strategies for Senior Housing Communities during COVID-19

      Skills you'll gain: Infection Control, Emergency Response, Personal protective equipment, Public Health, Community Health, Mental Health, Health And Safety Standards, Patient Education and Support, Education and Training, Policy Development, Interpersonal Communications

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      154 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology: University of California, Santa Cruz
    • Chronic Respiratory Diseases (CRD) in Primary Care Settings: The University of Edinburgh
    • Supporting Families and Caregivers: Stanford University
    • Caring for Patients with Neurological Diseases(神经系统疾病病人的护理): Peking University
    • El rol docente del médico residente: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Psicología de la salud: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Exploración centrada en el paciente: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • What is Palliative Care?: University of Colorado System
    • Business Models for Innovative Care for Older People: University of Copenhagen
    • Health After Cancer: Cancer Survivorship for Primary Care: Stanford University

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