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Medical Writing Courses

Medical writing courses can help you learn how to create clinical trial documents, regulatory submissions, and scientific publications. You can build skills in writing clear and concise protocols, understanding statistical analysis, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Many courses introduce tools like reference management software, statistical analysis programs, and content management systems, that support organizing research data and streamlining the writing process.


Popular Medical Writing Courses and Certifications


  • Status: Free
    Free
    U

    University of Pittsburgh

    Clinical Terminology for International and U.S. Students

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Testing, Diagnostic Tests, Medical Terminology, Vital Signs, Clinical Practices, Clinical Experience, Patient Communication, Hospital Medicine, Patient Safety, Medication Administration, Intravenous Therapy, Anatomy, English Language

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    3.2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Introduction to Academic Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Writing and Editing, Research, Peer Review, Research Methodologies, Media and Communications, Journals, Research and Design, Policy Analysis, Content Creation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    151 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    M

    MedCerts

    Medical Billing and Coding Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Revenue Cycle Management, Medical Billing, Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Coding, Electronic Medical Record, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Medical Privacy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Patient Registration, Medicare, Managed Care, Medical Terminology, Payment Processing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    622 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
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    D

    Duke University

    Medical Neuroscience

    Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Physiology, Anatomy, Cell Biology, Psychology, Pathology, Molecular Biology

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    3.1K reviews

    Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    The Strategy of Content Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Content Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Copywriting, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Social Media Strategy, Brand Marketing, Digital Media Strategy, Writing, Marketing Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Business-To-Consumer, B2B Sales, Auditing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    5.4K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado System

    Scientific Writing for Research Grant Proposals

    Skills you'll gain: Concision, Grant Writing, Writing, Grant Applications, Editing, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Organizational Skills

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    27 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    A

    AAPC

    Introduction to Certified Professional Biller

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Billing, Patient Registration, Revenue Cycle Management, Medical Office Procedures, Health Systems, Medicare, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Insurance, Administration

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    123 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    A

    AAPC

    Coding and Medical Necessity

    Skills you'll gain: ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Coding, CPT Coding, Revenue Cycle Management, Medical Records, Denial Management, Health Care Procedure and Regulation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    R

    Rice University

    Spanish for Successful Communication in Healthcare Settings

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Spanish Language, Patient-centered Care, Medical Terminology, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Diagnostic Tests, Cultural Diversity, Grammar

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    337 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Y

    Yale University

    Introduction to Medical Software

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Software Development Life Cycle, Medical Devices, Systems Development, Usability, Medical Privacy, Regulatory Affairs, Verification And Validation, Human Factors, Regulatory Requirements, Quality Management Systems, Risk Management, Medical Management, User Interface (UI), Software Design, Healthcare Project Management, Software Testing, Entrepreneurship, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), User Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    283 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    U

    University of Pennsylvania

    English for Career Development

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Vocabulary, Writing, Business Writing, Interviewing Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Social Skills, Professional Networking, Business Communication, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    17K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    C

    Coursera

    Guide Patients: Clinic Communication & Support

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Preparation, Health Information Management, Care Coordination, Educational Materials, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular medical writing courses

  • Clinical Terminology for International and U.S. Students: University of Pittsburgh
  • Introduction to Academic Writing: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Medical Billing and Coding Essentials: MedCerts
  • Medical Neuroscience: Duke University
  • The Strategy of Content Marketing: University of California, Davis
  • Scientific Writing for Research Grant Proposals: University of Colorado System
  • Introduction to Certified Professional Biller: AAPC
  • Coding and Medical Necessity: AAPC
  • Spanish for Successful Communication in Healthcare Settings: Rice University
  • Introduction to Medical Software: Yale University

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