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      University of Copenhagen

      Air Pollution – a Global Threat to our Health

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Pollution Prevention, Public Health, Environment Health And Safety, Health Disparities, Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, Environmental Monitoring, Health Assessment, Respiratory Care, Chronic Diseases, Mitigation, Vulnerability

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

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      Arizona State University

      Batteries and Electric Vehicles

      Skills you'll gain: Electric Power Systems, Electrical Safety, Environmental Regulations, Electrical Systems, Energy and Utilities, Safety Assurance, Reliability, Thermal Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Chemistry, Environment and Resource Management, Manufacturing and Production, Emerging Technologies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      87 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Alberta

      Physical Vitality in a Dynamic Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Collaboration, Teamwork, Stress Management, Professionalism, Safety Training, Environment Health And Safety, Communication, Health And Safety Standards, Injury Prevention, Mindfulness, Time Management, Prioritization, Productivity, Goal Setting, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Kinematics: Describing the Motions of Spacecraft

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Trigonometry, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Algorithms, Systems Of Measurement

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      337 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Hearing Loss in Children

      Skills you'll gain: Pediatrics, Speech Therapy, Patient Evaluation, Child Health, Disabilities, Childhood Education and Development, Working With Children, Public Health, Child Development, Health Assessment, Patient Treatment, Special Education, Surgery, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Anatomy

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      238 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Stanford University

      स्वास्थ्य कर्मचारियों के लिए कोविड-19 ट्रेनिंग

      Skills you'll gain: Respiratory Care, Telehealth, Respiratory Therapy, Critical Care, Infection Control, Acute Care, Emergency and Intensive Care, Intensive Care Medicine, Patient Treatment, Health Technology, Patient Positioning, Patient Evaluation, Medical Telemetry, Infectious Diseases, Vital Signs

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Supporting Parents of a Newborn Baby

      Skills you'll gain: Child Health, Patient Evaluation, Maternal Health, Health Assessment, Pediatrics, Working With Children, Parent Communication, Caregiving, Patient Education and Support, Child Development, Family Medicine, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Diversity Awareness, Mental Health, Relationship Building, Cultural Sensitivity

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      190 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Geneva

      Troubles du spectre de l'autisme : interventions

      Skills you'll gain: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Special Education, Parent Communication, Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Working With Children, Speech Therapy, Child Development, Psychological Evaluations, Legal Support, Research, Care Coordination, Group Therapy, Behavior Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      192 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Hong Kong

      口腔种植学 (Implant Dentistry)

      Skills you'll gain: Dental Procedures, Dentistry, Oral and Dental Care, Treatment Planning, Patient Evaluation, Surgery, Oral Health, Medical Imaging, Preventative Care, Risk Analysis, Biology, Emerging Technologies

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      84 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Northeastern University

      Analytics in Healthcare Management and Administration

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Improvement, Process Analysis, Health Care Administration, Process Mapping, Health Systems, Health Informatics, Business Analytics, Clinical Trials, Systems Thinking, Quality Improvement, Change Management, Analytics, Health Care, Care Coordination, Patient Coordination, Complex Problem Solving, Data Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making, Leadership

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      ISAE-SUPAERO

      Flight mechanics - Lift and trajectory

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Control, Vibrations, Safety Assurance, Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Simulations, Mathematical Modeling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Training, Intercultural Competence, Organizational Change, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cognitive flexibility, Adaptability, Diversity and Inclusion, Open Mindset, Cultural Responsiveness, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Sensitivity, Employee Training, Safety Culture, Self-Awareness

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular patient safety courses

    • Air Pollution – a Global Threat to our Health: University of Copenhagen
    • Batteries and Electric Vehicles: Arizona State University
    • Physical Vitality in a Dynamic Workplace: University of Alberta
    • Kinematics: Describing the Motions of Spacecraft: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Hearing Loss in Children: University of Michigan
    • स्वास्थ्य कर्मचारियों के लिए कोविड-19 ट्रेनिंग: Stanford University
    • Supporting Parents of a Newborn Baby: University of Colorado System
    • Troubles du spectre de l'autisme : interventions: University of Geneva
    • 口腔种植学 (Implant Dentistry): The University of Hong Kong
    • Analytics in Healthcare Management and Administration: Northeastern University

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