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Patient Safety Courses

Patient safety courses can help you learn risk assessment, incident reporting, root cause analysis, and effective communication strategies. You can build skills in developing safety protocols, conducting safety audits, and implementing quality improvement initiatives. Many courses introduce tools like incident management systems and safety culture assessments, that support applying these skills in healthcare settings.


Popular Patient Safety Courses and Certifications


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    University of Geneva

    Supervision du raisonnement clinique

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Supervision, Patient Evaluation, Train The Trainer, Mentorship, Clinical Assessment, Diagnostic Tests, Healthcare Ethics, Constructive Feedback, Collaboration, Problem Solving, Teamwork

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    94 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    Industrial Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Job Analysis, Talent Management, Team Building, Leadership, Human Resources, Human Resources Management and Planning, Diversity and Inclusion, Occupational Safety And Health, Employee Performance Management, Organizational Development, Employee Engagement, Stress First Aid, Performance Management, Research, Social Justice, Scientific Methods, Employee Training, Psychological Evaluations, Cultural Diversity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Nutrition Education for the Consumer

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Nutritional Assessment, Sports Medicine, Exercise Science, Scientific Methods, Health Assessment, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Nutrition, Health And Wellness Coaching, Health Promotion, Athletic Training, Regulatory Compliance, Preventative Care, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Psychology, Medical Science and Research, Life Sciences

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    188 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Lymphoedema: Monitoring & Intervention After Breast Cancer

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Patient Education And Counseling, Care Management, Clinical Assessment, Rehabilitation, Health Assessment, Oncology, Chronic Diseases, Clinical Monitoring, Physiology, Anatomy, Research, Risk Analysis

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    47 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universiteit Leiden

    Population Health: Health & Health Behaviour

    Skills you'll gain: Patient-centered Care, Health Promotion, Patient Education And Counseling, Behavioral Health, Health Technology, Health Care, Chronic Diseases, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Assessment, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Healthcare Project Management, Program Evaluation

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    36 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Telehealth: Musculoskeletal Assessment

    Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Patient Positioning, Health Assessment, Clinical Assessment, Health Technology, Patient Education And Counseling, Human Musculoskeletal System

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    L&T EduTech

    Intelligent Digital Factories

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Internet Of Things, Artificial Intelligence, Unsupervised Learning, Python Programming, Computer Vision, Peripheral Devices, Integrated Development Environments, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Image Analysis, Machine Learning, Embedded Systems, Civil Engineering, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, Wireless Networks, Automation, Digital Transformation, Real Time Data

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Manejo moderno de la caries dental

    Skills you'll gain: Cavity Prevention, Dental Care, Dental Procedures, Oral Health, Oral Hygiene, Treatment Planning, Diagnostic Tests, Risk Analysis, Clinical Assessment

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    309 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Genomics for Law

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Research Ethics, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Informed Consent, Medical Privacy, Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Legal Research, Legal Proceedings, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Life Sciences, Personal Injury Law, Case Law, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Case Studies

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Batteries and Electric Vehicles

    Skills you'll gain: Safety Standards, Environmental Regulations, Electrical Power, Sustainable Technologies, Energy and Utilities, Reliability, Environmental Issue, Materials science, Manufacturing and Production, Emerging Technologies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    إدارة الفعاليات | Events Management

    Skills you'll gain: Event Management, Event Planning, Event Marketing, Budget Management, Staff Management, Advertising Campaigns, Return On Investment, Social Media Marketing, Human Resources Management and Planning, Communication Strategies, Safety and Security, Target Audience

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    118 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    Oncology Nursing(肿瘤护理)

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Nursing Process, Perioperative Care, Basic Nursing Skills, Nursing Care, Nursing Management, Health Assessment, Nursing, Oncology, Clinical Nursing, Medical Surgical Nursing, Patient Education And Counseling, Diagnostic Tests, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Preventative Care, Radiation Therapy, Surgery, Pathology, Patient Treatment, Epidemiology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Supervision du raisonnement clinique: University of Geneva
  • Industrial Psychology: Illinois Tech
  • Nutrition Education for the Consumer: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Lymphoedema: Monitoring & Intervention After Breast Cancer: Macquarie University
  • Population Health: Health & Health Behaviour: Universiteit Leiden
  • Telehealth: Musculoskeletal Assessment: Duke University
  • Intelligent Digital Factories: L&T EduTech
  • Manejo moderno de la caries dental: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Genomics for Law: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Batteries and Electric Vehicles: Arizona State University

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