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Infectious Disease Courses

Infectious disease courses can help you learn epidemiology, infection control methods, and the biology of pathogens. You can build skills in outbreak investigation, data analysis, and public health communication. Many courses introduce tools like statistical software for analyzing disease trends and modeling software for predicting outbreaks, that support applying your knowledge in real-world health scenarios.


Popular Infectious Disease Courses and Certifications


  • P

    Peking University

    Advanced Neurobiology II

    Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Anatomy, Physiology, Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Cell Biology, Psychiatry, Behavioral Health, Biology, Molecular Biology, Pathology

    ★ 4.4 (161) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Sustainable Consumption and Health

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Business, Nutrition and Diet, Social Determinants Of Health, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Issue, Environment, Health Assessment, Health Policy, Environmental Science, Public Health, Climate Change Mitigation, Problem Solving

    ★ 4.8 (19) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Pharmacology, Medical Science and Research, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Medical History Documentation, Culture, Behavioral Health, Ancient History, Medical Practices and Procedures, World History, Public Health

    ★ 4.8 (84) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Cape Town

    Climate Adaptation in Africa

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Water Resources, Water Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Environmental Policy, Water Resource Management, Environmental Science, Environment, Natural Resource Management, Socioeconomics, Vulnerability, Governance

    ★ 4.8 (125) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • F

    Fudan University

    抗菌药与超级细菌 --天使与魔鬼的博弈

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Infectious Diseases, Drug Interaction, Pharmacotherapy, Microbiology, Drug Development, Medication Administration, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Regulatory Compliance, Public Health, Health Care Procedure and Regulation

    ★ 4.7 (19) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    Universidad Nacional de Colombia

    Uso prudente de antimicrobianos en el entorno hospitalario

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Infection Control, Pharmacotherapy, Hand Hygiene, Hospital Medicine, Medication Therapy Management, Medical Prescription, Urinalysis, Infectious Diseases, Patient Evaluation, Microbiology, Clinical Practices, Surgical Suturing, Treatment Planning, Clinical Assessment

    ★ 4.9 (350) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • N

    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    National Academy of Sports Medicine Nutrition Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition and Diet, Nutritional Assessment, Nutrition Care Plans, Nutrition Education, Sports Medicine, Exercise Science, Coaching, Public Health and Disease Prevention

    ★ 4.6 (85) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    La salud vegetal. Plagas y enfermedades en plantas

    Skills you'll gain: Pathology, Infectious Diseases, Immunology, Microbiology, Epidemiology, Diagnostic Tests, Biology, Environmental Science, Taxonomy

    ★ 4.9 (41) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Fundamentos de la Psicología

    Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Personal Development, Oncology, Health Promotion, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Social Work, Empowerment, Health Care, Human Learning, Self-Awareness, Mental Health, Positive Behavior Support, Community Development, Resilience, Human Development, Scientific Methods, Social Sciences, Culture

    ★ 4.8 (501) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Antibióticos ¿cuándo, cómo y para qué?

    Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Medical Prescription, Pharmacotherapy, Infectious Diseases, Pharmacology, Public Health, Microbiology, Community Health, Patient Education And Counseling

    ★ 4.6 (132) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Understanding Prostate Cancer

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Education And Counseling, Radiation Therapy, Diagnostic Tests, Oncology, Pain Management, Preventative Care, Pathology, Urology, Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, Surgery, Care Management, Clinical Trials, Risk Analysis, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Imaging

    ★ 4.8 (757) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • S

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    杏林探宝——认知中药

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Pharmacotherapy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Healthcare Ethics, Chronic Diseases, Nutrition and Diet, Patient Safety, Medical History Documentation, Preventative Care, Ancient History

    ★ 4.6 (139) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular infectious disease courses

  • Advanced Neurobiology II: Peking University
  • Sustainable Consumption and Health: University of Michigan
  • The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Climate Adaptation in Africa: University of Cape Town
  • 抗菌药与超级细菌 --天使与魔鬼的博弈: Fudan University
  • Uso prudente de antimicrobianos en el entorno hospitalario: Universidad Nacional de Colombia
  • National Academy of Sports Medicine Nutrition Essentials: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • La salud vegetal. Plagas y enfermedades en plantas: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Fundamentos de la Psicología: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Antibióticos ¿cuándo, cómo y para qué?: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

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