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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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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Cuidado de heridas en el ámbito hospitalario

    Skills you'll gain: Wound Care, Patient Evaluation, Surgical Suturing, Clinical Assessment, Pain Management, Medical History Documentation, Basic Nursing Skills, Basic Patient Care, Infection Control, Clinical Practices, Nutritional Assessment, Anatomy

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    History of Medical Cannabis

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Pharmaceuticals, Medical Science and Research, Medication Administration, Research, Substance Abuse, Health Care, Clinical Research, Mental and Behavioral Health, Patient Safety, Public Health, Health Policy, Epidemiology, Public Policies, Research Design, Risk Analysis, Biology, Research Methodologies, Legal Research

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    341 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Electric Vehicle Systems and Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Thermal Management, Electrical Safety, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electronic Systems, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Systems, Embedded Software, Electronic Components, Energy and Utilities, HVAC, Basic Electrical Systems, Sustainable Technologies, Automation, Environmental Issue, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Geospatial Information and Technology

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    242 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Lecturio

    Electrocardiogram (ECG)

    Skills you'll gain: Electocardiography, Cardiac Dysrhythmia, Cardiology, Basic Nursing Skills, Patient Evaluation, Clinical Nursing, Critical Care

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Prepare for the EMT Certification Test

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient Evaluation, Emergency Medical Services, Patient Education And Counseling, Basic Patient Care, Care Management, Clinical Assessment, Triage, Emergency Response

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Olay

    Introduction to Cosmetic and Skincare Science

    Skills you'll gain: Product Testing, Safety Standards, Personal Care, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biology, Materials science, Sustainability Standards, Product Development, Regulatory Compliance

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    319 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Starweaver

    Digital Health Data & Governance Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Health Informatics, Health Information Management, Data Governance, Health Systems, Health Care, Medical Records, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Interoperability, Data Ethics, Telehealth, Data Security, Responsible AI, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Health Equity, Emerging Technologies, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    AI CERTs

    AI for Medical Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Advanced Analytics, Applied Machine Learning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    American Psychological Association

    Psychology of Substance Use, Depressive Disorders, & Trauma

    Skills you'll gain: Substance Abuse, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Clinical Psychology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Trauma Care, Mental Health, Psychiatric Assessments, Psychology, Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavioral Health, Psychological Evaluations, Pharmacology, Diagnostic Tests, Neurology, Cultural Diversity, Patient Treatment, Epidemiology, Patient Evaluation

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    MedCerts

    Medical Assisting Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Sterilization, Medical Terminology, Infection Control, Asepsis, Pathology, Hand Hygiene, Anatomy, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Health And Safety Standards, Sanitation, Medical History Documentation, Diagnostic Tests, Physiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Patient Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    The Integration of Art and Science in Modern Dental Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Dental Care, Patient Evaluation, Dentistry, Dental Procedures, Oral Health, Dental Hygiene, Periodontology, Oral and Dental Care, Oral Cancer Screening, Cardiology, Disabilities, Pain Management, General Medicine, Biomedical Technology, Endocrinology, Medical History Documentation, Oncology, Anatomy, Clinical Assessment, Hematology

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    Construyendo Campeones: Entrenamiento deportivo para fútbol

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Analysis, Patient Evaluation, Sports Medicine, Coaching, Athletic Training, Laboratory Testing, Exercise Science, Injury Prevention, Health Technology, Needs Assessment, Diagnostic Tests, Performance Reporting, Clinical Assessment, Program Standards, Collaboration, Load Balancing, Decision Support Systems, Planning, Decision Making, Global Positioning Systems

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Cuidado de heridas en el ámbito hospitalario: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • History of Medical Cannabis: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Electric Vehicle Systems and Technologies: Coursera
  • Electrocardiogram (ECG): Lecturio
  • Prepare for the EMT Certification Test: University of Colorado System
  • Introduction to Cosmetic and Skincare Science: Olay
  • Digital Health Data & Governance Essentials : Starweaver
  • AI for Medical Professionals: AI CERTs
  • Psychology of Substance Use, Depressive Disorders, & Trauma: American Psychological Association
  • Medical Assisting Foundations: MedCerts

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