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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


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    Lund University

    Writing in English at University

    Skills you'll gain: Editing, Proofreading, Writing, Grammar, English Language, Literacy, Style Guides, Formal Learning, Vocabulary

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    834 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Project Management & Other Tools for Career Development

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Negotiation, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Performance, Business Correspondence, Concision, Project Planning, Communication Planning, Editing, Change Control, Grammar, Project Management, Proofreading, Risk Management, Emotional Intelligence, Performance Metric, Open Mindset, Relationship Building, Team Management, Communication

    4.7
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    38K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Wesleyan University

    Writing a Personal Essay

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing, Organizational Skills, Editing, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Detail Oriented

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    87 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Florida

    TECH MeD: Transdisciplinary Education for Critical Hacks of Medical Devices

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Devices, Healthcare Ethics, Health Technology, Internet Of Things, Patient Safety, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Telehealth, Vulnerability, Medical Privacy, Regulatory Compliance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Patient Advocacy, Security Awareness, Cybersecurity

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    29 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to Research for Essay Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Skills, Research, Writing, Research Methodologies, Critical Thinking, Writing and Editing, Proofreading, Editing, Grammar, Style Guides

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.2K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Michigan State University

    Transmedia Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Peer Review, Storytelling, Video Game Development, Writing, Content Creation, Creative Thinking, Active Listening, Constructive Feedback, Storyboarding

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    66 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Effective Presentations and Persuasive Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Request for Proposal, Presentations, Technical Communication, Persuasive Communication, Proposal Writing, Business Writing, Technical Writing, Intercultural Competence, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Design Thinking, Communication, Innovation, Collaboration, Professional Development, Stakeholder Communications, Target Audience, Planning

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Kennesaw State University

    Writing Professional Email and Memos (Project-Centered Course)

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Grammar, Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Writing, Editing, Proofreading, Concision, Taking Meeting Minutes, Professionalism, Business Communication, Target Audience, Constructive Feedback

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    455 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Medical Terminology II

    Skills you'll gain: Medical History Documentation, Medical Terminology, Pulmonology, Cardiology, Electronic Medical Record System, Medical Records, Endocrinology, Hematology, Anatomy, Immunology, Patient Treatment, Diagnostic Tests

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    210 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Better Business Writing in English

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Proposal Writing, Business Correspondence, Presentations, Report Writing, Writing, Microsoft PowerPoint, Business Communication, Grammar, Peer Review, Editing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    513 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Teaching Writing Process

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Course Development, Peer Review, Editing, Creativity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    43 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tsinghua University

    Just Reading and Writing English 2

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Culture, English Language, Literacy, Writing, Interpersonal Communications, Grammar, Vocabulary

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 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 medical writing courses

  • Writing in English at University: Lund University
  • Project Management & Other Tools for Career Development: University of California, Irvine
  • Writing a Personal Essay: Wesleyan University
  • TECH MeD: Transdisciplinary Education for Critical Hacks of Medical Devices: University of Florida
  • Introduction to Research for Essay Writing: University of California, Irvine
  • Transmedia Writing: Michigan State University
  • Effective Presentations and Persuasive Writing: Johns Hopkins University
  • Writing Professional Email and Memos (Project-Centered Course): Kennesaw State University
  • Medical Terminology II: Rice University
  • Better Business Writing in English: Georgia Institute of Technology

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