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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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    University of Amsterdam

    Qualitative Research Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Interviewing Skills, Social Sciences, Research, Research Methodologies, Data Collection, Surveys, Research Design, Research Reports, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.6
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    1.4K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Empower School of Health

    Foundations of Digital Health & Ethical Aspects

    Skills you'll gain: Health Technology, Healthcare Ethics, Data Ethics, Telehealth, Medical Privacy, Surgery, Health Informatics, Health Disparities, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Health Care Administration, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Information Privacy, Health Equity, Medical Equipment and Technology, Informed Consent, Health Policy, Digital Transformation

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Patient Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Design Thinking, Change Management, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Leadership, Conflict Management, Performance Measurement, Systems Thinking, Solution Design, Health Systems, Data Analysis, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Risk Analysis, Value-Based Care, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Improvement, Risk Management, Data Analysis Software, Project Planning, Patient-centered Care

    4.8
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    Introduction to Logic and Critical Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Deductive Reasoning, Critical Thinking, Logical Reasoning, Computational Logic, Analysis, Probability, Sampling (Statistics), Persuasive Communication, Sample Size Determination, Writing, Case Studies, Mathematical Modeling, Scientific Methods, Oral Expression, Correlation Analysis, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Interactive Learning

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

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    University of Minnesota

    Medical Technology and Evaluation

    Skills you'll gain: Payment Systems, Medical Devices, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Medical Equipment, Cost Benefit Analysis, Clinical Trials, Health Technology, Clinical Data Management, Program Evaluation, Pharmaceuticals, Health Policy, Risk Analysis, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Care, Regulatory Affairs, Stakeholder Analysis, Probability & Statistics

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    291 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Stanford University

    Probabilistic Graphical Models 1: Representation

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Graph Theory, Probability Distribution, Network Model, Statistical Modeling, Markov Model, Decision Support Systems, Probability & Statistics, Network Analysis, Natural Language Processing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Washington

    Dynamic Public Speaking

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Microsoft PowerPoint, Communication, Storytelling, Motivational Skills, Constructive Feedback, Driving engagement, Performing Arts, Concision, Drive Engagement, Action Oriented, Communication Strategies, Target Audience, Writing, Non-Verbal Communication, Composure, Leadership

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    2.8K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Foundations of Python Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Program Development, Data Structures, Python Programming, Scripting, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Scripting Languages

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Go (Golang) for the Absolute Beginners - Hands-On

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Software Design

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Learn Spanish: Basic Spanish Vocabulary

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Language Learning, Spanish Language, Oral Expression, Grammar, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Culture, Writing and Editing, Language Competency, Research, Writing

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

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    Duke University

    Think Again I: How to Understand Arguments

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Writing, Oral Expression, Interpersonal Communications

    4.6
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    3.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Computational Thinking for Problem Solving

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Pseudocode, Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Computer Science, Python Programming, Computer Systems, Data Structures, Computer Hardware, Computer Programming, Debugging

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular medical writing courses

  • Qualitative Research Methods: University of Amsterdam
  • Foundations of Digital Health & Ethical Aspects: Empower School of Health
  • Patient Safety: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to Logic and Critical Thinking: Duke University
  • Medical Technology and Evaluation: University of Minnesota
  • Probabilistic Graphical Models 1: Representation: Stanford University
  • Dynamic Public Speaking: University of Washington
  • Foundations of Python Programming: Packt
  • Go (Golang) for the Absolute Beginners - Hands-On: Packt
  • Learn Spanish: Basic Spanish Vocabulary: University of California, Davis

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