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Pharmacology Courses

Pharmacology courses can help you learn drug classifications, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and therapeutic applications. You can build skills in dosage calculations, understanding drug interactions, and evaluating clinical trial data. Many courses introduce tools such as pharmacological databases and software for drug analysis, that support conducting research and making informed decisions in clinical settings. By exploring these topics, you can gain a comprehensive understanding of how medications work and their impact on patient care.


Popular Pharmacology Courses and Certifications


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    University of Copenhagen

    Understanding Patient Perspectives on Medications

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Cape Town

    Introduction to Small Molecule Drug Discovery & Development

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Pharmaceuticals, Pre-Clinical Development, Infectious Diseases, Patient-centered Care, New Product Development, Medical Science and Research, Chemistry, Informed Consent

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Responsible Medication Prescribing for Older Adults

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Interaction, Medication Therapy Management, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Prescription, Geriatrics, Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Care Management, Care Coordination, Patient Safety, Patient Evaluation, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Communication

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Novartis

    Introduction to Drug Hunting

    Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Clinical Trials, Pharmacology, Drug Development, Clinical Research, Pharmaceuticals, Competitive Intelligence, Safety Assurance, Biotechnology, Biochemistry

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Synaptic Pharmacology and Function

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacotherapy, Neurology, Research, Science and Research

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Healthcare Career Explorer: Nursing Professions

    Skills you'll gain: Medication Administration, Basic Patient Care, Direct Patient Care, Patient Communication, Smart Goals, Nursing and Patient Care, Pharmacology, Clinical Nursing, Professional Development, Nursing Basics, Nursing Administration, Basic Nursing Skills, Care Coordination, Nursing Process, Nursing, Communication, Patient Advocacy, Nursing Care, Teamwork, Nursing Practices

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    The Neurotransmitters of the Mind – Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Patient-centered Care, Mental and Behavioral Health, Clinical Psychology, Molecular Biology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    The Neurotransmitters of the Mind – Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Pharmacy, Drug Interaction, Substance Abuse, Neurology, Physiology, Molecular Biology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Research, Biology, Science and Research

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    American Psychological Association

    Mental Health Essentials: Mood, Eating, Sleep, and Stress

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health, Mental Health Therapies, Behavioral Health, Clinical Psychology, Nutrition and Diet, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Promotion, Patient Evaluation, Diagnostic Tests, Health Education, Patient Treatment, Clinical Assessment, Demography

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    MedCerts

    Pharmacy Technician Intermediate

    Skills you'll gain: Medication Therapy Management, Medical Privacy, Pharmacology, Asepsis, Pharmacy, Drug Interaction, Medication Administration, Patient-centered Care, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacist Assistance, Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Patient Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Intravenous Therapy, Healthcare Ethics, Sterile Procedure, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Pharmacy Operations, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Infectious Diseases

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Genetic Underpinnings of Synaptic Disease

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Pharmacotherapy, Molecular Biology, Substance Abuse, Mental and Behavioral Health, Neurology, Medical Science and Research, Physiology, Psychology, Biology, Science and Research

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Science of Exercise

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Physiology, Sports Medicine, Nutrition and Diet, Pharmacology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Immunology, Preventative Care, Respiration, Athletic Training, Endocrinology, Chronic Diseases, Vital Signs, Biochemistry, Public Health, Mental Health

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular pharmacology courses

  • Understanding Patient Perspectives on Medications: University of Copenhagen
  • Introduction to Small Molecule Drug Discovery & Development: University of Cape Town
  • Responsible Medication Prescribing for Older Adults: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • Introduction to Drug Hunting: Novartis
  • Synaptic Pharmacology and Function: University of Minnesota
  • Healthcare Career Explorer: Nursing Professions: Coursera
  • The Neurotransmitters of the Mind – Part 1: University of Minnesota
  • The Neurotransmitters of the Mind – Part 2: University of Minnesota
  • Mental Health Essentials: Mood, Eating, Sleep, and Stress: American Psychological Association
  • Pharmacy Technician Intermediate: MedCerts

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