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      MedCerts

      Medical Terminology, Anatomy, and Physiology Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Pathology, Medical Records, Anatomy, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Cell Biology, Physiology, Vital Signs, Biology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Nutrition and Diet

      4.7
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      164 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      Medical Terminology I

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Orthopedics, Medical Records, Electronic Medical Record System, Urology, Anatomy, Physiology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      716 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Integrative Health and Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Drug Interaction, Patient Education And Counseling, Mindfulness, Contraindication, Patient Referral, Pharmacology, Treatment Planning, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Pain Management, Patient Safety, Clinical Assessment, Health Care, Clinical Practices, Nursing Practices, Pharmacotherapy, Health Promotion, Health And Wellness Coaching, Mental and Behavioral Health, Patient-centered Care, Music

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Become an EMT

      Skills you'll gain: Vital Signs, Patient Evaluation, Airway Management, Trauma Care, Emergency and Intensive Care, Medical History Documentation, Patient Communication, Child Health, Childbirth, Automated External Defibrillator, Medical Terminology, Health Assessment, Maternal Health, Patient Advocacy, Basic Patient Care, Respiratory Care, Neurology, Medication Administration, Cardiology, Pharmacology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Medical Cannabis: The Health Effects of THC and CBD

      Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Psychiatry, Clinical Psychology, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Pharmacology, Public Health, Health Policy, Gerontology, Mental Health, Pharmaceuticals, Medical Science and Research, Substance Abuse, Research, Hospice, Medication Administration, Health Care, Clinical Research, Mental and Behavioral Health, Exercise Science

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      508 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Immunology: The Immune System and its Failures

      Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Hematology, Physiology, Oncology, Microbiology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Epidemiology, Internal Medicine, Chronic Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Geriatrics, Pathology, Pulmonology, Environment, Pharmacotherapy, Biology, Public Health, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      356 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Novartis

      Pre-formulation

      Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Drug Development, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacology, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Pharmacotherapy, Chemistry, Manufacturing and Production

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Psychedelic Science and Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Pharmacology, Clinical Research, Psychiatry, Psychotherapy, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Mental Health Therapies, Pharmacotherapy, Clinical Research Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Research, Psychiatric Assessments, Psychology, Informed Consent, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Neurology, Social Studies, Ancient History

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Western Australia

      Blood Film Morphology - A Practical Guide

      Skills you'll gain: Hematology, Blood Collection, Pathology, Medical Laboratory, Clinical Laboratory Science, Specimen Preparation, Diagnostic Tests, Image Analysis, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Infectious Diseases, Pediatrics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      107 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Moderna

      mRNAs as Medicines

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biomedical Technology, Pharmacology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biology, Immunology, Precision Medicine, Pharmaceuticals, Cell Biology, Emerging Technologies, Medical Science and Research, Oncology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      74 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Evidence-based Toxicology

      Skills you'll gain: Verification And Validation, Pharmacology, Environmental Science, Research, Safety Assurance, Scientific Methods, Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Research Methodologies, Environmental Regulations, Research Design, Risk Analysis, Data Synthesis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      119 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      MedCerts

      Pharmacy Technician Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Pharmacy Experience, Pharmacology, Pharmacist Assistance, Pharmacy Information System, Medical Prescription, Pharmacy Operations, Pharmacy, Medication Dispensation, Drug Development, Medication Administration, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Medical Terminology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      71 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Medical Terminology, Anatomy, and Physiology Fundamentals: MedCerts
    • Medical Terminology I: Rice University
    • Integrative Health and Medicine: University of Minnesota
    • Become an EMT: University of Colorado System
    • Medical Cannabis: The Health Effects of THC and CBD: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Immunology: The Immune System and its Failures: Imperial College London
    • Pre-formulation: Novartis
    • Psychedelic Science and Medicine: Johns Hopkins University
    • Blood Film Morphology - A Practical Guide: University of Western Australia
    • mRNAs as Medicines: Moderna

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