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Infectious Disease Courses

Infectious disease courses can help you learn epidemiology, infection control methods, and the biology of pathogens. You can build skills in outbreak investigation, data analysis, and public health communication. Many courses introduce tools like statistical software for analyzing disease trends and modeling software for predicting outbreaks, that support applying your knowledge in real-world health scenarios.

Popular Infectious Disease Courses and Certifications


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    LearnQuest

    Neural Networks and Random Forests

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Random Forest Algorithm, Model Optimization, Keras (Neural Network Library), Tensorflow, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Decision Tree Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Fine-tuning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Regression Analysis, Classification Algorithms, Python Programming

    ★ 3.2 (18) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Synaptic Pharmacology

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacotherapy, Pain Management, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Pharmacy, Patient-centered Care, Medical Prescription, Mental and Behavioral Health, Life Sciences, Neurology, Molecular Biology, Substance Abuse, Human Musculoskeletal System, Sensory Systems Analysis, Physiology, Biochemistry, Research, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Science and Research

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Opioid Epidemic: From Evidence to Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Substance Abuse, Pain Management, Medical Prescription, Medication Dispensation, Managed Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Substance Abuse Counseling, Chronic Diseases, Epidemiology, Injury Prevention, Mental and Behavioral Health, Pharmacotherapy, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Community Health, Public Health

    ★ 4.7 (51) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • S

    SkillUp

    Foundations of AI in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Model Training, Health Disparities, Clinical Informatics, Artificial Intelligence, Health Informatics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Security, Model Evaluation, Health Technology, Health Policy, Decision Intelligence, AI Integrations, Data Analysis

    ★ 4.4 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    A Public Health Approach to Hearing Loss and Aging

    Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Health Disparities, Epidemiology, Community Health, Geriatrics, Policy Analysis, Health Care, Medical Science and Research, Health Systems, Communication Disorders

    ★ 4.7 (16) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Science of Firearm Injury Prevention Among Children & Teens

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Mitigation, Family Medicine, Health Equity, Program Evaluation, Data Collection, Research Design

    ★ 4.9 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • P

    Peking University

    Oncology Nursing(肿瘤护理)

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Nursing Process, Perioperative Care, Nurse Education, Nursing Care, Nursing Management, Health Assessment, Nursing, Oncology, Clinical Nursing, Medical Surgical Nursing, Patient Education And Counseling, Diagnostic Tests, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Preventative Care, Radiation Therapy, Surgery, Pathology, Patient Treatment, General Medical Tests and Procedures

    ★ 4.7 (34) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    流行病学基础(上)

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Policy, Public Health, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Research, Medical Science and Research, Health Promotion, Preventative Care, Social Determinants Of Health, Statistical Analysis, Risk Analysis

    ★ 4.8 (25) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    MedCerts

    Pharmacy Syringes, Compounding Medications, & Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Pharmacy Operations, Patient-centered Care, Medication Administration, Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Chronic Diseases, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Health And Safety Standards

    ★ 4.7 (15) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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    Johns Hopkins University

    Measuring and Modeling Impact in Evaluations

    Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Nutritional Assessment, Maternal Health, Nutrition and Diet, Child Health, Health Assessment, Data Collection, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Mathematical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Demography

    ★ 4.6 (18) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Wilderness First Aid - Medical Emergencies

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Emergency, Neurology, Trauma Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Patient Evaluation, First Aid, Patient Treatment, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychiatry, Emergency Response, Injury Prevention, Patient Transport, Health Assessment

    ★ 4.8 (42) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    University of Copenhagen

    Chronically Ill in an Emergency: Why Mental Health Matters

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health and Disease Prevention, Psychosocial Assessments, Public Health, Healthcare Ethics, Community Health, Community Mental Health Services, Care Coordination, Crisis Intervention, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health, Health Policy, Chronic Diseases, Emergency Response

    ★ 4.7 (40) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular infectious disease courses

  • Neural Networks and Random Forests: LearnQuest
  • Synaptic Pharmacology: University of Minnesota
  • Opioid Epidemic: From Evidence to Impact: Johns Hopkins University
  • Foundations of AI in Healthcare: SkillUp
  • A Public Health Approach to Hearing Loss and Aging: Johns Hopkins University
  • Science of Firearm Injury Prevention Among Children & Teens: University of Michigan
  • Oncology Nursing(肿瘤护理): Peking University
  • 流行病学基础(上): Peking University
  • Pharmacy Syringes, Compounding Medications, & Communication: MedCerts
  • Measuring and Modeling Impact in Evaluations: Johns Hopkins University

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