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      University of Minnesota

      Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Treatment Planning, Patient Safety, Health Care, Research, Patient Evaluation, Health Policy, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Treatment, Pharmacology, Safety Assurance, Mental Health Therapies, Science and Research, Regulation and Legal Compliance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      459 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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, Contraindication, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Prescription, Geriatrics, Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Hospital Medicine, Medication Administration, Patient Discharges, Care Management, Care Coordination, Patient Safety, Pharmacy, Patient Evaluation, Patient Education And Counseling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Solar Energy and Electrical System Design

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, HVAC, Building Design, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Safety, Engineering Calculations, Architectural Design, System Requirements, Mechanical Design, Building Codes, Structural Analysis, Cost Estimation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      710 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Battery Technologies

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Safety, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Regulations, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Manufacturing and Production, Manufacturing Processes, Production Process, Thermal Management, Manufacturing Operations, Equipment Design, Chemistry, Safety Assurance, Reliability, Electronic Components, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Performance Testing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      207 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Exploring Renewable Energy Schemes

      Skills you'll gain: Electric Power Systems, Electrical Power, Electrical Systems, Energy and Utilities, Safety Assurance, Electrical Safety, Building Codes, Environmental Regulations, Power Electronics, Electrical Equipment, Hydraulics, Basic Electrical Systems, Thermal Management, Equipment Design, Control Systems, Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Physics, Applied Mathematics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      651 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Power System: Generation, Transmission and Protection

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Control Systems, Electrical Substation, Electrical Equipment, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Safety, Plant Operations and Management, High Voltage, Applied Mathematics, Power Electronics, Automation Engineering, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Low Voltage, Process Control, Mathematical Modeling, Matlab, Three-Phase

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      207 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Amsterdam

      Ebola: Essential Knowledge for Health Professionals

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Infection Control, Infectious Diseases, Patient Evaluation, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Pathology, Triage, Patient Treatment, Emergency Response, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Clinical Research, Laboratory Testing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      168 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Quality Improvement in Healthcare Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Quality Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Assurance, Data Collection, Spreadsheet Software, Health Systems, Public Health

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      198 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      International Travel Preparation, Safety, & Wellness

      Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Sensitivity, Healthcare Ethics, Cultural Diversity, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Stress Management, Safety Training, Preventative Care, Injury Prevention, Personal Care, Public Health, Safety and Security, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Adaptability, Infectious Diseases, Planning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      459 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Living with Dementia: Impact on Individuals, Caregivers, Communities and Societies

      Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Long Term Care, Caregiving, Geriatrics, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Community Development, Care Management, Occupational Therapy, Stress Management, Neurology, Health Policy, Mental and Behavioral Health, Policy Development, Health Technology, Behavior Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      312 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Cape Town

      Organ Donation: From Death to Life

      Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Scientific Methods, Intensive Care Medicine, Neurology, Patient Evaluation, Patient Education And Counseling, Surgery, Cultural Diversity, Critical Care, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Sensitivity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      Aromatherapy: Clinical Use of Essential Oils

      Skills you'll gain: Nursing Practices, Clinical Nursing, Patient Safety, Pharmacology, Health And Safety Standards, Clinical Research, Stress Management, Patient Education And Counseling, Regulatory Compliance

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      493 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular patient safety courses

    • Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices: University of Minnesota
    • Responsible Medication Prescribing for Older Adults: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    • Solar Energy and Electrical System Design: University at Buffalo
    • Battery Technologies: Arizona State University
    • Exploring Renewable Energy Schemes: University of Pennsylvania
    • Power System: Generation, Transmission and Protection: L&T EduTech
    • Ebola: Essential Knowledge for Health Professionals: University of Amsterdam
    • Quality Improvement in Healthcare Organizations: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • International Travel Preparation, Safety, & Wellness: Johns Hopkins University
    • Living with Dementia: Impact on Individuals, Caregivers, Communities and Societies: Johns Hopkins University

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