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    Pharmaceutical courses can help you learn how medications are developed, tested, regulated, and brought to market within the healthcare industry.

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      MedCerts

      Pharmacy Dosages and Prescriptions Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Medication Dispensation, Pharmacist Assistance, Medical Prescription, Pharmacy Operations, Pharmacology, Patient Safety, Pharmacy, Medication Administration, Pharmaceuticals, Pediatrics, Intravenous Therapy, Systems Of Measurement

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      49 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Copenhagen

      Understanding Patient Perspectives on Medications

      Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Qualitative Research, Health Policy, Health Equity, Patient Safety, Health Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Medication Therapy Management, Patient Evaluation, Surveys, Interviewing Skills

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      169 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • M

      MedCerts

      Pharmacy Law, Emergency Preparedness, and Biopharmaceutics

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Healthcare Ethics, Medication Dispensation, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Infectious Diseases, Health Information Management, Emergency Response, Public Health, Regulatory Compliance

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • L

      LearnQuest

      Capstone Project: Advanced AI for Drug Discovery

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Bioinformatics, Dimensionality Reduction, Predictive Modeling, Artificial Neural Networks, Pandas (Python Package), Verification And Validation, Unsupervised Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Manipulation, Regression Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Exploratory Data Analysis

      1.9
      Rating, 1.9 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • N

      Novartis

      Fundamentals of Good Clinical Practice: Prep and Personnel

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Healthcare Ethics, Medical Science and Research, Document Management, Regulatory Compliance, Record Keeping, Risk Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      114 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Translating Research to Patients

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Medical Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Health Policy, Pharmaceuticals, Regulatory Compliance, Patient Safety, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Farmacología para odontólogos

      Skills you'll gain: Drug Interaction, Pharmacology, Oral and Dental Care, Dentistry, Dental Care, Contraindication, Medication Therapy Management, Pharmaceuticals, Oral Health

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      994 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      T

      Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

      Patenting in Biotechnology

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Chemistry, Legal Risk, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Keyword Research, Molecular Biology, Strategic Thinking, Database Management Systems, Technical Writing, Research Reports, Databases

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      238 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of California, Santa Cruz

      The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Pharmacology, Health Care, General Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Pharmaceuticals, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Medical History Documentation, Behavioral Health, Ancient History, World History, Cultural Responsiveness, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Chemistry

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      79 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      MedCerts

      Pharmacy Technician Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Pharmacist Assistance, Pharmacy Operations, Medical Prescription, Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Medication Dispensation, Medication Administration, Drug Interaction, Data Entry, Medical Terminology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Chemicals and Health

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Regulations, Chemistry, Laboratory Testing, Public Health, Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Science, Health Assessment, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Epidemiology, Environmental Policy, Biology, Risk Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado System

      Medical Emergencies: CPR, Toxicology, and Wilderness

      Skills you'll gain: Emergency and Intensive Care, Medical Emergency, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator, Emergency Medicine, Life Support, First Aid, Acute Care, Urgent Care, Emergency Response, Pharmacology, Patient Evaluation, Patient Treatment, Cardiology, Patient Preparation, Vital Signs, Medication Administration, Anatomy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      523 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Pharmacy Dosages and Prescriptions Essentials: MedCerts
    • Understanding Patient Perspectives on Medications: University of Copenhagen
    • Pharmacy Law, Emergency Preparedness, and Biopharmaceutics: MedCerts
    • Capstone Project: Advanced AI for Drug Discovery: LearnQuest
    • Fundamentals of Good Clinical Practice: Prep and Personnel: Novartis
    • Translating Research to Patients: University of Michigan
    • Farmacología para odontólogos: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Patenting in Biotechnology: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
    • The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology: University of California, Santa Cruz
    • Pharmacy Technician Essentials: MedCerts

    Why Learn Pharmaceutical Topics?

    The pharmaceutical field focuses on the research, development, manufacturing, and regulation of medications that improve health and save lives. It combines biology, chemistry, clinical research, and policy to bring safe, effective treatments to patients. Learning pharmaceutical topics can help you understand drug development processes and support roles in healthcare, biotech, and regulatory affairs.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Pharmaceutical

    Top courses include Drug Development Product Management from the University of California, San Diego, and Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Innovations from the University of Minnesota. These programs cover clinical trials, regulatory science, manufacturing, and the business of pharmaceuticals.‎

    Yes. Many pharmaceutical courses offer a free audit option, allowing learners to access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to pay or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn about drug discovery, preclinical and clinical research, regulatory approval, and the market and commercialization of pharmaceutical products. Some courses also explore pharmacology, safety, and quality assurance.‎

    Not always. Some introductory courses are designed for general learners, while others are more technical and assume a background in biology, chemistry, or health sciences. Check course descriptions to see if prerequisites are required.‎

    Yes. Courses on Coursera can support careers in pharmaceuticals, biotech, clinical research, and regulatory affairs. Earning a certificate can also help learners build relevant knowledge and show commitment to continuous learning in the field.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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