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    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Toronto

      The Social Context of Mental Health and Illness

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Mental Health, Psychiatry, Community Health, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Mental and Behavioral Health, Cultural Sensitivity, Caregiving

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      567 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Novartis

      Preclinical Safety

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Pharmacology, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Pharmaceuticals, Laboratory Testing, Risk Analysis, Regulatory Compliance

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Introduction to Dental Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Dental Care, Oral and Dental Care, Dentistry, Patient Evaluation, Dental Procedures, Oral Health, Medical History Documentation, Health Assessment, Anatomy, Public Health, Medical Imaging

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.5K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      Imperial College London

      Immunology: Autoimmunity, Allergy, and Transplants

      Skills you'll gain: Chronic Diseases, Pulmonology, Medical Science and Research, Pathology, Pharmacology, Clinical Research, Molecular Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

      HPV-Associated Oral and Throat Cancer: What You Need to Know

      Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Oral Health, Patient Treatment, Infectious Diseases, Patient Education And Counseling, Epidemiology, Risk Analysis, Patient Evaluation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      469 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Copenhagen

      An Introduction to Global Health

      Skills you'll gain: Health Systems, Maternal Health, Child Health, Public Health, Health Policy, Infectious Diseases, Health Disparities, Water Resources, Epidemiology, Community Health, Sanitation, Environmental Issue, Preventative Care, Nutrition and Diet, Mental Health, Socioeconomics, Chronic Diseases

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      862 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universiteit Leiden

      Clinical Kidney, Pancreas and Islet Transplantation

      Skills you'll gain: Nephrology, Surgery, Dialysis, Chronic Diseases, Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Patient Evaluation, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Treatment, Pharmacology, Infectious Diseases

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      370 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      S

      Shanghai Jiao Tong University

      常见慢性病的健康管理

      Skills you'll gain: Chronic Diseases, Long Term Care, Primary Care, Geriatrics, Internal Medicine, Home Health Care, Cardiology, Family Medicine, Preventative Care, Medical Management, Care Management, Nutrition and Diet

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Copenhagen

      Diabetes - a Global Challenge

      Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Pharmacology, Chronic Diseases, Epidemiology, Medical Science and Research, Patient Treatment, Pharmaceuticals, Internal Medicine, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Clinical Nutrition, Public Health, Biology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Molecular Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      734 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      E

      Emory University

      Ebola Virus Disease: An Evolving Epidemic

      Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Testing, Laboratory Experience, Epidemiology, Infection Control, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Healthcare Ethics, Emergency Response, Health Policy, Patient Evaluation, Emergency Medical Services, Health Care, Health Systems, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Science and Research, Intensive Care Medicine, International Relations, Public Safety and National Security, Pharmacology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      218 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • R

      Rice University

      Anatomy & Physiology: Support & Movement

      Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Orthopedics, Kinesiology, Medical Terminology, Physical Therapy, Pathology, Radiography

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

      Introduction to Systems Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Network Analysis, Biology, Systems Engineering, Bioinformatics, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Statistical Modeling, Differential Equations

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      570 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • The Social Context of Mental Health and Illness: University of Toronto
    • Preclinical Safety: Novartis
    • Introduction to Dental Medicine: University of Pennsylvania
    • Immunology: Autoimmunity, Allergy, and Transplants: Imperial College London
    • HPV-Associated Oral and Throat Cancer: What You Need to Know: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    • An Introduction to Global Health: University of Copenhagen
    • Clinical Kidney, Pancreas and Islet Transplantation: Universiteit Leiden
    • 常见慢性病的健康管理: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
    • Diabetes - a Global Challenge: University of Copenhagen
    • Ebola Virus Disease: An Evolving Epidemic: Emory University

    Frequently Asked Questions about Pathology

    Pathology refers to the study of diseases including the cause and effects. Pathology involves diagnosing diseases through various tests like a biopsy, blood samples, or an autopsy. It is a crucial part of diagnoses and treatment plan decisions.‎

    It's important to learn about pathology if you want to get into any area of the medical field. It is the basis of diagnosing diseases and treatment plans. You'll need to be able to understand how it all comes together and be able to work with the rest of the team to give the patient the best outcome possible. It's also important to learn about pathology to know how to analyze changes in the patient and be able to see why the health problems are happening.‎

    Online courses will help you learn about pathology by giving you detailed lectures with examples, assessments, and readings. You will be able to test your knowledge and understanding, and experts will be available to help guide you through the course. In the online courses, you will be given examples and practice questions that will benefit your work and research. Online courses offer the flexibility you need to learn on your own time and prepare you for the next course.‎

    Typical careers that use pathology are those in the medical field. As a doctor, you need to know pathology to diagnose your patient and give them the best treatment option. You can also become a pathologist where you will analyze tests and exams to figure out what is wrong with the patient. In these careers, you will be part of a team to help other doctors and healthcare providers come up with a plan for the patients. Other careers that use pathology include medical technologist, forensic technician, or cytotechnologist. As a medical technologist, you will test and analyze samples as well as maintain the equipment. A career as a forensic technician involves collecting evidence from crime scenes and helping in criminal investigations. A cytotechnologist analyzes human cells and looks for abnormalities. This is crucial for determining at what stage the disease or illness is.‎

    Online Pathology courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Pathology skills. Choose from a wide range of Pathology courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Pathology, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    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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