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Nursing courses can help you learn patient care techniques, medication administration, health assessment, and ethical decision-making. You can build skills in critical thinking, effective communication with patients and families, and teamwork in clinical settings. Many courses introduce tools like electronic health records (EHR) systems, patient management software, and simulation labs that enhance hands-on learning and prepare you for real-world healthcare environments.

Popular Nursing Courses and Certifications


  • C

    Cinematic Health

    Introduction to Becoming a CNA

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Transfer Equipment, Vital Signs, Rehabilitation, Basic Nursing Skills, Patient Safety, Basic Patient Care, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Care Coordination, Patient Observation, Caregiving, Direct Patient Care, Treatment Planning, Toileting, Nursing Basics, Personal Care, Nursing Care, Nurse Education, Infection Control

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

  • P

    Peking University

    International Perspectives on Health and Nursing 健康和护理的国际化视角

    Skills you'll gain: Nurse Education, Nursing, Nursing and Patient Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Systems, Health Disparities, Health Policy, Public Health, Nursing Practices, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Technology, Medical Equipment and Technology

    ★ 4.9 (7) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The George Washington University

    Leading Healthcare Quality and Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Clinical Leadership, Health Technology, Health Informatics, Health Care Administration, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Safety Assurance, Health Policy, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care, Healthcare Ethics, Job Safety Analysis, Organizational Change, Change Management, Systems Of Measurement

    ★ 4.8 (1.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Toronto

    Mental Health and Resilience for Healthcare Workers

    Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Mental Health, Positivity, Personal Development, Stress Management, Psychosocial Assessments, Optimism, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Behavioral Health, Mental Health Therapies

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

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to Integrative Nursing

    Skills you'll gain: Nursing Practices, Nursing Management, Clinical Leadership, Patient Evaluation, Nursing, Nursing Care, Nursing and Patient Care, Personal Care, Pain Management, Patient-centered Care, Health Assessment, Clinical Assessment, Care Management, Stress Management

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

  • U

    University of Pittsburgh

    Disaster Preparedness

    Skills you'll gain: Triage, Mitigation, Emergency Response, Fire And Life Safety, Safety Training, Safety and Security, Public Safety and National Security, Resilience, Emergency Medicine, First Aid, Healthcare Ethics, Composure, Positivity, Resourcefulness, Planning, Adaptability, Water Quality, Communication

    ★ 4.7 (1.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Nursing Leadership Essentials: Quality Improvement & Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Nursing Management, Patient Safety, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Clinical Leadership, Nursing Practices, Health Care Administration, Nursing, Nursing Care, Leadership, Collaboration, Accountability, Safety Standards

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Introduction to Healthcare Management

    Skills you'll gain: Health Care Administration, Staff Management, Clinical Leadership, Community Health, Health Administration, Public Health, People Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Health Systems, Electronic Medical Record, Electronic Medical Record System, Marketing and Public Relations, Financial Management, Marketing Communications, Health Informatics, Quality Improvement, Media and Communications, Human Resources, Philanthropy, Health Information Management and Medical Records

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

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Nursing Informatics Training and Education

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Mentorship, Health Informatics, Clinical Informatics, Leadership, Clinical Leadership, Nurse Education, Adult Education, Coaching, Informatics, Instructional Design, Educational Materials

    ★ 4.8 (99) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Infection Prevention in Nursing Homes

    Skills you'll gain: Infection Control, Bloodborne Pathogens, Nursing Homes, Equipment decontamination, Sanitation, Hand Hygiene, Infectious Diseases, Personal protective equipment, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Preventative Care

    ★ 4.8 (1.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    Lecturio

    Psychology and Sociology

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Health Disparities, Nursing and Patient Care, Social Sciences, Stress Management, Social Determinants Of Health, Psychology, Sociology, Intercultural Competence, Patient Education And Counseling, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Behavioral Health, Culture, Human Development, Cultural Diversity, Human Learning, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Demography, Neurology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    Lecturio

    Leadership and Management in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Nursing Management, Delegation Skills, Nursing Administration, Care Coordination, Clinical Leadership, Patient Communication, Conflict Management, Patient Coordination, Care Management, Patient Advocacy, Nursing Practices, Communication Strategies, Nursing, Change Management, Leadership, Nursing and Patient Care, Communication, Nursing Care, Health Care Administration, Medical History Documentation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introduction to Becoming a CNA: Cinematic Health
  • International Perspectives on Health and Nursing 健康和护理的国际化视角: Peking University
  • Leading Healthcare Quality and Safety: The George Washington University
  • Mental Health and Resilience for Healthcare Workers: University of Toronto
  • Introduction to Integrative Nursing: University of Minnesota
  • Disaster Preparedness: University of Pittsburgh
  • Nursing Leadership Essentials: Quality Improvement & Safety: Coursera
  • Introduction to Healthcare Management: University of Michigan
  • Nursing Informatics Training and Education: University of Minnesota
  • Infection Prevention in Nursing Homes: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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