Disease & Disorders Courses and Certifications

University of Tasmania;  Menzies Institute for Medical Research

Understanding Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

1357 reviews

This course aims to improve understanding and awareness of Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

• Independent
• 6 weeks, 2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

• Best of All Time

Understanding Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

1683 reviews

Understanding Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC), offering university-quality education about TBI covering the spectrum from mild concussion through to severe injury.

• Independent
• 5 weeks, 2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Severe to Profound Intellectual Disability: Circles of Care and Education

33 reviews

This course is about caring for and educating children (and youth) with severe to profound intellectual disability.

• Coursera
• 15 hours 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

The Addicted Brain

23 reviews

This is a course about addiction to drugs and other behaviors. It will describe what happens in the brain and how this information helps us deal with and overcome addiction. It will also discuss other topics such as government policy and our vulnerabilit…

• Coursera
• 22 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

COVID-19 Contact Tracing

16 reviews

The COVID-19 crisis has created an unprecedented need for contact tracing across the country, requiring thousands of people to learn key skills quickly.

• Coursera
• 6 hours 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Bacteria and Chronic Infections

8 reviews

This course will give you an introduction to bacteria and chronic infections. Leading experts in the field will make you familiar with the fundamental concepts of microbiology and bacteriology such as single cell bacteria, biofilm formation, and acute an…

• Coursera
• 9 hours 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Understanding Dementia

14936 reviews

Build your knowledge of dementia with the Understanding Dementia MOOC. The course starts with the brain, and expands outward to the person, their care network and the wider community.

• Independent
• 7 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

• Best of All Time

Preventing Dementia

7479 reviews

Preventing Dementia is a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC), offering university-quality education about the latest research in dementia risk and protective factors.

• Independent
• 4 weeks, 2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

• Best of All Time

Nutrition and Cancer

357 reviews

Explore the role of nutrition in cancer prevention and progression. Learn about dietary guidelines, lifestyle factors, and evidence-based recommendations for cancer prevention and survivorship.

• edX
• 5 weeks, 6-8 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Antibiotic Stewardship

794 ratings at Coursera

Improve clinical outcomes by optimizing antibiotic practices. Learn principles of appropriate use, management of common infections, and development of antimicrobial stewardship programs.

• Coursera
• 5 hours 53 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

AIDS: Fear and Hope

426 ratings at Coursera

Explore HIV/AIDS biology, societal impacts, and scientific progress. Gain insights into transmission, testing, living with HIV, patient care, prevention, and future prospects.

• Coursera
• 16 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Mechanical Ventilation for COVID-19

27 reviews

This course will provide licensed medical professionals with an understanding of mechanical ventilation so they can support the critical care team caring for patients receiving mechanical ventilation during the COVID-19 pandemic.

• edX
• 1 week, 2-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

• Best of All Time

Schizophrenia

2474 ratings at Coursera

Explore the nature, symptoms, neuroscience, and treatment of schizophrenia through scientific findings, simulated interviews, brain imaging studies, and evidence-based approaches.

• Coursera
• 5 hours 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Identifying Early Signs of Psychosis in Adolescents and Young Adults

3 reviews

This CME activity provides a practical approach to the identification and screening of suspected psychosis.

• edX
• 1 week, 1-2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Acute and Chronic Rhinosinusitis: A Comprehensive Review

678 ratings at Coursera

Comprehensive review of acute and chronic rhinosinusitis, covering anatomy, diagnosis, treatment, and surgical options. Equips healthcare professionals with knowledge to effectively manage sinus conditions.

• Coursera
• 4 hours 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course