Health Equity Courses and Certifications

Credential

Impacts of the Environment on Global Public Health

309 ratings at Coursera

Explore environmental impacts on public health, covering air and water pollution, waste, climate change, and sustainability. Learn to assess risks, advocate for environmental justice, and improve global health.

• Coursera
• 8 weeks, 10 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course
• 4 courses

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Disparities in Healthcare

Discover how various healthcare inequities present across diverse social identities, and how historical factors have institutionalized often-invisible medical racism.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 2-4 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Partnering with Patients and the Public in Co-Production

This course is targeted to train and mentor patients and the public to become research partners, co-authors, and co-investigators and to prepare researchers and clinicians to co-produce research with patients and the public.

• edX
• 5 weeks, 1-3 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Credential

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Healthcare

Explore strategies to combat healthcare disparities, enhance diversity in the workforce, and foster inclusivity, leading to improved patient care and organizational success.

• edX
• 8 weeks, 2-4 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• $498.00

Credential

The Influence of Social Determinants on Health

80 ratings at Coursera

Explore factors contributing to health inequalities and learn strategies to reduce disparities. Gain skills in data analysis, community health assessment, and evidence-based policy recommendations for achieving health equity.

• Coursera
• 4 weeks, 10 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course
• 3 courses

Social Determinants of Health

47 ratings at Coursera

Explore social, economic, and political factors influencing health inequalities in the US. Learn innovative approaches to reduce disparities and achieve health equity through cultural humility and professional self-assessments.

• Coursera
• 16 hours 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Translating Research to Healthcare Policy

14 ratings at Coursera

Explore the process of translating health research outcomes into policy and practice. Learn key concepts, terminology, and strategies for influencing healthcare policy through evidence-based approaches.

• Coursera
• 9 hours 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Climate and Health for Healthcare Professions

Explore the connections between climate change and health, learning how healthcare professionals can support patients, advocate for system changes, and build sustainable healthcare practices.

• Coursera
• 19 hours 1 minute
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Race, Ethnicity, and Breast Cancer: Health Equity Panel Equity Training

Panel discussion on addressing racial disparities in breast cancer care, featuring experts and patient advocates. Strategies for improving cultural competence and supporting diverse women with breast cancer are explored.

• Independent
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Introduction to Nutrition Policy, Frameworks, and Process

Explore U.S. nutrition policy fundamentals, from food system basics to policy evaluation, while learning frameworks for nutrition equity and gaining practical skills to influence policy development.

• Coursera
• 12 hours 8 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Telehealth Best Practices and Uses

12 ratings at Coursera

Explore best practices, equity considerations, and implementation strategies for effective telehealth services in healthcare organizations, focusing on improving patient care and operational efficiency.

• Coursera
• 7 hours 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Foundation and Potential of AI in Healthcare

22 ratings at Coursera

Explore AI's transformative role in healthcare systems, from foundational concepts to addressing grand challenges like chronic disease and health equity through digitization.

• Coursera
• 7 hours 46 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Race in Science, Technology, & Medicine Series - Racism in Medical Education: Our Turbulent Push Toward Equity

1 rating

Explore racial disparities in medical education and healthcare, addressing social determinants, COVID-19 impact, unconscious bias, and the push for equity in the field.

• Independent
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Pediatric Grand Rounds (RECORDING) What Kids and Kidneys Can Teach Us About Racism in the Bay Area

1 rating

Explore how structural racism impacts child health disparities, focusing on kidney health as a model. Learn to identify and mitigate health inequities to improve pediatric care and community well-being.

• Independent
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Novartis

Representation in Clinical Trials

13 ratings at Coursera

Explore healthcare disparities and learn strategies to improve diversity in clinical research by addressing barriers, biases, and building trust with underrepresented communities.

• Coursera
• 4 hours 15 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course