Palliative Care Courses

Severe to Profound Intellectual Disability: Circles of Care and Education

33 ratings

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

• Coursera
• 15 hours 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Innovating in Health Care

68 ratings at edX

Find innovation opportunities in health care technology, management, consulting, or investing by examining health care cost, quality, and access.

• edX
• 9 weeks, 6-8 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Practical Improvement Science in Health Care: A Roadmap for Getting Results

22 ratings at edX

Learn the skills and tools of improvement science to make positive changes in health, healthcare, and your daily life.

• edX
• 7 weeks, 2-5 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

An Evidence-Based Approach to the Diagnosis and Management of Migraines in Adults in the Primary Care and General Neurology Setting

2 ratings

Practical approach to diagnosing and managing migraines for primary care and general neurology, covering key concepts through interactive video-based learning and case studies.

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

Prescription Drug Misuse and Addiction: Compassionate Care for a Complex Problem

2 ratings

Master prescription drug misuse management with this CME/CE course. Learn to identify substance misuse using clinical interviews and CURES, then implement effective interventions. Practice compassionate tapering strategies through real-world case scenari…

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

Virtual Care with Presence

1 rating

Strategies for fostering meaningful connections during virtual healthcare visits, guided by the Presence 5 model. Enhances telemedicine effectiveness and patient care.

• edX
• 1 week, 1 hour/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Hypertension in Primary Care – Improving Control and Reducing Risk

1 rating

Explore hypertension management in primary care through interactive cases, covering diagnosis, guidelines, treatment regimens, and when to refer to specialists. Improve patient outcomes and reduce risks.

• edX
• 1 week, 1-2 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Interprofessional Education for 21st Century Care

1 rating

Enhance collaborative healthcare through interprofessional education, focusing on acute inpatient care strategies and teamwork skills for improved patient outcomes.

• edX
• 10 weeks, 1-5 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Congenital Hypothyroidism: What Every Primary Care Provider Needs to Know

1 rating

Practical training on managing congenital hypothyroidism, covering diagnosis, treatment, and patient education. Includes case-based scenarios and role-play videos for effective parent communication.

• edX
• 1 week, 1-2 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Advances in Lung Cancer Treatment and Diagnosis from Stanford Health Care

6 ratings

Expertos de Stanford discuten cambios demográficos, factores de riesgo, síntomas y avances en diagnóstico y tratamiento del cáncer de pulmón, incluyendo cirugía, radioterapia e inmunoterapia.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Health After Cancer: Cancer Survivorship for Primary Care

116 ratings at Coursera

Practical guidance for primary care physicians on managing cancer survivors' complex needs, featuring patient stories, clinical tools, and strategies for comprehensive post-cancer care.

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

Transitions in Care from Survivorship to Hospice

27 ratings at Coursera

Explore transitions in palliative care, from survivorship to hospice. Learn to create care plans, provide spiritual support, and navigate end-of-life discussions with patients and families.

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

Policies and Politics of the US Health Care System - Part 1

2 ratings

Explore the complex interplay between healthcare policies and political systems in the US, examining state-level dynamics, federalism, and international perspectives to understand impacts on citizens and patients.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 45 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Artificial Intelligence and Health Care Webinar (RECORDED)

5 ratings

Explore AI's impact on healthcare: opportunities, challenges, and implications. Gain insights from NAM and GAO publications on AI solutions, development best practices, and policy considerations.

• Independent
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Skin Care During Cancer Therapy - Sun Protection and Moisturizing

4 ratings

Learn essential strategies for managing skin changes during cancer therapy, focusing on sun protection and moisturizing techniques to maintain skin health and comfort.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video