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Infectious Disease Courses

Infectious disease courses can help you learn epidemiology, infection control methods, and the biology of pathogens. You can build skills in outbreak investigation, data analysis, and public health communication. Many courses introduce tools like statistical software for analyzing disease trends and modeling software for predicting outbreaks, that support applying your knowledge in real-world health scenarios.


Popular Infectious Disease Courses and Certifications


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    The George Washington University

    Leading Healthcare Quality and Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Clinical Leadership, Health Care Administration, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Health Policy, Health Information Management, Health Care, Healthcare Ethics, Health Equity, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Systems Thinking, Collaboration

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Chemicals and Health

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Regulations, Chemistry, Environmental Laws, Laboratory Testing, Public Health, Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Science, Health Assessment, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Environmental Policy, Case Studies, Risk Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Fundamentals of Immunology: Innate Immunity and B-Cell Function

    Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Public Health, Anatomy, Molecular Biology, Infectious Diseases, Medical Terminology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biology

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Introduction to Ear, Nose, and Throat Disorders

    Skills you'll gain: Speech Language Pathology, Patient Evaluation, Anatomy, Surgery, Chronic Diseases, Diagnostic Tests, Patient Treatment, Medical Management, Physiology, Pathology, Medical Terminology, Clinical Assessment, Infectious Diseases, Clinical Practices, Pharmacotherapy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Foundations of Public Health Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Health Promotion, Microbiology, Health Assessment, Sanitation, Program Evaluation, Healthcare Ethics, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Health Policy, Preventative Care, Environment Health And Safety, Behavioral Economics, Health Education, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Applied Behavior Analysis, Social Determinants Of Health

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Nutrition and Lifestyle in Pregnancy

    Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Prenatal Care, Child Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Nutrition Counseling, Preventative Care, Clinical Nutrition, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Nutrition and Diet, Food Safety and Sanitation, Medical Science and Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    University of California San Diego

    Drug Discovery

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Development, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacology, Pre-Clinical Development, Clinical Trials, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Precision Medicine, Molecular Biology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    Nanotechnology and Nanosensors, Part1

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Semiconductors, Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Biomedical Engineering, Electronics, Laboratory Testing, Analytical Testing, Chemical Engineering

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    1.2K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    COVID Vaccine Ambassador Training: How to Talk to Parents

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Immunology, Patient Education And Counseling, Parent Communication, Pediatrics, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Active Listening, Research, Persuasive Communication, Infectious Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Community Health, Clinical Trials, Public Health

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Equine Welfare and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Preventative Care, Injury Prevention, Public Health, Vital Signs, Safety Assurance, Athletic Training, Physiology, Health Assessment, Behavior Management, Emergency Response, Psychology

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    NASM Personal Fitness Trainer

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Counseling, Smart Goals, Health Assessment, Sports Medicine, Human Musculoskeletal System, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Nutritional Assessment, Respiration, Physiology, Neurology, Automated External Defibrillator, Rehabilitation, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Coaching, Health And Wellness Coaching

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Yale University

    Addiction Treatment: Clinical Skills for Healthcare Providers

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Motivational Interviewing, Substance Abuse, Patient-centered Care, Medication Therapy Management, Mental and Behavioral Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Psychiatry, Pharmacotherapy, Psychotherapy, Treatment Planning, Health Policy, Care Coordination, Clinical Assessment

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular infectious disease courses

  • Leading Healthcare Quality and Safety: The George Washington University
  • Chemicals and Health: Johns Hopkins University
  • Fundamentals of Immunology: Innate Immunity and B-Cell Function: Rice University
  • Introduction to Ear, Nose, and Throat Disorders: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • Foundations of Public Health Practice: Imperial College London
  • Nutrition and Lifestyle in Pregnancy: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
  • Drug Discovery : University of California San Diego
  • Nanotechnology and Nanosensors, Part1: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
  • COVID Vaccine Ambassador Training: How to Talk to Parents : Johns Hopkins University
  • Equine Welfare and Management: University of California, Davis

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