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    • Novartis

      Drug Hunting: The Science of Making New Medicines

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Pharmaceuticals, Patient Safety, Clinical Research, Competitive Intelligence, Medication Administration, Safety Assurance, Medical Science and Research, Bioinformatics, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Risk Analysis, Process Development, New Product Development, Product Development, Regulatory Compliance, General Science and Research, Infectious Diseases, Product Testing, Science and Research, Manufacturing Processes

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      166 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Basic Principles of Cell Signaling

      Skills you'll gain: Respiration, Life Sciences, Medical Science and Research, Infectious Diseases, Clinical Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      84 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Johns Hopkins University

      Artificial Intelligence for Breast Cancer Detection

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Radiology, Data Processing, Bayesian Network, Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Epidemiology, Deep Learning, Health Care, Medical Science and Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      70 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • University of California, Irvine

      Extracellular Vesicles in Health and Disease

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Life Sciences, Respiration, Internal Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Science and Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      104 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

      HPV-Associated Oral and Throat Cancer: What You Need to Know

      Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Patient Treatment, Primary Care, Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Risk Analysis, Patient Education and Support

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      469 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Coursera Project Network

      Breast Cancer Prediction Using Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Data Processing, Pandas (Python Package), Applied Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Data Import/Export, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Python Programming, Google Cloud Platform, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Supervised Learning

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Stanford University

      Palliative Care Always

      Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Caregiving, Primary Care, Patient Education and Support, Compassion, Child Welfare, Nursing and Patient Care, Patient Treatment, Pediatrics, Cultural Sensitivity, Interpersonal Communications, Home Health Care, Stress Management, Communication, Long Term Care, Health Care, Treatment Planning, Empathy, Active Listening, Care Coordination

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      144 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Novartis

      Introduction to Drug Hunting

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Pharmaceuticals, Competitive Intelligence, Medical Science and Research, Safety Assurance, New Product Development, General Science and Research, Regulatory Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      89 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • University of Colorado System

      Palliative Care: It's Not Just Hospice Anymore

      Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Patient Education and Support, Active Listening, Compassion, Communication, Caregiving, Treatment Planning, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Medication Administration, Nursing Care, Home Health Care, Care Coordination, Patient Treatment, Health Assessment, Patient Safety, Crisis Intervention, Vital Signs, Interpersonal Communications, Pharmaceuticals

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      477 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Imperial College London

      Statistical Analysis with R for Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Analytical Skills, Correlation Analysis, Regression Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, R Programming, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Quantitative Research, Exploratory Data Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Statistical Methods, Data Wrangling, Biostatistics, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Probability Distribution, Predictive Modeling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

      Researcher's Guide to Omic Data

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Metadata Management, Science and Research, R Programming, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Management, Data Collection, Data Quality, Scientific Methods, Life Sciences, Research, General Science and Research, Analysis, Research Methodologies, Research Design

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • MedCerts

      Medical Terminology and the Human Body Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Medical Records, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Medical Science and Research, Health Care, General Medicine, Life Sciences

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      296 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Drug Hunting: The Science of Making New Medicines: Novartis
    • Basic Principles of Cell Signaling: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • Artificial Intelligence for Breast Cancer Detection: Johns Hopkins University
    • Extracellular Vesicles in Health and Disease: University of California, Irvine
    • HPV-Associated Oral and Throat Cancer: What You Need to Know: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    • Breast Cancer Prediction Using Machine Learning: Coursera Project Network
    • Palliative Care Always: Stanford University
    • Introduction to Drug Hunting: Novartis
    • Palliative Care: It's Not Just Hospice Anymore: University of Colorado System
    • Statistical Analysis with R for Public Health: Imperial College London

    Skills you can learn in Probability And Statistics

    R Programming (19)
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    Logistic Regression (7)
    Probability Distribution (7)
    Bayesian Statistics (6)
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    Frequently Asked Questions about Cancer

    Cancer is an umbrella term used to describe a group of related diseases that occur when cells in the body begin dividing constantly while spreading into nearby tissues. These diseases are caused by a disruption in the natural life of cells, which begin to grow and divide when the body needs new cells to replace old, damaged ones. Instead of the normally orderly process, damaged and old cells survive while new cells that aren't needed grow out of control. Many cancers create solid masses of tissue known as tumors. Blood cancers like leukemia don't form these masses. In either case, abnormal cells can spread into surrounding parts of the body and travel through systems to form new cancers in different body parts.‎

    If you're passionate about caring for people with cancer, researching possible cures, or learning more about this serious condition, studying about cancer is an effective starting point. Discover the biology of it and the different types of cancer to gain a deeper understanding. Build a solid foundation on immunology, oncology, and biotechnology to become an engaged part of the conversation surrounding some of the latest and most effective treatments. It's important to learn about cancer if you want to begin a career in oncology or advance your career in cancer treatment or research. Learn about cancer if you want to be educated to better care for yourself or someone you love that has been diagnosed with cancer too.‎

    Learning about cancer opens the door to a variety of career options including oncologists, oncology nurses, radiation oncologists, social workers, community health workers, and health educators. The American Cancer Society estimates that more than 1.7 million people in the United States are diagnosed with cancer every year. The scope of cancer's impact on every population makes it a central issue for careers of all types. For example, if you're passionate about technology, you might go into biotechnology, a field that will play a role in the future of cancer care. Or if you prefer working directly with patients, you might opt to pursue your medical degree or launch a career as a nurse.‎

    Taking online courses about cancer can give you the knowledge you need to start a new career or to progress in your current field while also providing the flexibility you need to balance your personal and professional responsibilities while learning. Online courses let you pick and choose courses and Specializations that interest you most. And you complete your coursework at your own pace, making it easy to fit around other commitments in your busy schedule. If you're starting with the basics, you can take courses like Introduction to the Biology of Cancer, given by Johns Hopkins University, which provides a thorough overview of fundamentals. If you're interested in gaining specialized knowledge, you can take courses like Fundamentals in Immunology or Design and Interpretation of Clinical Trials.‎

    Online Cancer courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Cancer is a complex disease characterized by abnormal cell growth. It occurs when the body's normal control mechanisms stop working. Instead of old cells dying and new cells being produced to replace them, abnormal cells divide and form tumors. These tumors can invade nearby tissues and spread to other parts of the body through the lymphatic system or blood vessels. There are different types of cancer, each with its own characteristics and treatment options. It is important to consult with healthcare professionals for accurate diagnosis, treatment, and support when dealing with cancer. skills. Choose from a wide range of Cancer courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Cancer, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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