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    Explore oncology for understanding cancer diagnosis and treatment. Learn about cancer biology, treatment modalities, and patient care.

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    • MedCerts

      The Skin, Bones, and Muscles

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Medical Records, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, General Medicine

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free

      The University of Sydney

      Life, Health and Radiation

      Skills you'll gain: Radiology, Health And Safety Standards, Patient Education and Support, Patient Safety, Regulatory Compliance, Physics, Medical Terminology, Health Care, Medical Science and Research, Image Analysis, Risk Analysis, General Science and Research

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      350 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Michigan State University

      The Emergence of Oncofertility (Past, Present & Future)

      Skills you'll gain: Pediatrics, Primary Care, Health Care, Care Coordination, Patient Education and Support, Treatment Planning, Medical Science and Research, Patient Treatment, Clinical Trials, Epidemiology, Patient Referral

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Johns Hopkins University

      Computing for Cancer Informatics

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Systems, Data Processing, Data Sharing, Computing Platforms, Data Storage, Computer Hardware, Big Data, Capacity Management, Data Infrastructure, Distributed Computing, Information Management, Computational Thinking, Cloud Computing, File Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free

      Duke University

      Space Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Science and Research, Emergency Medicine, Vital Signs, Preventative Care, Human Factors, Respiration, Radiology, Physics, Anatomy, Equipment Design, Environment and Resource Management, Engineering

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      488 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

    • Status: Free
      Free

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Farmacología para odontólogos

      Skills you'll gain: Pharmaceuticals, Medication Administration, Patient Treatment, Infectious Diseases, General Medicine, Preventative Care

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      993 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free

      Universitat de Barcelona

      Molecular Tumor Board 2021-22

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Clinical Data Management, Medical Science and Research, Treatment Planning, Patient Education and Support, Patient Treatment, General Medicine, Clinical Experience, Radiology, Care Coordination

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • Stanford University

      Symptom Management in Palliative Care

      Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Patient Education and Support, Nursing and Patient Care, Care Coordination, Stress Management, Behavioral Health, Mental Health

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free

      National Taiwan University

      一堂課讓你認識肺癌(Basic Concepts of Lung Cancer: Diagnosis and Treatment)

      Skills you'll gain: Respiration, Preventative Care, Epidemiology, Pollution Prevention, Internal Medicine, Radiology, Treatment Planning, Patient Education and Support, Health Assessment, Emerging Technologies

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      92 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Moderna

      mRNAs as Medicines

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Pharmaceuticals, Emerging Technologies, Medical Science and Research, Scientific Visualization, Infectious Diseases, Clinical Research, Patient Treatment, Preventative Care, Innovation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free

      The University of Edinburgh

      Data Science in Stratified Healthcare and Precision Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Image Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Big Data, Statistical Methods, Data Science, Data Mining, Statistical Modeling, Health Care, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Probability & Statistics, Data Analysis, Text Mining, Unstructured Data, Data Processing, Data Integration, Network Analysis, Supervised Learning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      333 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • The Skin, Bones, and Muscles: MedCerts
    • Life, Health and Radiation: The University of Sydney
    • The Emergence of Oncofertility (Past, Present & Future): Michigan State University
    • Computing for Cancer Informatics: Johns Hopkins University
    • Space Medicine: Duke University
    • Artificial Intelligence for Breast Cancer Detection: Johns Hopkins University
    • Farmacología para odontólogos: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Molecular Tumor Board 2021-22 : Universitat de Barcelona
    • Symptom Management in Palliative Care: Stanford University
    • 一堂課讓你認識肺癌(Basic Concepts of Lung Cancer: Diagnosis and Treatment): National Taiwan University

    Frequently Asked Questions about Oncology

    Oncology involves studying and treating various forms of cancer. Although there's no cure for the disease, experts in the field use a variety of procedures and techniques to control it or force it into remission. The field of oncology has existed for centuries, with even the ancient Greeks and Egyptians studying the effects of tumors. The word "oncology" comes from the word "oncos," a Greek term for "swelling."‎

    Learning about oncology can help prepare you for a job as an oncologist. There are various types of oncologists, including pediatric oncologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and surgical oncologists. If you're comfortable working with young patients, aspire to be a pediatric oncologist, a job that involves treating cancer in children. Medical oncologists use methods such as chemotherapy and immunotherapy to treat cancer. Surgical oncologists aim to surgically remove cancerous growths. Radiation oncologists rely on radiation therapy to manage the condition.

    Oncologists don't work alone. Technologists design, operate, and maintain medical equipment, such as the machines used during radiation therapy. Nurses assist oncologists by providing patient care in hospitals. Pharmacists and pharmacy technicians work with life-saving drugs, including those used during chemotherapy. Learning about oncology can help you pursue any of these career paths.‎

    Online course instructors offer video lectures and reading assignments to provide you with opportunities to learn about the oncology field. Some courses focus on specific types of cancer, such as breast cancer or prostate cancer. Others focus on clinical research, drug development, and herbal medicine options that can supplement procedures. You'll also find courses on qualitative data collection and research, practices that allow the field to evolve.

    Most online courses come with flexible deadlines, making it easy to fit the lessons into your personal schedule. Shareable Professional Certificates at the end of courses provide proof of completion.‎

    Online Oncology courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Oncology skills. Choose from a wide range of Oncology courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Oncology, 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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