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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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    • Status: Free
      Free

      Stanford University

      Formation COVID-19 pour personnels de santé

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Care, Intensive Care Medicine, Patient Treatment, Acute Care, Direct Patient Care, Infection Control, Medication Administration, Health Assessment, Emergency Medicine, General Medicine, Infectious Diseases, Vital Signs, Respiration, Telecommuting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • MedCerts

      Pharmacy Law, Emergency Preparedness, and Biopharmaceutics

      Skills you'll gain: Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Infectious Diseases, Health Care, Emergency Response, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Medical Science and Research, Medication Administration, Personally Identifiable Information, Regulatory Compliance, Information Privacy, Record Keeping, Risk Analysis

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Novartis

      Preclinical Safety

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Pharmaceuticals, Medical Science and Research, Risk Analysis, Regulatory Compliance

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Johns Hopkins University

      Kids with Cancer Still Need School: The Providers Role

      Skills you'll gain: Parent Communication, Advocacy, Patient Education and Support, Care Coordination, Pediatrics, Disabilities

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free

      The University of Melbourne

      Epigenetic Control of Gene Expression

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Environment, Pharmaceuticals, Medical Science and Research, Experimentation, Research, General Science and Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      820 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • ISC2

      Privacy and Security for Healthcare Organizations​

      Skills you'll gain: Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy, Security Awareness, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Information Assurance, Security Controls, Data Sharing, Security Strategy, Health Care, Data Integrity, Data Access, Identity and Access Management, Regulatory Compliance

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Genentech

      Making Data Science Work for Clinical Reporting

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Data Management, Statistical Reporting, Data Sharing, Version Control, Clinical Trials, Data Quality, GitLab, Quality Assurance, Risk Management, DevOps, R Programming, Technical Documentation, Agile Methodology

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free

      Stanford University

      स्वास्थ्य कर्मचारियों के लिए कोविड-19 ट्रेनिंग

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Care, Infection Control, Health Assessment, Emergency and Intensive Care, Patient Treatment, Vital Signs, Health Care, Patient Safety, Respiration, Infectious Diseases

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Genentech

      Hands On Clinical Reporting Using R

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Data Management, Clinical Trials, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Pharmaceuticals, Statistical Reporting, Data Modeling, R Programming, Technical Communication, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Data Integration

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Stanford University

      Palliative Care Always Capstone Course

      Skills you'll gain: Caregiving, Patient Education and Support, Compassion, Stress Management, Empathy, Patient Coordination, Community Outreach, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Social Work, Collaboration

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

      Medical Cannabis for Pain Control

      Skills you'll gain: Psychiatry, Patient Safety, Pharmaceuticals, General Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Clinical Research, Safety Assurance, Clinical Trials, Cultural Diversity, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Mental Health Therapies, Anatomy, General Science and Research

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      148 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free

      Shanghai Jiao Tong University

      常见慢性病的健康管理

      Skills you'll gain: Blood Pressure, Primary Care, Internal Medicine, Home Health Care, Family Medicine, Preventative Care, Health Care, Medical Management, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Patient Education and Support, Patient Treatment, Risk Management, Medication Administration

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Formation COVID-19 pour personnels de santé: Stanford University
    • Pharmacy Law, Emergency Preparedness, and Biopharmaceutics: MedCerts
    • Preclinical Safety: Novartis
    • Kids with Cancer Still Need School: The Providers Role: Johns Hopkins University
    • Epigenetic Control of Gene Expression: The University of Melbourne
    • Privacy and Security for Healthcare Organizations​: ISC2
    • Making Data Science Work for Clinical Reporting: Genentech
    • स्वास्थ्य कर्मचारियों के लिए कोविड-19 ट्रेनिंग: Stanford University
    • Hands On Clinical Reporting Using R: Genentech
    • Palliative Care Always Capstone Course: Stanford 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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