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    • The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

      Psychology of Popularity

      Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Psychology, Social Sciences, Behavioral Health, Behavior Management, Mental Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Sociology, Child Development, Biology, Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      998 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Universidad de Palermo

      Psicología

      Skills you'll gain: Student-Centred Learning, Psychology, Human Learning, Learning Theory, Creativity, Human Development, Behavior Management, Neurology, Self-Awareness, Education and Training, Culture, Molecular Biology, Cognitive flexibility, Learning Strategies, Anatomy, School Psychology, Social Sciences, Mental Health, Computational Thinking, Systems Thinking

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • University of California, Irvine

      Extracellular Vesicles in Health and Disease

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Life Sciences, Respiration, Pathology, Internal Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Neurology, Chronic Diseases, Cardiology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biology, Oncology, Laboratory Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      104 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free

      Yale University

      Health Behavior Change: From Evidence to Action

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health and Disease Prevention, Nutrition and Diet, Public Health, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Behavioral Economics, Patient Education And Counseling, Program Evaluation, Preventative Care

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      446 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • University of Colorado System

      Providing Social, Emotional, Behavioral, and Special Education Services in School

      Skills you'll gain: Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Special Education, School Psychology, School Counseling, Student Support and Services, Social and Human Services, Mental Health, Preventative Care, Behavior Management, Positive Behavior Support, Mental and Behavioral Health, Crisis Intervention, Trauma Care, Data Collection

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      873 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Imperial College London

      Immunology: The Immune System and its Failures

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Oncology, Microbiology, Epidemiology, Chronic Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Geriatrics, Public Health, Pulmonology, Pharmacotherapy, Biology, Patient Treatment, Precision Medicine, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Treatment Planning, Medical Science and Research, Pathology, Molecular Biology, Laboratory Research, Pharmacology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      327 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • University of Michigan

      Sleep: Neurobiology, Medicine, and Society

      Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Psychiatry, Stress Management, Neurology, Mathematical Modeling, Patient Safety, Cardiology, Accident Prevention, Vital Signs, Pharmacology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      803 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • University of Colorado System

      Managing ADHD, Autism, Learning Disabilities, and Concussion in School

      Skills you'll gain: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, School Psychology, Patient Evaluation, Disabilities, Special Education, Classroom Management, Pediatrics, Mental and Behavioral Health, Care Management, Child Development, Mental Health, Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Psychological Evaluations

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free

      The University of Hong Kong

      口腔种植学 (Implant Dentistry)

      Skills you'll gain: Dental Procedures, Dentistry, Oral and Dental Care, Treatment Planning, Patient Evaluation, Medical Equipment and Technology, Surgery, Digital Transformation, Risk Analysis, Biology, Emerging Technologies

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      70 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • MedCerts

      Pharmacy Technician Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Healthcare Ethics, Medication Dispensation, Pharmacist Assistance, Medical Prescription, Pharmacology, Conflict Management, Pharmacy Operations, Anatomy, Pathology, Cultural Responsiveness, Patient Safety, Patient Education And Counseling, Cultural Diversity, Pharmacy, Cultural Sensitivity, Pharmaceuticals, Professionalism, Medical Records, Health Information Management and Medical Records

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • University of Michigan

      Anatomy: Gastrointestinal, Reproductive and Endocrine Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Gynecology, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Urology, Medical Imaging, General Medicine

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      607 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Rice University

      Mindfulness and Well-being

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Stress Management, Resilience, Mindfulness, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Compassion, Positivity, Empathy, Mental Health, Mental Concentration, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Relationship Building, Behavioral Health, Cognitive flexibility, Social Justice, Persistence, Overcoming Obstacles

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Psychology of Popularity: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
    • Psicología: Universidad de Palermo
    • Extracellular Vesicles in Health and Disease: University of California, Irvine
    • Health Behavior Change: From Evidence to Action: Yale University
    • Providing Social, Emotional, Behavioral, and Special Education Services in School: University of Colorado System
    • Immunology: The Immune System and its Failures: Imperial College London
    • Sleep: Neurobiology, Medicine, and Society: University of Michigan
    • Managing ADHD, Autism, Learning Disabilities, and Concussion in School: University of Colorado System
    • 口腔种植学 (Implant Dentistry): The University of Hong Kong
    • Pharmacy Technician Fundamentals: MedCerts

    Frequently Asked Questions about Pathology

    Pathology refers to the study of diseases including the cause and effects. Pathology involves diagnosing diseases through various tests like a biopsy, blood samples, or an autopsy. It is a crucial part of diagnoses and treatment plan decisions.‎

    It's important to learn about pathology if you want to get into any area of the medical field. It is the basis of diagnosing diseases and treatment plans. You'll need to be able to understand how it all comes together and be able to work with the rest of the team to give the patient the best outcome possible. It's also important to learn about pathology to know how to analyze changes in the patient and be able to see why the health problems are happening.‎

    Online courses will help you learn about pathology by giving you detailed lectures with examples, assessments, and readings. You will be able to test your knowledge and understanding, and experts will be available to help guide you through the course. In the online courses, you will be given examples and practice questions that will benefit your work and research. Online courses offer the flexibility you need to learn on your own time and prepare you for the next course.‎

    Typical careers that use pathology are those in the medical field. As a doctor, you need to know pathology to diagnose your patient and give them the best treatment option. You can also become a pathologist where you will analyze tests and exams to figure out what is wrong with the patient. In these careers, you will be part of a team to help other doctors and healthcare providers come up with a plan for the patients. Other careers that use pathology include medical technologist, forensic technician, or cytotechnologist. As a medical technologist, you will test and analyze samples as well as maintain the equipment. A career as a forensic technician involves collecting evidence from crime scenes and helping in criminal investigations. A cytotechnologist analyzes human cells and looks for abnormalities. This is crucial for determining at what stage the disease or illness is.‎

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

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