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Learn the Foundations of Human Anatomy. Understand the major organ systems, their functions and relationships within the body.
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Understand the major organ systems, their functions and relationships within the body.
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In this Specialization you will explore human anatomy using a systems approach, and a vast library of multimedia materials, so you may understand the features of different organ systems in relation to the human body’s form and function.
This Specialization covers the following organ systems:
Integumentary System
Musculoskeletal System
Cardiovascular System
Respiratory System
Urinary System
Nervous System
Gastrointestinal System
Reproductive System
Endocrine System
This Specialization takes advantage of a highly visual multimedia library of accurate anatomical models and materials to help you better understand the topics.
Understand the integumentary system anatomy and function
Understand the skeletal system anatomy and function
Learn joint classifications, function, and clinical correlations
Learn skeletal muscle anatomy and function
Learn the basic structure and function of the cardiovascular system
Learn the basic structure and function of the respiratory system
Learn the basic structure and function of the urinary system
Learn the gross anatomy of the central and peripheral nervous systems, and the names and functions of the cranial nerves
Understand how sensory information enters the brain
Understand how the brain and spinal cord control the muscles
Understand how the autonomic nervous system activates the fight or flight response
Understand basic anatomy and important clinical concepts related to the gastrointestinal, endocrine, and reproductive systems
Learn the primary functions of the gastrointestinal, reproductive and endocrine system independently and in relation to the human body
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This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.
If you subscribed, you get a 7-day free trial during which you can cancel at no penalty. After that, we don’t give refunds, but you can cancel your subscription at any time. See our full refund policy.
Yes! To get started, click the course card that interests you and enroll. You can enroll and complete the course to earn a shareable certificate, or you can audit it to view the course materials for free. When you subscribe to a course that is part of a Specialization, you’re automatically subscribed to the full Specialization. Visit your learner dashboard to track your progress.
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free. If you cannot afford the fee, you can apply for financial aid.
This Specialization doesn't carry university credit, but some universities may choose to accept Specialization Certificates for credit. Check with your institution to learn more.
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