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    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Simple Regression Analysis in Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Biostatistics, Regression Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Epidemiology, Quantitative Research, Public Health, Data Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      382 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universiteit Leiden

      Population Health: Responsible Data Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Regression Analysis, R Programming, Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Data Ethics, Data Collection, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Reporting, Statistical Modeling, Data Cleansing, Data Quality

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      45 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

      Network Analysis in Systems Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Unsupervised Learning, Network Analysis, Data Analysis, Molecular Biology, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Biology, Data Processing, Data Integration, R Programming, Unix Commands

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      200 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Leeds

      Exploratory Data Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Statistical Modeling, Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistical Inference, R Programming, Descriptive Statistics, Box Plots, Data Visualization Software, Histogram, Probability, Simulations

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • K

      King Abdullah University of Science and Technology

      Fundamental Skills in Bioinformatics

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Bioinformatics, Unix, Scientific Visualization, Statistical Methods, R Programming, Rmarkdown, Unix Commands, Data Analysis, Data Quality, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Programming Principles, Pandas (Python Package), Python Programming, NumPy, Data Manipulation, Data Structures

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      59 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Statistics and Data Analysis with R

      Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Regression Analysis, Statistical Programming, Probability Distribution, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Data Import/Export, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Plot (Graphics), Statistics, Data Manipulation, Analysis, Data Structures

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado System

      Biostatistics Study Design and Analysis for Grant Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Sample Size Determination, Biostatistics, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Clinical Research, Statistical Methods, Science and Research, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Quantitative Research

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Data Science Foundations: Statistical Inference

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability, Probability & Statistics, Probability Distribution, Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Bayesian Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Data Ethics, Data Science, Statistical Analysis, Quantitative Research, Descriptive Statistics, Statistics, Correlation Analysis

      Build toward a degree

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      322 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • D

      DeepLearning.AI

      Probability & Statistics for Machine Learning & Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability & Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Probability Distribution, Probability, Statistical Inference, A/B Testing, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Machine Learning, Data Science, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Visualization

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      558 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      IBM

      Statistical Analysis Fundamentals using Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Regression Analysis, Forecasting, Probability Distribution, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Microsoft Excel, Statistics, Spreadsheet Software, Predictive Analytics, Probability

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      89 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      Imperial College London

      Global Disease Masterclass

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Health Disparities, Cardiology, Chronic Diseases, Microbiology, Community Health, Health Systems, Health Policy, Socioeconomics, Preventative Care, Health Care, Health Assessment, Biostatistics, Data Analysis, Policy Analysis, Trend Analysis, Medical Science and Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      315 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California San Diego

      Genomic Data Science and Clustering (Bioinformatics V)

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Dimensionality Reduction, Unsupervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Molecular Biology, Data Mining, Machine Learning, Data Analysis Software, Life Sciences, Algorithms, Exploratory Data Analysis, Probability & Statistics

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      92 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Simple Regression Analysis in Public Health : Johns Hopkins University
    • Population Health: Responsible Data Analysis: Universiteit Leiden
    • Network Analysis in Systems Biology: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    • Exploratory Data Analysis: University of Leeds
    • Fundamental Skills in Bioinformatics: King Abdullah University of Science and Technology
    • Statistics and Data Analysis with R: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Biostatistics Study Design and Analysis for Grant Writing: University of Colorado System
    • Data Science Foundations: Statistical Inference: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Probability & Statistics for Machine Learning & Data Science: DeepLearning.AI
    • Statistical Analysis Fundamentals using Excel: IBM

    Skills you can learn in Probability And Statistics

    R Programming (19)
    Inference (16)
    Linear Regression (12)
    Statistical Analysis (12)
    Statistical Inference (11)
    Regression Analysis (10)
    Biostatistics (9)
    Bayesian (7)
    Logistic Regression (7)
    Probability Distribution (7)
    Bayesian Statistics (6)
    Medical Statistics (6)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Biostatistics

    Biostatistics courses cover a range of topics essential for understanding and applying statistical methods to biological and health sciences. These include the basics of statistical theory, probability, and data analysis. Learners will explore topics such as hypothesis testing, regression analysis, and experimental design. Advanced courses might cover areas like survival analysis, longitudinal data analysis, and the use of statistical software such as R and SAS. Practical exercises and real-world case studies help learners apply these concepts to biological and medical research.‎

    Choosing the right biostatistics course depends on your current skill level and career aspirations. Beginners should look for courses that cover the basics of statistics, probability, and introductory data analysis techniques. Those with some experience might benefit from intermediate courses focusing on regression analysis, hypothesis testing, and the use of statistical software. Advanced learners or professionals seeking specialized knowledge might consider courses on advanced biostatistical methods, survival analysis, or preparing for certifications like Certified Biostatistician (CB). Reviewing course content, instructor expertise, and learner feedback can help ensure the course aligns with your goals.‎

    A certificate in biostatistics can open up various career opportunities in the fields of public health, medical research, and pharmaceuticals. Common roles include biostatistician, data analyst, clinical research coordinator, and epidemiologist. These positions involve designing experiments, analyzing biological data, interpreting research results, and contributing to the development of medical and health policies. With the increasing importance of data-driven decision-making in healthcare and biological sciences, earning a certificate in biostatistics can significantly enhance your career prospects and opportunities for advancement in fields such as academia, government health agencies, and the pharmaceutical industry.‎

    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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