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    Clinical research courses can help you learn how to design, conduct, and manage studies that evaluate the safety and effectiveness of medical treatments and interventions.

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    • Status: New
      New
      Status: New AI skills
      New AI skills
      A

      Adobe

      Adobe Marketing Specialist

      Skills you'll gain: Content Marketing, Color Theory, Promotional Strategies, Social Media Content, Target Audience, Typography, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications, Content Creation, Customer experience strategy (CX), Social Media Strategy, Generative AI, Graphic and Visual Design, Marketing Strategies, Cross-Channel Marketing, Design, Marketing Effectiveness, Data Ethics, Adobe Creative Cloud, Graphic and Visual Design Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      833 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Minnesota

      Aromatherapy: Clinical Use of Essential Oils

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Nursing, Patient Evaluation, Nursing Practices, Nursing Care, Pharmacology, Clinical Research, Treatment Planning, Patient Safety, Contraindication, Patient Education And Counseling, Stress Management, Health Care Procedure and Regulation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      492 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      Imperial College London

      Study Designs in Epidemiology

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Research Design, Epidemiology, Clinical Research, Research Methodologies, Research, Statistical Analysis, Sample Size Determination, Data Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      602 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Nutrición y obesidad: control de sobrepeso

      Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Clinical Nutrition, Personal Care, Preventative Care, Behavioral Health, Chronic Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Assessment, Patient Education And Counseling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universiteit Leiden

      Terrorism and Counterterrorism: Comparing Theory and Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Public Safety and National Security, Research, Research Methodologies, Policy Analysis, Media and Communications, Social Studies, World History, International Relations, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Trend Analysis, Psychology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • G

      Google

      Make the Sale: Build, Launch, and Manage E-commerce Stores

      Skills you'll gain: Order Fulfillment, E-Commerce, Order Processing, Campaign Management, Digital Advertising, Google Ads, Retail Management, Customer Engagement, Marketing Strategies, Market Research, Web Analytics, Trend Analysis, Customer experience strategy (CX), Target Audience

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Neuroscience and Neuroimaging

      Skills you'll gain: Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Neurology, Medical Imaging, Anatomy, Radiology, Image Analysis, Data Analysis, Analysis, Data Manipulation, Experimentation, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Psychology, Network Analysis, Data Processing, Regression Analysis, Research Design, Scientific Visualization, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Matlab

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      The University of Sydney

      Academic Skills for University Success

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Editing, Research, Creative Thinking, Public Speaking, Proofreading, Deductive Reasoning, Brainstorming, Information Management, Analytical Skills, Cognitive flexibility, Ethical Standards And Conduct, English Language, Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Higher Education, Digital Communications, Communication

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7.5K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      S

      Stanford University

      Understanding Einstein: The Special Theory of Relativity

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Timelines, Verification And Validation, Scientific Methods, Research, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Of Measurement

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      3.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: AI skills
      AI skills
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      Meta

      Meta Data Analyst

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Business Metrics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Management, Data Collection, Data Governance, Bayesian Statistics, Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Information Privacy, Data Cleansing, Pandas (Python Package), Data Visualization Software, Statistical Inference, Spreadsheet Software, Correlation Analysis, Google Sheets, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Modeling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of North Texas

      Research Design: Inquiry and Discovery

      Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Research, Research Methodologies, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Scientific Methods, Business Research, Data Collection, Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Probability & Statistics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      407 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • D

      DeepLearning.AI

      Natural Language Processing in TensorFlow

      Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Natural Language Processing, Generative AI, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Text Mining, Data Processing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      6.5K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular clinical research courses

    • Adobe Marketing Specialist: Adobe
    • Aromatherapy: Clinical Use of Essential Oils: University of Minnesota
    • Study Designs in Epidemiology: Imperial College London
    • Nutrición y obesidad: control de sobrepeso: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Terrorism and Counterterrorism: Comparing Theory and Practice: Universiteit Leiden
    • Make the Sale: Build, Launch, and Manage E-commerce Stores: Google
    • Neuroscience and Neuroimaging: Johns Hopkins University
    • Academic Skills for University Success: The University of Sydney
    • Understanding Einstein: The Special Theory of Relativity: Stanford University
    • Meta Data Analyst: Meta

    Why Learn Clinical Research?

    Clinical research is essential to advancing medical knowledge and improving patient care. It involves planning and running clinical trials, adhering to regulatory standards, and analyzing data to assess new treatments. Learning clinical research can help you support scientific discovery, contribute to public health, and pursue careers in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, or academic research.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Clinical Research

    Top courses include Design and Interpretation of Clinical Trials from Johns Hopkins University and Understanding Clinical Research: Behind the Statistics from the University of Cape Town. These programs cover the fundamentals of clinical trials, research ethics, and data analysis in health sciences.‎

    Yes. Many clinical research courses offer a free audit option, letting learners access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how clinical trials are designed and conducted, how to interpret data, and how to navigate regulatory and ethical guidelines. Some courses also explore how to communicate findings and work in multidisciplinary research teams.‎

    Not necessarily. Many beginner-friendly courses are designed for general learners and explain key concepts in accessible language. More advanced courses may assume familiarity with medical or statistical topics.‎

    Yes. Clinical research skills are valued in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, biotech, and public health. Coursera courses can help you build job-ready skills, prepare for certification exams, or explore careers in clinical trials management, data analysis, or regulatory affairs.‎

    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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