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      University of Toronto

      Gender Analytics: Gender Equity through Inclusive Design

      Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, User Experience Design, Organizational Change, User Research, Design Thinking, Change Management, Design Research, Product Design, Data Ethics, Data Collection, Quantitative Research, Prototyping, Influencing, Qualitative Research, Leadership, Data Analysis, Analytics, Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Innovation

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Utrecht University

      Clinical Epidemiology

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Clinical Research, Medical Science and Research, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Trials, Patient Evaluation, Public Health, Patient Treatment, Risk Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      INSEAD

      Introduction to Blockchain for Financial Services

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Design, Emerging Technologies, Stakeholder Analysis, Distributed Computing, Financial Services, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Information Privacy, Governance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Evaluating Public Health Programs at Scale

      Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Health Equity, Data Collection, Public Health, Research Design, Nutritional Assessment, Policy Analysis, Healthcare Ethics, Surveys, Child Health, Maternal Health, Statistical Analysis

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Sexualidad y educación

      Skills you'll gain: Health Education, Education and Training, Family Planning, Community Health, Advocacy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Patient Education And Counseling, Media and Communications, Cultural Diversity, Working With Children, Human Development, Child Development, Social Network Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      667 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Foundations of Virtual Instruction

      Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Education Software and Technology, Virtual Environment, Learning Management Systems, End User Training and Support, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Digital Communications, Emerging Technologies, Information Privacy

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Blockchain Platforms

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Emerging Technologies, Distributed Computing, Microsoft Azure, FinTech, Cloud Computing Architecture, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Cryptographic Protocols, Transaction Processing, Open Source Technology, Scalability, Data Storage Technologies, Information Privacy

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      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, Case Studies, Student Support and Services, Mental Health, Health Promotion, Behavior Management, Positive Behavior Support, Crisis Intervention, Data Collection

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      887 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Medical Cannabis: The Health Effects of THC and CBD

      Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Psychiatry, Clinical Psychology, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Pharmacology, Public Health, Health Policy, Gerontology, Mental Health, Pharmaceuticals, Medical Science and Research, Substance Abuse, Research, Hospice, Medication Administration, Health Care, Clinical Research, Mental and Behavioral Health, Exercise Science

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      509 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      The Cycle: Management of Successful Arts and Cultural Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Fundraising, Business Management, Organizational Strategy, Event Management, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Planning, Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Planning, Business Marketing, Performing Arts, Growth Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      731 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of London

      Film, Images & Historical Interpretation in the 20th Century: The Camera Never Lies

      Skills you'll gain: Public History, Photography, Photo Editing, Media and Communications, World History, European History, Case Studies, Political Sciences, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      389 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Copenhagen

      Air Pollution – a Global Threat to our Health

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Pulmonology, Pollution Prevention, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Public Health, Respiration, Health Disparities, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Environmental Science, Environmental Monitoring, Health Assessment, Physiology, Chronic Diseases, Vulnerability

      4.8
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular public policy courses

    • Gender Analytics: Gender Equity through Inclusive Design: University of Toronto
    • Clinical Epidemiology: Utrecht University
    • Introduction to Blockchain for Financial Services: INSEAD
    • Evaluating Public Health Programs at Scale: Johns Hopkins University
    • Sexualidad y educación : Universidad de los Andes
    • Foundations of Virtual Instruction : University of California, Irvine
    • Blockchain Platforms: University at Buffalo
    • Providing Social, Emotional, Behavioral, and Special Education Services in School: University of Colorado System
    • Medical Cannabis: The Health Effects of THC and CBD: University of Colorado Boulder
    • The Cycle: Management of Successful Arts and Cultural Organizations: University of Maryland, College Park

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