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Pharmacology Courses

Pharmacology courses can help you learn drug classifications, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and therapeutic applications. You can build skills in dosage calculations, understanding drug interactions, and evaluating clinical trial data. Many courses introduce tools such as pharmacological databases and software for drug analysis, that support conducting research and making informed decisions in clinical settings. By exploring these topics, you can gain a comprehensive understanding of how medications work and their impact on patient care.

Popular Pharmacology Courses and Certifications


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    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Systems Biology and Biotechnology

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Bioinformatics, Mathematical Software, Quantitative Research, Electrophysiology, Unsupervised Learning, Data Synthesis, Research, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology, Simulation and Simulation Software, Pharmacology, Science and Research, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Laboratory Research, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, General Science and Research, Network Analysis, Biology

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    University of Minnesota

    The Neurotransmitters of the Mind – Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Patient-centered Care, Mental and Behavioral Health, Life Sciences, Clinical Pharmacy, Biochemistry, Pathology, Molecular Biology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Anticoagulación

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Contraindication, Pharmacotherapy, Drug Interaction, Medication Therapy Management, Medication Administration, Perioperative Care, Oncology, Hematology, Pulmonology, Patient Evaluation, Treatment Planning, Patient Treatment, Clinical Practices, Chronic Diseases, Cardiac Dysrhythmia, Laboratory Testing, Risk Analysis

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    Universidade Estadual de Campinas

    Cosmetologia: Prática de Manipulação de Cosméticos

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmaceuticals, Preventative Care, Pharmacology, Chemistry, Biochemistry

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Geneva

    Drugs, drug use, drug policy and health

    Skills you'll gain: Substance Abuse, Pharmaceuticals, Social Justice, Health Disparities, Pharmacology, Medical Prescription, Public Health, Health Policy, Pain Management, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Community Health, Advocacy, International Relations, Policy Development

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

    Antimicrobial resistance - theory and methods

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Testing, Quality Assurance, Infection Control, Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Diagnostic Tests, Bioinformatics, Medical Laboratory, Clinical Laboratory Science, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Pharmacology, Health Policy, Molecular Biology

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Farmacología para odontólogos

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Interaction, Pharmacology, Oral and Dental Care, Pharmacotherapy, Dentistry, Dental Care, Contraindication, Medication Therapy Management, Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Oral Health, Pain Management

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Toxicology 21: Scientific Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Testing, Hazard Analysis, Environmental Regulations, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Cell Cultures, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biochemical Assays, Laboratory Research, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Bioinformatics, Endocrinology, Molecular Biology, Biology, Data Mining

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Experimental Design Considerations in SABV Research

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Research Methodologies, Life Sciences, Science and Research, Human Development, Molecular Biology, Social Determinants Of Health, Stress Management, Health Disparities, Cell Biology, Psychiatry, Health Care, Neurology, Psychology, Grant Writing, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Human Musculoskeletal System

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Chemicals and Health

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Regulations, Environmental Laws, Laboratory Testing, Public Health, Pharmacology, Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Science, Health Assessment, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Epidemiology, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Environmental Policy, Analytical Chemistry, Case Studies, Peer Review, Chronic Diseases, Risk Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    McMaster University

    DNA Decoded

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Life Sciences, Pharmacology, Medical Science and Research, Biotechnology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biochemistry, Laboratory Techniques, Healthcare Ethics, Analysis

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Everyday Chinese Medicine 2

    Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Health Systems, Health Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Promotion, Public Health, Pharmacology, Clinical Practices, Patient Education and Support, Nutrition and Diet, Treatment Planning, Patient Treatment, Pharmacotherapy, Patient Observation, Clinical Assessment, Exercise Therapy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Systems Biology and Biotechnology: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • The Neurotransmitters of the Mind – Part 1: University of Minnesota
  • Anticoagulación: Universidad de los Andes
  • Cosmetologia: Prática de Manipulação de Cosméticos: Universidade Estadual de Campinas
  • Drugs, drug use, drug policy and health : University of Geneva
  • Antimicrobial resistance - theory and methods: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
  • Farmacología para odontólogos: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Toxicology 21: Scientific Applications: Johns Hopkins University
  • Experimental Design Considerations in SABV Research: University of Colorado System
  • Chemicals and Health: Johns Hopkins University

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