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    Pharmacy courses can help you learn how medications work, how they’re dispensed, and how they contribute to patient care within healthcare systems.

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    Find the Best Pharmacy Course for Your Goals

    • P

      Peking University

      遗传学实验

      Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Experience, Scientific Methods, Experimentation, Molecular Biology, Research Design, Biology, Laboratory Equipment, Life Sciences

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Stanford University

      Symptom Management in Palliative Care

      Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Psychosocial Assessments, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Education and Support, Patient Evaluation, Primary Care, Nursing Practices, Patient Treatment, Care Management, Chronic Diseases, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Medication Therapy Management, Stress Management, Health Assessment, Pharmacology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      New
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      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Drug Utilization: Trends, Determinants and Consequences

      Skills you'll gain: Pharmaceuticals, Medication Therapy Management, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Prescription, Pharmacology, Health Policy, Clinical Research, Patient Education And Counseling, Research Design, Epidemiology, Trend Analysis

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      S

      Stanford University

      Supporting Families and Caregivers

      Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Caregiving, Patient Education and Support, Nursing and Patient Care, Working With Children, Family Therapy, Psychosocial Assessments, Patient Evaluation, Child Development, Social and Human Services, Social Work, Psychological Evaluations, Interpersonal Communications, Stress Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      43 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Comparative Effectiveness and Real-World Evidence

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Research, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Trials, Pharmacology, Research Design, Health Policy, Epidemiology, Research Methodologies, Research, Statistical Methods, Real Time Data, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • N

      Northeastern University

      Navigating Healthcare Supply Chain Operations

      Skills you'll gain: Process Improvement, Operational Efficiency, Inventory Control, Inventory Management System, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Capacity Planning, Materials Management, Supply Chain Planning, Demand Planning, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Vendor Management, Change Management, Information Technology, Forecasting

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Fundamentals for Implementing a Hypertension Program

      Skills you'll gain: Blood Pressure, Medical Management, Pharmacy Operations, Nursing Management, Community Health, Care Management, Clinic Management Systems, Chronic Diseases, Medication Administration, Medication Therapy Management, Health Administration, Care Coordination, Patient Evaluation, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Pharmacotherapy, Patient Education and Support, Patient Treatment, Vital Signs

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of California San Diego

      Hacking COVID-19: Metabolic Pathway Analysis Yields SARS-CoV-2 Drug Targets

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Network Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Data Mining, Biochemistry, Scientific Visualization, Data Analysis Software, Pharmacology, Microbiology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Y

      Yale University

      Medios digitales para resultados sanitarios

      Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, Program Evaluation, Content Creation, Patient Education And Counseling, Digital Communications, Behavioral Health, Web Content, Persuasive Communication, Public Health, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Facebook, Data Collection

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Stanford University

      Transitions in Care from Survivorship to Hospice

      Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Caregiving, Care Management, Psychosocial Assessments, Oncology, Patient Education And Counseling, Primary Care, Home Health Care, Long Term Care, Chronic Diseases, Healthcare Ethics, Stress Management, Cultural Diversity, Mental Health

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Embajador de la Vacuna COVID: Cómo Hablar con los Padres

      Skills you'll gain: Parent Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Infectious Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Pediatrics, Preventative Care, Advocacy, Public Health, Community Health, Persuasive Communication, Medical Science and Research, Research, Interpersonal Communications, Rapport Building, Working With Children, Pharmaceuticals, Biology, Media and Communications

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      의료 서비스를 위한 시스템공학의 기초

      Skills you'll gain: Health Systems, Health Informatics, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Medical Equipment and Technology, Health Care Administration, Systems Analysis, Systems Integration, Concept Of Operations, System Requirements, Interoperability, Requirements Analysis

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • 遗传学实验: Peking University
    • Symptom Management in Palliative Care: Stanford University
    • Drug Utilization: Trends, Determinants and Consequences: Johns Hopkins University
    • Supporting Families and Caregivers: Stanford University
    • Comparative Effectiveness and Real-World Evidence: Johns Hopkins University
    • Navigating Healthcare Supply Chain Operations: Northeastern University
    • Fundamentals for Implementing a Hypertension Program: Johns Hopkins University
    • Hacking COVID-19: Metabolic Pathway Analysis Yields SARS-CoV-2 Drug Targets: University of California San Diego
    • Medios digitales para resultados sanitarios: Yale University
    • Transitions in Care from Survivorship to Hospice: Stanford University

    Why Learn Pharmacy?

    Pharmacy focuses on the preparation, dispensing, and safe use of medications to support patient health and treatment outcomes. It combines knowledge of biology, chemistry, and healthcare systems in a highly regulated, impactful field. Learning about pharmacy can help you explore careers in healthcare, understand how medications work, and contribute to better public health.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Pharmacy

    Popular pharmacy-related courses include Drug Development Product Management from the University of California, San Diego, Pharmacy Technician Fundamentals from MedCerts, and Antibiotic Stewardship from Stanford University. These courses explore drug development, pharmaceutical safety, and the role of pharmacists in healthcare systems.‎

    Yes. Many pharmacy-related courses offer a free audit option, allowing you to 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 can learn about drug mechanisms, pharmacology, dosage forms, medication safety, regulatory science, and patient-centered care. Some courses also explore clinical pharmacy, pharmaceutical business practices, and global health systems.‎

    Not always. Some introductory courses are designed for general audiences or learners considering pharmacy as a career, while others assume a background in biology, chemistry, or healthcare. Course descriptions usually indicate the expected level of experience.‎

    Yes. While Coursera doesn’t offer a full pharmacy degree, its courses can help you build foundational knowledge, prepare for pharmacy school, or upskill in related areas like medication management or pharmaceutical research. Certificates can also support continuing education for professionals.‎

    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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