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      Peking University

      更年期综合管理

      Skills you'll gain: Gynecology, Geriatrics, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Cardiology, Orthopedics, Preventative Care, Nutrition and Diet, Chronic Diseases, Medication Therapy Management, Oncology, Patient Education And Counseling

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      Free
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      Peking University

      《Health Education and Nursing Practice》(健康教育与护理实践)

      Skills you'll gain: Health Technology, Nursing Care, Nursing, Nursing Management, Nursing Practices, Patient Education And Counseling, Healthcare Ethics, Community Health

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Clinical Natural Language Processing

      Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Text Mining, Clinical Data Management, R Programming, Google Cloud Platform, Health Informatics, Unstructured Data

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      Free
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      Universidad Nacional de Colombia

      Aprender a ser cuidador de personas con condiciones crónicas

      Skills you'll gain: Caregiving, Care Management, Health Care, Patient Education and Support, Empathy, Health Assessment, Chronic Diseases, Stress Management, Emotional Intelligence, Adaptability, Critical Thinking

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Clinical Data Models and Data Quality Assessments

      Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Data Modeling, Clinical Data Management, Database Design, Data Quality, Data Transformation, Data Validation, Data Integration, Health Informatics, Relational Databases, SQL

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      63 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Yale University

      استخدام الوسائط الرقمية لتعزيز النتائج الصحية

      Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, Digital Communications, Behavioral Health, Program Evaluation, Persuasive Communication, Public Health, Instagram, Facebook, Human Centered Design, Survey Creation, Psychology

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado System

      Advanced Clinical Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Data Management, Clinical Research, Data Quality, Health Informatics, Biostatistics, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Data Science, Analytics, Statistical Reporting, R Programming, SQL

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Taiwan University

      一堂課讓你認識肺癌(Basic Concepts of Lung Cancer: Diagnosis and Treatment)

      Skills you'll gain: Pulmonology, Respiratory Care, Oncology, Preventative Care, Epidemiology, Pollution Prevention, Chronic Diseases, Precision Medicine, Treatment Planning, Patient Education And Counseling, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Medical Imaging, Emerging Technologies

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      92 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Peking University

      Health Care and Promotion for Infants and Toddlers

      Skills you'll gain: Pediatrics, Child Health, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Pediatric First Aid, Nutrition and Diet, Nursing Care, Working With Children, Maternal Health, Clinical Nutrition, Primary Care, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Toileting, Health Assessment, Infectious Diseases, Dental Care, Respiratory Care, First Aid

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      تقييم واستحواذ الشركات | Valuing and Acquiring a Business

      Skills you'll gain: Business Valuation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Corporate Strategy, Market Share, Corporate Finance, Financial Analysis, Decision Making, Market Opportunities, Competitive Analysis, Cash Flows

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      نماذج الاستراتيجيات والمؤسسات

      Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Target Market, Organizational Strategy, Business Modeling, Strategic Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Management Consulting, Market Analysis, Business Consulting, Portfolio Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Impacting the Opioid Crisis: Prevention, Education, and Practice for Non-Prescribing Providers

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Education And Counseling, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Preventative Care, Public Health, Pharmacology, Crisis Intervention, Mental and Behavioral Health, Treatment Planning, Care Coordination, Risk Analysis, Motivational Interviewing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    • 更年期综合管理: Peking University
    • 《Health Education and Nursing Practice》(健康教育与护理实践): Peking University
    • Clinical Natural Language Processing: University of Colorado System
    • Aprender a ser cuidador de personas con condiciones crónicas: Universidad Nacional de Colombia
    • Clinical Data Models and Data Quality Assessments: University of Colorado System
    • استخدام الوسائط الرقمية لتعزيز النتائج الصحية: Yale University
    • Advanced Clinical Data Science: University of Colorado System
    • 一堂課讓你認識肺癌(Basic Concepts of Lung Cancer: Diagnosis and Treatment): National Taiwan University
    • Health Care and Promotion for Infants and Toddlers: Peking University
    • تقييم واستحواذ الشركات | Valuing and Acquiring a Business: Alfaisal University | KLD

    Frequently Asked Questions about Dental

    "Learning about dental health can prepare you for numerous jobs in the field, including dentist, dental assistant, periodontist, and orthodontist. A general dentist performs various tasks, such as examining teeth and gums, diagnosing issues, treating cavities, and extracting teeth. A dentist can refer patients to specialists for additional treatment. Dental assistants work alongside dentists and perform more basic tasks, such as prepping equipment and handling patient records.

    A periodontist is a type of dentist who specializes in periodontal disease, a common condition characterized by infected gums. Periodontists perform complex tasks such as removing infected gum tissue, reshaping gums, and adding dental implants. An orthodontist specializes in correcting tooth and jaw alignment issues. The job involves applying braces and other corrective techniques to improve a patient’s oral health."‎

    The dental field might be right for you if you have a passion for helping people, good manual dexterity, and an interest in oral health. you'll be working on patients’ mouths, and blood will be a common sight. You'll need to be very precise and detailed oriented. Most procedures require a delicate, steady hand, as you'll be working with small tools within a small space. You'll also need strong communication skills. Patients as well as coworkers require careful guidance throughout the day. Additionally, many people find dental visits stressful, but your communication skills can put patients at ease.‎

    Online classes will provide you with in-depth knowledge of the dental industry and the various specialized areas of dentistry. you'll learn about oral diseases, how to diagnose them, and how to treat them. Instructors will share their knowledge by posting informative lectures and assigning reading material. Quizzes will follow the lessons to measure your progress.

    Online courses offer a high level of flexibility. You can access the material from your home computer and work on the lessons whenever you want.‎

    Yes, Coursera offers a variety of free courses across many topics, including dental. While you can access most course materials for free by auditing the courses, this does not include graded assignments or a completion certificate. For those looking to obtain a certificate to showcase their learning or enhance their professional profile, Coursera provides the option to purchase the course. Additionally, Coursera offers free trials or financial aid to learners who qualify, making certifications more accessible to everyone.‎

    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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