Completing this short course on the Healthcare Industry will equip learners with a thorough understanding of its evolution, current landscape, and future opportunities. By engaging with structured video-based content, participants will not only grasp the breadth of key healthcare sectors and the distinctions between public and private healthcare systems but also gain insights into crucial aspects like diverse career pathways, emerging technologies, and the major challenges facing the industry today.
Introduction to the Healthcare Industry
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level
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3 hours to complete
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What you'll learn
Understand the evolution, structure, and key sectors of the UK healthcare industry, including public vs. private models and NHS principles.
Explore diverse healthcare roles, educational requirements, and practical guidance for entering the UK healthcare workforce.
Discover how emerging technologies are reshaping healthcare, major industry challenges, and why diversity and inclusion matter for patient outcomes.
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October 2025
Assessments
3 assignments
Taught in English
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"Introduction to the Healthcare Industry" is a short course that provides an in-depth overview of the dynamic and evolving field of healthcare. Delivered primarily through engaging video content supplemented by additional learning materials, this course is ideal for individuals considering a career in healthcare, professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge, and anyone interested in understanding the complexities of healthcare systems.
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9 videos2 readings3 assignments2 discussion prompts
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