Infectious disease courses can help you learn epidemiology, infection control methods, and the biology of pathogens. You can build skills in outbreak investigation, data analysis, and public health communication. Many courses introduce tools like statistical software for analyzing disease trends and modeling software for predicting outbreaks, that support applying your knowledge in real-world health scenarios.

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Feature Engineering, Model Evaluation, Bioinformatics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Random Forest Algorithm, Pandas (Python Package), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Applied Machine Learning, Data Manipulation, Data Processing, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Cleansing, Model Optimization, Keras (Neural Network Library), Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Transformation, Model Training, Machine Learning, Data Science
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Health Systems, Health Policy, Public Health, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Simulations, Systems Analysis, Data Analysis Software
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Nutrition and Diet, Social Determinants Of Health, Sustainability Standards, Environment Health And Safety, Environment, Health Assessment, Epidemiology, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Science, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Climate Change Mitigation, Product Lifecycle Management, Systems Of Measurement, Problem Solving
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Infection Control, Epidemiology, Interviewing Skills, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Medical Privacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Rapport Building, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Interpersonal Communications, Investigation, Health Technology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Pharmacy Operations, Pharmaceuticals, Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Healthcare Ethics, Medication Dispensation, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Pharmacotherapy, Clinical Pharmacy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Infectious Diseases, Life Support, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Emergency Response, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Bloodborne Pathogens, Public Health, Information Privacy
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Health Policy, Governance, Health Systems, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, International Finance, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Safety and National Security, Philanthropy, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Epidemiology, Data Collection, Research Methodologies, Research, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Medical Science and Research, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Cell Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Life Sciences, Physiology, Biochemistry, Biology, Medical Science and Research, Bioinformatics, Mathematical Modeling, Electrophysiology, Systems Analysis, Laboratory Research, Simulations, Simulation and Simulation Software
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Skills you'll gain: Quantitative Research, Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Laboratory Research, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Laboratory Techniques, Laboratory Procedures, Mathematical Modeling
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad Nacional de Colombia
Skills you'll gain: Infection Control, Sterilization, Pharmacology, Pharmacotherapy, Hand Hygiene, Equipment decontamination, Medication Therapy Management, Medical Prescription, Wound Care, Hospital Medicine, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Medication Administration, Infectious Diseases, Operating Room (OR), Utilization Management, Diagnostic Tests, Microbiology, Pulmonology, Cleanliness, Patient Evaluation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Princeton University
Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Systems Thinking, World History, International Relations, Risk Management, Systems Analysis, Social Network Analysis, International Finance, Financial Systems, Infectious Diseases, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Governance, Epidemiology, Crisis Management, Complex Problem Solving, Economics, Supply Chain
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Emory University
Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Substance Abuse, Public Health, International Relations, Diplomacy, Cultural Diversity, Mental Health, Sociology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Media and Communications, Community Health, Trauma Care, Child Welfare, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months