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      University of Toronto

      Understanding and Managing the Stresses of Police Work

      Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Active Listening, Stress Management, De-escalation Techniques, Personal Development, Resilience, Biology, Self-Awareness, Cognitive flexibility, Persistence, Communication Strategies

      4.8
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      Anatomy & Physiology: Filtration and Reproduction

      Skills you'll gain: Urology, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Nephrology, Anatomy, Gynecology, Maternal Health, Biology, Pathology

      5
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Charles Darwin: El origen del evolucionismo moderno

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, European History, Higher Education, Taxonomy, Scientific Methods

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidade Estadual de Campinas

      Cosmetologia em prol do envelhecimento com saúde e beleza

      Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Testing, Patient Evaluation, Product Testing, Personal Care, Biology, Chemistry, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Preventative Care, Product Development, Safety Assurance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      235 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Peking University

      生物信息学: 导论与方法

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Markov Model, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biology, Big Data, Data Mining, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Methods, Predictive Analytics, Data Analysis Software, Algorithms, Database Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      189 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      The University of Hong Kong

      Materials in Oral Health

      Skills you'll gain: Oral and Dental Care, Dentistry, Dental Care, Oral Health, Laboratory Testing, Chemistry, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Medical Equipment and Technology, Health Technology, Computer-Aided Design, 3D Modeling, Engineering, Medical Imaging

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      516 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Imperial College London

      Foundations in Virology and Vaccinology

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Epidemiology, Public Health, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Preventative Care, Community Health, Medical Science and Research, Pharmaceuticals, Pathology, Laboratory Research, Pharmacology, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Biology, Medical History Documentation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      64 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Rice University

      Anatomy & Physiology: Exchange and Energy

      Skills you'll gain: Respiration, Pulmonology, Respiratory Care, Respiratory Therapy, Anatomy, Pathology, Chronic Diseases, Internal Medicine, Biology, Nutrition and Diet, Biochemistry

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Toronto

      Plant Bioinformatics

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Visualization, Bioinformatics, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Network Analysis, Data Mining, Analysis, Databases, Text Mining

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      249 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      History of Medical Cannabis

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Pharmacology, Pharmaceuticals, Medical Prescription, Health Policy, Research Design, Pharmacotherapy, Legal Research, Medical Science and Research, Patient Safety, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Clinical Research, Medical History Documentation, Biology, Risk Analysis, Epidemiology, Public Health, Neurology, Ancient History, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      333 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Florida

      Science of Training Young Athletes Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Injury Prevention, Biology, Mechanics, Anatomy, Systems Of Measurement

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      114 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidade de São Paulo

      Compreendendo o Zika e doenças emergentes

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Microbiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Maternal Health, Biology, Child Health, Environmental Issue, Molecular Biology, Preventative Care, Neurology

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      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      245 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Understanding and Managing the Stresses of Police Work: University of Toronto
    • Anatomy & Physiology: Filtration and Reproduction: Rice University
    • Charles Darwin: El origen del evolucionismo moderno: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Cosmetologia em prol do envelhecimento com saúde e beleza: Universidade Estadual de Campinas
    • 生物信息学: 导论与方法: Peking University
    • Materials in Oral Health: The University of Hong Kong
    • Foundations in Virology and Vaccinology: Imperial College London
    • Anatomy & Physiology: Exchange and Energy: Rice University
    • Plant Bioinformatics: University of Toronto
    • History of Medical Cannabis: University of Colorado Boulder

    Why Learn Biology?

    Biology is the study of living organisms, from cells and genetics to ecosystems and evolution. It forms the foundation for careers in healthcare, research, biotechnology, and environmental science. Learning biology helps you explore how life works and builds a deeper understanding of the natural world and your place within it.

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