Brief Introduction
Discover how to conduct and evaluate healthcare research, and use your findings to inform best practice and guidelines.Course Summary
Learn how to conduct research in the healthcare field and gain insights into evidence-based practice with this comprehensive online course.Key Learning Points
- Understand the importance of research in healthcare and how to conduct it effectively
- Explore different research methods and designs to suit your research question
- Develop the skills to critically appraise healthcare research findings
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the importance of research in healthcare
- Develop an understanding of research methods and designs
- Learn to critically appraise healthcare research findings
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- No prior experience in healthcare research required
- Basic understanding of healthcare systems and terminology
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
- Interactive
Similar Courses
- Introduction to Epidemiology
- Clinical Data Science
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Founder of Evidence-Based Medicine
- Professor of Evidence-Based Medicine
Related Books
Requirements
- This course is designed for healthcare workers working at all levels and across all disciplines. It will give you the opportunity to develop or advance your skills in healthcare research, and get a taste of what studying an online MSc in Nursing would be like. Please note that the individuals detailed in the ‘Who will you learn with?’ section below, are current staff members and may be subject to change.
Knowledge
- How research relates to practiceHow our assumptions shape researchDeveloping researchable questionsThe research processResearch governancePrinciples of ethics
Summary of User Reviews
Get an in-depth understanding of healthcare research with this comprehensive course from FutureLearn. Students have praised the course for its engaging content and knowledgeable instructors. One key aspect that many users thought was good is the practical application of research methods taught in the course.Pros from User Reviews
- Engaging content
- Knowledgeable instructors
- Practical application of research methods
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course material to be too advanced
- Limited interaction with instructors
- No certificate of completion offered for free version
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