• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Coursera
  • Online Degrees
  • Careers
  • Log In
  • Join for Free
    Coursera
    • Browse
    • Geriatrics

    Geriatrics Courses Online

    Study geriatrics for understanding aging and elderly care. Learn about geriatric medicine, aging processes, and healthcare strategies for older adults.

    Skip to search results

    Filter by

    Subject
    Required
     *

    Language
    Required
     *

    The language used throughout the course, in both instruction and assessments.

    Learning Product
    Required
     *

    Level
    Required
     *

    Duration
    Required
     *

    Skills
    Required
     *

    Subtitles
    Required
     *

    Educator
    Required
     *

    Explore the Geriatrics Course Catalog

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      T

      The State University of New York

      Foundations for Assisting in Home Care

      Skills you'll gain: Developmental Disabilities, Home Health Care, Nutrition and Diet, Geriatrics, Cultural Diversity, Caregiving, Working With Children, Disabilities, Mental and Behavioral Health, Pediatrics, Patient Education And Counseling, Social Skills, Personal Care, Patient Safety

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      640 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      U

      Universiteit Leiden

      Population Health: Health & Health Behaviour

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Education And Counseling, Behavioral Health, Health Technology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Health Care, Chronic Diseases, Health Assessment, Care Management, Telehealth, Program Evaluation

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
      ·
      36 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      R

      Rice University

      Medical Terminology III

      Skills you'll gain: Medical History Documentation, Medical Terminology, Medical Records, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Neurology, Gynecology, Urology, Anatomy, Psychiatry, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      152 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      U

      University of New Mexico

      Curanderismo: Traditional Healing of the Body

      Skills you'll gain: Geriatrics, Orthopedics, Child Health, Physical Therapy, Maternal Health, Preventative Care, Patient Treatment, Patient Evaluation, Cultural Sensitivity, Anatomy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      109 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado System

      Psychosocial and Spiritual Aspects of Palliative Care

      Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Caregiving, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Treatment, Psychosocial Assessments, Interpersonal Communications, Healthcare Ethics, Mental Health, Stress Management, Community and Social Work

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      91 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      U

      University of Geneva

      Global Health: An Interdisciplinary Overview

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Environment and Resource Management, Health Systems, Public Health, International Relations, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Health Care, Socioeconomics, Governance, Medical Science and Research, Political Sciences, Pharmaceuticals, Chronic Diseases, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      491 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      U

      University of Geneva

      Disease Screening in Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Program Evaluation, Geriatrics, Preventative Care, Epidemiology, Maternal Health, Health Disparities, Public Health, Healthcare Ethics, Chronic Diseases, Oncology, Mental Health

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      404 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      U

      University of Copenhagen

      Urbanisation and Health - Promoting Sustainable Solutions

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Health Policy, Community Development, Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Demography, Environmental Issue, Innovation, Pollution Prevention, Environment, Geriatrics, Sociology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      169 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Strategies for Assisted Living Communities during COVID-19

      Skills you'll gain: Home Health Care and Assisted Living, Infection Control, Emergency Response, Laboratory Testing, Mental Health, Community Health, Public Health, Interpersonal Communications, Infectious Diseases, Policy Development, Education and Training

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      268 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Strategies for Senior Housing Communities during COVID-19

      Skills you'll gain: Infection Control, Emergency Response, Nursing Homes, Safety and Security, Public Health, Community Health, Home Health Care and Assisted Living, Mental Health, Risk Management, Health And Safety Standards, Education and Training, Interpersonal Communications

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      154 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      I

      Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

      Transgender Medicine for General Medical Providers

      Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Health, Primary Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Surgery, Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, Pharmacotherapy, General Medicine, Medical Prescription, Gynecology, Urology, Mental Health

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      264 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado System

      Easing Physical Symptoms: It's Not Just Hospice Anymore

      Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Patient Evaluation, Respiratory Care, Caregiving, Stress Management, Health Assessment, Patient Education And Counseling, Chronic Diseases, Patient Treatment, Mental and Behavioral Health, Geriatrics, Nutrition and Diet, Pharmacology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      88 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Geriatrics learners also search

    Health
    Public Health
    Epidemiology
    Advanced Health
    Health Policy
    Health Economics
    Global Health
    Health And Nutrition
    1…78910

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

    • Foundations for Assisting in Home Care: The State University of New York
    • Population Health: Health & Health Behaviour: Universiteit Leiden
    • Medical Terminology III: Rice University
    • Curanderismo: Traditional Healing of the Body: University of New Mexico
    • Psychosocial and Spiritual Aspects of Palliative Care: University of Colorado System
    • Global Health: An Interdisciplinary Overview: University of Geneva
    • Disease Screening in Public Health: University of Geneva
    • Urbanisation and Health - Promoting Sustainable Solutions: University of Copenhagen
    • Strategies for Assisted Living Communities during COVID-19: Johns Hopkins University
    • Strategies for Senior Housing Communities during COVID-19: Johns Hopkins University

    Other topics to explore

    Arts and Humanities
    338 courses
    Business
    1095 courses
    Computer Science
    668 courses
    Data Science
    425 courses
    Information Technology
    145 courses
    Health
    471 courses
    Math and Logic
    70 courses
    Personal Development
    137 courses
    Physical Science and Engineering
    413 courses
    Social Sciences
    401 courses
    Language Learning
    150 courses

    Coursera Footer

    Technical Skills

    • ChatGPT
    • Coding
    • Computer Science
    • Cybersecurity
    • DevOps
    • Ethical Hacking
    • Generative AI
    • Java Programming
    • Python
    • Web Development

    Analytical Skills

    • Artificial Intelligence
    • Big Data
    • Business Analysis
    • Data Analytics
    • Data Science
    • Financial Modeling
    • Machine Learning
    • Microsoft Excel
    • Microsoft Power BI
    • SQL

    Business Skills

    • Accounting
    • Digital Marketing
    • E-commerce
    • Finance
    • Google
    • Graphic Design
    • IBM
    • Marketing
    • Project Management
    • Social Media Marketing

    Career Resources

    • Essential IT Certifications
    • High-Income Skills to Learn
    • How to Get a PMP Certification
    • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
    • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
    • Popular Data Analytics Certifications
    • What Does a Data Analyst Do?
    • Career Development Resources
    • Career Aptitude Test
    • Share your Coursera Learning Story

    Coursera

    • About
    • What We Offer
    • Leadership
    • Careers
    • Catalog
    • Coursera Plus
    • Professional Certificates
    • MasterTrack® Certificates
    • Degrees
    • For Enterprise
    • For Government
    • For Campus
    • Become a Partner
    • Social Impact
    • Free Courses
    • ECTS Credit Recommendations

    Community

    • Learners
    • Partners
    • Beta Testers
    • Blog
    • The Coursera Podcast
    • Tech Blog

    More

    • Press
    • Investors
    • Terms
    • Privacy
    • Help
    • Accessibility
    • Contact
    • Articles
    • Directory
    • Affiliates
    • Modern Slavery Statement
    • Manage Cookie Preferences
    Learn Anywhere
    Download on the App Store
    Get it on Google Play
    Logo of Certified B Corporation
    © 2025 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
    • Coursera Facebook
    • Coursera Linkedin
    • Coursera Twitter
    • Coursera YouTube
    • Coursera Instagram
    • Coursera TikTok