Free Online Antimicrobial Resistance Courses & MOOCs

Coursera

Universidad Nacional de Colombia

Uso prudente de antimicrobianos en el entorno hospitalario (Coursera)

Health & Society

Este curso online está diseñado para capacitarte en el uso prudente y seguro de antimicrobianos dentro del entorno hospitalario. Aprenderás a minimizar los riesgos asociados con la resistencia a los antibióticos, un problema global que afecta gravemente la salud pública. Te brindaremos conocimientos prácticos para aplicar en tu rutina diaria como profesional de la salud.

Aug 31st 2026

5-12 Weeks

Health Infections Antimicrobial

Coursera

Technical University of Denmark - DTU

Antimicrobial resistance - theory and methods (Coursera)

Sci: Biology & Life Sciences Medicine & Pharmacology

Explore the critical issue of Antimicrobial Resistance with our online course. Gain insights into the theory behind resistance development, understand its implications, and learn practical methods for detecting and managing antimicrobial resistance in a laboratory setting. This comprehensive course is designed for those interested in healthcare, microbiology, and public health.

Aug 24th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Health Biology Microbiology

Coursera

University of Geneva

Global Health at the Human-Animal-Ecosystem Interface (Coursera)

Health & Society Medicine & Pharmacology

Discover how human, animal, and ecosystem interactions impact global health in this enlightening online course. Delve into topics such as zoonotic infections, antimicrobial resistance, and neglected tropical diseases with experts from the University of Geneva, Institute Pasteur, University of Montreal, and Centre Virchow-Villermé/University Paris Descartes.

Aug 24th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Health Interface Veterinary

Coursera

University of Amsterdam

The Social Dimensions of Antimicrobial Resistance (Coursera)

Social Sciences

Dive into 'The Social Dimensions of Antimicrobial Resistance' - an insightful course that unravels the intricate relationship between society and antimicrobial resistance (AMR). This course will equip you with a deep understanding of how social factors contribute to AMR, and empower you with strategies to mitigate its impact on public health.

Aug 24th 2026

4 Weeks

Social Sciences Governance Antimicrobial Resistance

Coursera

Stanford University

Antibiotic Stewardship (Coursera)

Health & Society

This video-based course introduces you to the fundamentals of Antibiotic Stewardship, a critical approach to managing antibiotics responsibly. You'll learn how to apply best practices for treating common infections, reduce inappropriate antibiotic usage, and contribute to preventing antibiotic resistance. By the end of this course, you will be equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to establish and maintain an effective antimicrobial stewardship program.

Aug 17th 2026

4 Weeks

Health Antibiotics Public Health

Coursera

Technical University of Denmark - DTU

Whole genome sequencing of bacterial genomes - tools and applications (Coursera)

Sci: Biology & Life Sciences Medicine & Pharmacology

Dive into the transformative world of Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) for bacterial genomes through this in-depth online course. Gain a thorough understanding of WGS technology, its critical applications, and the bioinformatic tools necessary to analyze and interpret genomic data effectively. This course is designed for professionals seeking to stay ahead in medical research, diagnostics, and public health sectors.

Aug 10th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Health Microbiology Clinical

FutureLearn

University of Dundee,British Society for Antimicrobial Chemotherapy - BSAC

Optimización del uso de antimicrobianos: Gestión de la resistencia a los antimicrobianos (FutureLearn)

Health & Society

Sumérgete en un curso especializado que te enseñará a utilizar los antimicrobianos de manera segura y efectiva, reduciendo así la resistencia a estos fármacos. Este curso está diseñado específicamente para profesionales de la salud y se enfoca en las prácticas actuales de administración antimicrobiana.

Self Paced

5-12 Weeks

Antibiotics Antimicrobial Antibiotic Resistance

FutureLearn

University of East Anglia

Using Infection Control to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance (FutureLearn)

Engineering Health & Society

Explore the critical role of infection control in health and social care settings with this comprehensive online course. Learn how to effectively prevent infectious diseases, understand their transmission, and contribute to global efforts against antimicrobial resistance. Gain practical insights into implementing effective infection control measures that can save lives and reduce healthcare costs.

Self Paced

3 Weeks

Health Healthcare Infection

FutureLearn

British Society for Antimicrobial Chemotherapy - BSAC,TARGET

TARGET Antibiotics – Prescribing in Primary Care (FutureLearn)

Health & Society Medicine & Pharmacology

Join our online course, TARGET Antibiotics – Prescribing in Primary Care, designed for healthcare professionals aiming to optimize antibiotic use and combat antimicrobial resistance. This course will equip you with practical strategies for prescribing antibiotics more effectively in primary care settings, ensuring patient safety and adherence while minimizing the risk of resistance development.

Self Paced

5-12 Weeks

Health Antibiotics Public Health