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Psychology in Healthcare

Run by University of Padova

OnlineOnline (global)4 weeks, 3 hours per weekAudit at no cost (limited to 4 weeks); certificate paid ($144 one-off upgrade, or FutureLearn Unlimited)OpenLow effort

About this opportunity

<p>A four-week online course from the University of Padova introducing health psychology – how psychological processes shape both patient experience and the work of caregivers. Learners move from definitions of health and illness to coping with disease, breaking bad news, and building effective health interventions.</p><ul><li>Duration: 4 weeks, 3 hours of study per week</li><li>Lead educator: Claudio Gentili, Professor of Clinical Psychology at the University of Padova</li><li>Format: fully online, self-paced with peer discussion on each step</li><li>Free to join; optional paid upgrade for a Certificate of Achievement</li><li>Designed for psychology students, policymakers, healthcare workers, patients, and carers</li></ul><p>Available now – learners can start straight away and join the global cohort through the course page.</p>

Who can apply

Open to psychology students seeking an introduction to health psychology, policymakers interested in healthcare, and patients or carers. No prior study required.

How to apply

Join the course on FutureLearn and start straight away. The free option gives 4 weeks of access, without tests or a certificate.

What you get

Certificate

Frequently asked

Who runs this?+

Run by University of Padova.

Who can apply?+

Open to psychology students seeking an introduction to health psychology, policymakers interested in healthcare, and patients or carers. No prior study required.

Is it paid?+

Cost: Audit at no cost (limited to 4 weeks); certificate paid ($144 one-off upgrade, or FutureLearn Unlimited).

How do I apply?+

Join the course on FutureLearn and start straight away.

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Last verified 27 September 2026·Updated 29 September 2026