Biostatistics in Public Health

This specialization is intended for public health and healthcare professionals, researchers, data analysts, social workers, and others who need a comprehensive concepts-centric biostatistics primer. Those who complete the specialization will be able to read and respond to the scientific literature, including the Methods and Results sections, in public health, medicine, biological science, and related fields. Successful learners will also be prepared to participate as part of a research team

• Calculate summary statistics from public health and biomedical data
• Interpret written and visual presentations of statistical data
• Evaluate and interpret results of various regression methods
• Choose the most appropriate statistical method to answer your research question

• No deep prior experience is required, but basic computer and internet skills are helpful
• Ability to read course instructions in English and complete short practice activities