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HealthXcelerate

HealthXcelerate: The Insider's Guide to Health Care is a professional-level online certificate program​ that provides a foundational, 360-degree view of the health care ecosystem.

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Health care organizations face increasing pressure to deliver high-quality, cost-effective care.​ A critical component of success is understanding and addressing patient needs. Traditional training in the health care industry often overlooks the patient perspective and professionals aren’t armed with the knowledge of the health care landscape with a focus on understanding on the patient experience.​

HealthXcelerate: The Insider's Guide to Health Care is an online program from Harvard Medical School designed to cover the foundational topics of the U.S. health care system in a global context. Through a series of engaging, online courses designed for professional learners, you or your team will gain a comprehensive understanding of the patient's place within the broader health care system and be better positioned to meet career and organizational goals. 

We Bring Clarity to Health Care, So You Can Drive Change​

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HealthXcelerate is designed and delivered by Harvard Medical School faculty with industry experts. Participants learn directly from leading minds in academia and industry, gaining nuanced insider knowledge, and the confidence to “speak the language” of health care.

HealthXcelerate courses offer a foundational, 360‑degree view of the health care ecosystem, drawing on the expertise of Harvard Medical School faculty and industry leaders. With a focus on the patient experience, the curriculum explores how the U.S. system compares with those of other countries, how clinical care connects to the broader health care industry, and how patients navigate and influence the system. Learners who complete HealthXcelerate courses build fluency and credibility in communicating key issues, critically assessing barriers to quality and access, and identifying opportunities for leadership and innovation.

HealthXcelerate: Strategy, Policy, and Systems

In addition to the individual courses, learners can join the May 20 start of our Strategy, Policy, and Systems bundle of six courses, which focus on a comprehensive understanding of the U.S. health care system and patient experience.

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All HealthXcelerate Programs

HealthXcelerate: Strategy, Policy, and Systems

  • HealthXcelerate
  • Online; Self-Paced

A six course bundle to build a comprehensive understanding of the U.S. health care system and patient experience.

  • Group Enrollment Option
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Foundations of the U.S. Health Care System

  • HealthXcelerate
  • Online; Self-Paced

Gain an overview of the defining features of the U.S. health care system including structure, financing, and stakeholders.

  • Group Enrollment Option
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Principles and Practice of Health Care Delivery

  • HealthXcelerate
  • Online; Self-Paced

Dive into the structure of the U.S. health care delivery system and uncover the diverse types of care facilities, their primary functions, respective patient goals, and clinical providers through a framework of inpatient, outpatient, and home-based care. 

  • Group Enrollment Option
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Social Determinants of Health

  • HealthXcelerate
  • Online; Self-Paced

Examine how social determinants shape health outcomes for individuals and communities, and delve into various social, economic, and environmental factors that impact health disparities and inequalities.

  • Group Enrollment Option
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Health Care Policy and Economics

  • HealthXcelerate
  • Online; Self-Paced

Examine how health policy is determined and implemented in the U.S. by understanding its effects at the national and state levels, and explore how governments carry out these policies, how stakeholders across the health care system engage with them, and how they influence cost-effectiveness, equity, and access.

  • Group Enrollment Option
  • Start Today

Population Health and Disease Dynamics

  • HealthXcelerate
  • Online; Self-Paced

Explore the interplay between disease and human populations by gaining practical insight into mechanisms for disease control and population health management through worldwide examples, and examine key concepts such as the impact of disease within communities while investigating prevalent chronic conditions in the U.S. and the public health interventions implemented to prevent and manage them.

  • Group Enrollment Option
  • Start Today

Drug Development from Discovery Through Approval

  • HealthXcelerate
  • Online; Self-Paced

Examine the drug discovery and development process by gaining a high-level understanding of the scientific and regulatory frameworks that shape the pharmaceutical landscape, from initial discovery through clinical trials and regulatory approval, and explore the complexities and key decision points that define the drug development lifecycle in the U.S.

  • Group Enrollment Option
  • Start Today

The U.S. Health Insurance System and Health Care Services

  • HealthXcelerate
  • Online; Self-Paced

Explore the intricate dynamics that shape the U.S. health care payer landscape, including the roles of private insurers, government programs such as Medicare and Medicaid, ACA-sponsored state exchanges, and self-pay options. Examine the regulatory frameworks that govern these systems and their impact on patient access and coverage.

  • Group Enrollment Option
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Medical Device Development and Commercialization

  • HealthXcelerate
  • Online; Self-Paced

Examine the structure of the medical device industry, including the major types of devices on the market today, how companies are typically organized, their economics, and the keys to success in the industry.

  • Group Enrollment Option
  • Start Today

Inside Pharma and BioPharma Industries

  • HealthXcelerate
  • Online; Self-Paced

Explore the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical sectors, gaining insights into their organizational frameworks, regulatory environments, and market dynamics.

  • Group Enrollment Option
  • Start Today

Navigating Ethical Issues in Health Care

  • HealthXcelerate
  • Online; Self-Paced

Explore the fundamental principles that guide ethical decision-making within health care environments: patient autonomy, the obligation to do good, the obligation to avoid harm, and justice.

  • Group Enrollment Option
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Global Health Systems

  • HealthXcelerate
  • Online; Self-Paced

Gain a global perspective on health care delivery, financing, and regulation. Explore the historical context, funding mechanisms, and current challenges faced by health systems in both developed and emerging markets.

  • Group Enrollment Option
  • Start Today

Digital Innovations in Health Care

  • HealthXcelerate
  • Online; Self-Paced

Explore digital innovations set to reshape the health care landscape in the U.S. and worldwide. Gain an in-depth understanding of how they will revolutionize health care delivery, enhance patient care, and drive improved clinical outcomes.

  • Group Enrollment Option
  • Start Today

From Our Learners

HealthXcelerate will give you or your team members the tools and knowledge they need to be successful in their roles, whether they are new to the industry, transitioning into new areas of responsibility, or seeking new perspectives.

Franz Miltner, Corporate IT, Boehringer Ingelheim

“HealthXcelerate has helped me gain valuable knowledge about the health care system to better support my colleagues and contribute to improved patient care. With up-to-date content the program allows me to do that at my own pace in an engaging online format.”

What sets HealthXcelerate apart?

Each course weaves in a specific patient journey exemplifying the concept being taught and increasing contextual awareness about the vast health care system. You will experience an engaging online learning experience, including:

  • Narrative animations to deliver impactful stories
  • Interviews with experts from a broad range of fields
  • Brief video lectures from renowned HMS faculty
  • Knowledge check questions to ensure your understanding of key concepts
  • Engaging in interactive activities that cement knowledge

New Skills, New Opportunity

HealthXcelerate is ideal for organizations or teams to complete together to build understanding across units. 

Contact our team to bring thess online courses to your organization and apply this essential learning in support of your goals. 

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