About This Course
The Instructor
This course is developed and taught by a PMP and ACP certified professional with deep expertise in healthcare research methodology, evidence-based practice, and health education. With years of experience bridging the gap between academic research and professional practice, the instructor brings a practitioner-centered perspective to every lesson.
Professional Credentials
- PMP (Project Management Professional) — certified by the Project Management Institute, demonstrating expertise in structured project delivery, research planning, and quality management frameworks applicable to healthcare research design.
- ACP (Agile Certified Practitioner) — certified by the Project Management Institute, reflecting expertise in adaptive, iterative approaches to complex project management and curriculum development.
Areas of Expertise
- Healthcare research methodology and evidence-based practice
- Quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research design
- Research ethics and institutional review board processes
- Health education curriculum development and instructional design
- Data analysis, research communication, and scholarly dissemination
The course is designed to meet learners where they are — whether you are a nursing student encountering research methods for the first time, a public health professional looking to sharpen your analytical skills, or an aspiring researcher preparing for graduate-level work. Each module is structured to build knowledge progressively while remaining accessible to professionals with varying levels of research experience.
About This Study Guide
The Healthcare Theory & Research Course is a free, self-paced video course consisting of 163 lessons organized across 8 weeks. The curriculum covers the full spectrum of healthcare research — from foundational concepts and philosophical underpinnings through quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research, to research communication, ethics, and professional development.
Each video lesson is accompanied by a written study guide article that expands on the concepts presented in the video. These companion articles include key topic summaries, frequently asked questions, and links to related lessons throughout the course. Together, the videos and study guides provide a comprehensive learning experience that supports multiple study styles.
The course format emphasizes self-paced, remote learning with micro-lectures, reflective assignments, and skill-building activities. Learners are encouraged to engage actively with the material by connecting course concepts to their own professional practice areas.
Course Structure
- Week 1: Research Foundations — paradigms, theory, philosophy, and evidence hierarchies
- Week 2: Research Ethics & Literature — ethics, IRB, literature reviews, and research questions
- Week 3: Quantitative Research Methods — experimental, quasi-experimental, and observational designs
- Week 4: Qualitative Research Methods — phenomenology, ethnography, grounded theory, and trustworthiness
- Week 5: Mixed Methods Research — design types, integration strategies, and quality assessment
- Week 6: Research Communication — media literacy, data visualization, presentations, and portfolios
- Week 7: Values, Trust & Ethics — research integrity, purpose-driven research, and collaborative ethics
- Week 8: Presentations & Course Wrap-Up — final projects, professional development, and lifelong learning
About Subthesis
This course is a resource developed by Subthesis, an organization dedicated to creating accessible educational tools and resources for professional development in public health and health education. Subthesis builds learning platforms that make complex research concepts approachable and applicable to real-world practice.
To explore additional professional development courses, tools, and resources, visit subthesis.com.
Disclaimer
This course is an independent educational resource. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any professional certification body, university, or government agency. The content provided is for educational purposes only and should not be construed as professional medical, legal, or clinical advice. Learners should consult qualified professionals for guidance specific to their practice area.