Professional Certificate in Biostatistics: Statistical Inference
-- viewing nowThe Professional Certificate in Biostatistics: Statistical Inference is a course designed to equip learners with essential skills in biostatistics, a field in high industry demand. This program covers fundamental concepts in statistical inference, including hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, and regression analysis.
5,516+
Students enrolled
GBP £ 140
GBP £ 202
Save 44% with our special offer
About this course
100% online
Learn from anywhere
Shareable certificate
Add to your LinkedIn profile
2 months to complete
at 2-3 hours a week
Start anytime
No waiting period
Course Details
• Introduction to Biostatistics: Basic concepts, importance, and applications in public health and medicine.
• Descriptive Statistics: Measures of central tendency, dispersion, and association; data visualization.
• Probability Theory: Definitions, axioms, and rules; conditional probability, independence, and Bayes' theorem.
• Statistical Inference: Hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, and p-values.
• Parametric Methods: t-tests, analysis of variance (ANOVA), and linear regression.
• Nonparametric Methods: Mann-Whitney U test, Wilcoxon signed-rank test, and Kruskal-Wallis test.
• Survival Analysis: Kaplan-Meier curves, Cox regression, and hazard functions.
• Multivariate Analysis: Principal component analysis, factor analysis, and multiple regression.
• Sample Size Calculations: Power, effect size, and precision; clinical trials and observational studies.
• Statistical Software: R, SAS, and STATA for biostatistical analysis.
Career Path
Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
Course Status
This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
Why people choose us for their career
Loading reviews...
Frequently Asked Questions
Course fee
- 3-4 hours per week
- Early certificate delivery
- Open enrollment - start anytime
- 2-3 hours per week
- Regular certificate delivery
- Open enrollment - start anytime
- Full course access
- Digital certificate
- Course materials
Get course information
Earn a career certificate