Course Overview

The endocrine system controls body activities by releasing mediator molecules called hormones. Having great understanding of the endocrine system sharpens your knowledge in understanding the pathogenesis of endocrine diseases and understanding of internal medicine at large. This course gives you a clear concept of endocrine system physiology and hormones produced by each gland together with their effects on the body.

Course requirements

The course is designed for a broad, general audience but will be particularly interesting for medical students and healthcare workers with a background of nursing, medicine.

The course is also suitable for holders of other medical sciences and individuals working in healthcare,as well as those considering a career as a healthcare professional, those with an interest in personal health and fitness, or anyone who simply wants to understand this amazing topic.

What you'll learn

• Introduction to endocrine system
• Endocrine hormones
• Hypothalamus and pituitary gland
• Thyroid gland
• Parathyroid Glands
• The adrenal gland
• The pancreas
• Ovaries, Testes, Pineal gland, Thymus Gland, Eicosanoids and Growth Factors