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Discover a vast collection of high-quality courses on essential health topics. The WHO Academy provides top-tier courses designed by learning experts, along with numerous additional offerings from globally recognized health organizations, all verified for excellence!

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19 October 2026

Departmental update

One in four doctors nearing retirement age as WHO warns of global health workforce gap

30 September 2026

Departmental update

The WHO Academy expands multilingual learning to advance equitable access

22 September 2026

Departmental update

WHO launches new e-learning course on behavioural sciences for better health

21 September 2026

Departmental update

WHO launches new primary health care course to strengthen health systems globally

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The WHO Academy annual report 2025 documents a year of significant growth and transformation in lifelong learning for health, highlighting expanded access...

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WHO Academy quality standards: leading lifelong learning for a healthier world

The WHO Academy serves as a transformative force in global health education, dedicated to empowering health professionals, policymakers, and public health...

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National health workforce accounts: health workforce levels and trends 2026

This report presents the 2026 edition of the National Health Workforce Accounts (NHWA) series, providing an overview of the status of NHWA implementation...

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Competency frameworks and standards for digital health: a landscape analysis

This report analyses the landscape of digital health competency frameworks and standards developed to strengthen health workforce education and practice...

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