• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
​
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Counseling

Counseling Courses

Counseling courses can help you learn active listening, empathy, conflict resolution, and effective communication techniques. You can build skills in assessing client needs, developing treatment plans, and implementing therapeutic interventions. Many courses introduce tools such as cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques, motivational interviewing strategies, and assessment instruments that enhance your ability to support clients in various settings.


Popular Counseling Courses and Certifications


  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    M

    MedCerts

    Pharmacy Syringes, Compounding Medications, & Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Pharmacy Operations, Patient-centered Care, Medication Administration, Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Health And Safety Standards, Endocrinology

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Kids with Cancer Still Need School: The Providers Role

    Skills you'll gain: Parent Communication, Advocacy, Patient Education and Support, Patient Education And Counseling, Oncology, Special Education, Working With Children, Education and Training, Neurology

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    G

    Goodwill Industries International

    The New Digital Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Cultural Responsiveness, Community Outreach, Active Listening, Cultural Diversity, Rapport Building, Professional Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Communication, Adaptability, Needs Assessment

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    I

    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Responsible Medication Prescribing for Older Adults

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Interaction, Medication Therapy Management, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Prescription, Geriatrics, Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Care Management, Care Coordination, Patient Safety, Patient Evaluation, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    33 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    S

    Stanford University

    Teaching LGBTQ+ Health

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Education And Counseling, Health Disparities, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Health Equity, Instructing, Health Education, Education and Training, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Care, Health Assessment, Community Health, Interactive Learning, Behavioral Health, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Patient Communication, Cultural Responsiveness, Medical Terminology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    24 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    A

    American Council on Exercise

    Intro to Personal Training: A Career Starter Course

    Skills you'll gain: Selling Techniques, Exercise Science, Sales, Goal Setting, Health And Wellness Coaching, Customer Retention, Smart Goals, Nutrition and Diet, Consultative Selling, Customer Acquisition Management, Patient Education And Counseling, Workplace inclusivity, Motivational Interviewing, Patient Communication, Safety Training, Kinesiology, Active Listening, Performance Measurement, Health Education, Injury Prevention

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    ·
    20 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    G

    Goodwill Industries International

    Building Your Community Resources

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Training Programs, Relationship Building, Community Development, Community Outreach, Curriculum Planning, Needs Assessment, Program Evaluation, Planning, Collaboration, Resourcefulness, Data Mapping, Cultural Sensitivity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    C

    Coursera

    Nursing Fundamentals: Skills for Patient Care Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Nursing Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Nursing Process, Clinical Assessment, Basic Nursing Skills, Health Assessment, Patient Safety, Care Management, Patient-centered Care, Communication, Infection Control, Prioritization, Collaboration, Project Documentation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    N

    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Nutrition and Medical Weight Loss

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Nutrition Therapy, Nutritional Assessment, Nutrition and Diet, Medical Devices, Nutrition Counseling, Clinical Nutrition, Surgery, General Surgery, Medical Practices and Procedures, General Medical Tests and Procedures

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    N

    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Protein Intake for Vegan Diets

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Meal Planning And Preparation, Nutrition Education, Nutrition Counseling, Nutritional Assessment, Sports Medicine

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Exploración centrada en el paciente

    Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Chronic Diseases, Patient-centered Care, Care Management, Health Care, Health Assessment, Healthcare Ethics, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Communication, Medical Privacy, Regulatory Compliance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    L

    Lecturio

    Cardiovascular Disorders: Medical-Surgical Nursing

    Skills you'll gain: Cardiac Surgery, Patient Education And Counseling, Cardiology, Medical Surgical Nursing, Electocardiography, Cardiac Dysrhythmia, Nursing Care, Perioperative Care, Diagnostic Tests, Hemodynamics, Nursing Process, Blood Pressure, Clinical Assessment, Physiology, Anatomy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Searches related to counseling

counseling psychology
counseling courses
counseling techniques
counseling theories
counseling free
career counseling
school counseling
mental health counseling
1…141516…23

In summary, here are 10 of our most popular counseling courses

  • Pharmacy Syringes, Compounding Medications, & Communication: MedCerts
  • Kids with Cancer Still Need School: The Providers Role: Johns Hopkins University
  • The New Digital Workplace: Goodwill Industries International
  • Responsible Medication Prescribing for Older Adults: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • Teaching LGBTQ+ Health: Stanford University
  • Intro to Personal Training: A Career Starter Course: American Council on Exercise
  • Building Your Community Resources: Goodwill Industries International
  • Nursing Fundamentals: Skills for Patient Care Excellence: Coursera
  • Nutrition and Medical Weight Loss: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Protein Intake for Vegan Diets: National Academy of Sports Medicine

Other topics to explore

Arts and Humanities
338 courses
Business
1095 courses
Computer Science
668 courses
Data Science
425 courses
Information Technology
145 courses
Health
471 courses
Math and Logic
70 courses
Personal Development
137 courses
Physical Science and Engineering
413 courses
Social Sciences
401 courses
Language Learning
150 courses

Coursera Footer

Skills

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • English Speaking
  • Generative AI (GenAI)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • Project Management
  • Python

Certificates & Programs

  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM Data Analyst Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Machine Learning Certificate
  • Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Certificate
  • UI / UX Design Certificate

Industries & Careers

  • Business
  • Computer Science
  • Data Science
  • Education & Teaching
  • Engineering
  • Finance
  • Healthcare
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Information Technology (IT)
  • Marketing

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • Examples of Strengths and Weaknesses for Job Interviews
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How Does Cryptocurrency Work?
  • How to Highlight Duplicates in Google Sheets
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
  • Preparing for the PMP Certification
  • Signs You Will Get the Job After an Interview
  • What Is Artificial Intelligence?

Coursera

  • About
  • What We Offer
  • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Catalog
  • Coursera Plus
  • Professional Certificates
  • MasterTrack® Certificates
  • Degrees
  • For Enterprise
  • For Government
  • For Campus
  • Become a Partner
  • Social Impact
  • Free Courses
  • Share your Coursera learning story

Community

  • Learners
  • Partners
  • Beta Testers
  • Blog
  • The Coursera Podcast
  • Tech Blog

More

  • Press
  • Investors
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Help
  • Accessibility
  • Contact
  • Articles
  • Directory
  • Affiliates
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Do Not Sell/Share
Learn Anywhere
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Logo of Certified B Corporation
© 2026 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Coursera Facebook
  • Coursera Linkedin
  • Coursera Twitter
  • Coursera YouTube
  • Coursera Instagram
  • Coursera TikTok