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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


  • C

    Case Western Reserve University

    Conversations That Inspire: Coaching Learning, Leadership and Change

    Skills you'll gain: Coaching, Empathy, Employee Coaching, Compassion, Leadership Development, Rapport Building, Culture Transformation, People Development, Active Listening, Emotional Intelligence, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Development, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Organizational Change, Leadership, Relationship Building, Change Management, Neurology, Self-Motivation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    392 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Primeros Auxilios Psicológicos (PAP)

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Intervention, Pediatric First Aid, Stress First Aid, Emergency Response, First Aid, Emergency Services, Stress Management, Disabilities, Trauma Care, Mental Health, Family Support, Developmental Disabilities, Psychology, Working With Children, Child Development, Social Work

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of North Texas

    Pathways to Civic Engagement

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Disabilities, Team Collaboration, Community Organizing, Community Development, Immigration Law, Community Outreach, Intercultural Competence, Social Impact, Community and Social Work, Cultural Sensitivity, Social and Human Services, Socioeconomics, Human Services, Social Work, Developmental Disabilities, Social Justice, Interpersonal Communications, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Sobrevive a tu doctorado con salud y éxito

    Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Time Management, Mindfulness, Prioritization, Meditation & Breathwork, Positivity, Stress Management, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Optimism, Communication, Overcoming Obstacles, Resilience, Communication Strategies, Student Support and Services, Self-Awareness, Adaptability, Mental Health, Dealing With Ambiguity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IESE Business School

    Career Path Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, Trend Analysis, Sales, Market Trend, LinkedIn, Spreadsheet Software, Business Marketing, Marketing, Adaptability, General Networking

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    20 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Entendiendo la depresión a lo largo del ciclo vital

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Psychiatry, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Pediatrics, Psychotherapy, Mental Health Therapies, Patient Treatment, Pharmacotherapy, Chronic Diseases, Psychosocial Assessments, Psychiatric Assessments, Child Development, Working With Children, Precision Medicine, Psychological Evaluations, Public Health, Patient Evaluation, Clinical Assessment

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    156 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    SAE Institute México

    Bulletproof 3. Communication Surgery

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Empathy, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Non-Verbal Communication, Social Skills, Communication, Resilience, Composure, Overcoming Obstacles

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Personality Development & Self Growth

    Skills you'll gain: Tenacity, Persistence, Personal Attributes, Persona Development, Personal Development, Human Development, Self-Awareness, Case Studies, Emotional Intelligence, Psychosocial Assessments, Resilience, Empowerment, Growth Mindedness, Lifelong Learning, Psychological Evaluations, Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Social Sciences, Sociology, Adaptability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    35 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Psicología de la salud

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Oncology, Health Education, Health Promotion, Behavioral Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychosocial Assessments, Mental Health, Preventative Care, Chronic Diseases, Psychology, Exercise Science, Patient Education and Support, Neurology, Endocrinology, Immunology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    97 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Science and Technology of China

    职场修炼:学习、创新、协作与自我实现

    Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Productivity, Ideation, Problem Solving, Innovation, Adult Education, Lifelong Learning, Creativity, Productivity Software, Quick Learning, Learning Strategies, Operational Efficiency, Workflow Management, Collaboration, Adaptability, Personal Development, Willingness To Learn, Self-Awareness

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    130 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • A

    American Psychological Association

    Mental Health Essentials: Mood, Eating, Sleep, and Stress

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health, Mental Health Therapies, Psychological Evaluations, Behavioral Health, Clinical Psychology, Nutrition and Diet, Patient Evaluation, Culture, Cultural Sensitivity, Psychosocial Assessments, Chronic Diseases, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Promotion, Immunology, Crisis Intervention, Health Education, Science and Research, Patient Treatment

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    92 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • A

    American Council on Exercise

    Professional Conduct and Establishing a Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Coaching, Health And Wellness Coaching, Social Determinants Of Health, Medical Privacy, Legal Risk, Diversity and Inclusion, Record Keeping, Health Information Management, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Promotion, Insurance, Emergency Response, Professionalism, Insurance Policies, Marketing, Practice Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Promotional Strategies, Business Marketing, Business Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Conversations That Inspire: Coaching Learning, Leadership and Change: Case Western Reserve University
  • Primeros Auxilios Psicológicos (PAP): Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Pathways to Civic Engagement: University of North Texas
  • Sobrevive a tu doctorado con salud y éxito: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Career Path Essentials: IESE Business School
  • Entendiendo la depresión a lo largo del ciclo vital: Universidad de los Andes
  • Bulletproof 3. Communication Surgery: SAE Institute México
  • Personality Development & Self Growth: EDUCBA
  • Psicología de la salud: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • 职场修炼:学习、创新、协作与自我实现: University of Science and Technology of China

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