Courses in mental disorder can help you learn about various types of mental health conditions, diagnostic criteria, and treatment approaches. You can build skills in conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and understanding the impact of mental disorders on individuals and communities. Many courses introduce tools like diagnostic manuals, assessment scales, and therapeutic techniques, providing practical methods for applying your knowledge in real-world settings.

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Diagnostic Tests, Patient Evaluation, Family Medicine, Family Support, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Patient Education And Counseling, Parent Communication, Communication Disorders, Psychological Evaluations, Psychiatric Assessments, Clinical Assessment, Developmental Disabilities, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Infant Care, Disabilities
★ 4.9 (831) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Self-Discipline, Relationship Building, Personal Development, Psychology, Relationship Management, Self-Motivation, Culture, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Diversity, Behavior Management, Decision Making, Goal Setting, Motivational Skills, Social Studies, Sociology, Social Sciences, Interpersonal Communications, Decision Intelligence, Research
★ 4.7 (55) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Child Development, Human Development, Human Learning, Psychological Evaluations, Psychotherapy, Social Sciences, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Learning Theory, Sensory Systems Analysis, Scientific Methods, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving
★ 4.9 (33K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Mental Health, Physiology, Psychology, Scientific Methods, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Chronic Diseases, Immunology
★ 4.9 (13) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Motivational Interviewing, Psychological Evaluations, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health Therapies, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Psychotherapy, Clinical Psychology, Behavior Management, Psychosocial Assessments, Cultural Responsiveness, Mental Health, Diversity Awareness, Behavioral Management, Health Promotion, Psychology, Experimentation, Goal Setting
★ 4.8 (757) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Special Education, School Psychology, Case Studies, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, School Counseling, Teaching, Student Support and Services, Social and Human Services, Mental Health, Preventative Care, Health Education, Health Promotion, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Behavior Management, Positive Behavior Support, Developmental Disabilities, Crisis Intervention, Functional Behavior Assessment, Trauma Care
★ 4.8 (904) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Conflict Management, Safety Culture, Team Leadership, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Training, Stress Management, Organizational Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion, People Management, Rapport Building, Leadership, Diversity Awareness, Leadership and Management, Mental Health, Emotional Intelligence, Employee Engagement, Empathy, Resilience, Communication
★ 4.9 (57) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Substance Abuse, Mental and Behavioral Health, Substance Abuse Counseling, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychiatry, Behavioral Health, Patient Evaluation, Clinical Psychology, Epidemiology, Pharmacology, Mental Health Therapies, Neurology, Demography, Pharmacotherapy, Psychology, Culture
★ 4.9 (87) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Psychotherapy, Mental Health, Mental Health Therapies, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Human Development, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Child Development, Interpersonal Communications, Mindfulness
★ 4.9 (217) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Psychiatry, Mental and Behavioral Health, Pharmacology, Pharmacotherapy, Life Sciences, Neurology, Developmental Disabilities, Psychology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Human Development, Precision Medicine, Disabilities, Child Development, Maternal Health, Nutrition and Diet, Pre-Clinical Development, Molecular Biology, Emerging Technologies, Magnetic Resonance Imaging
★ 4.9 (154) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: Family Support, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Clinical Psychology, School Psychology, Disabilities, Developmental Disabilities, Behavioral Management, Mental Concentration, Psychiatry, Mental and Behavioral Health, Family Therapy, Organizational Skills, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Behavior Management, Psychotherapy, Psychiatric Assessments, Mental Health Therapies, Patient Evaluation, Patient Education And Counseling
★ 4.8 (83) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Trauma Care, Mental Health, Mental Health Therapies, Psychology, Psychotherapy, Rehabilitation, Mental and Behavioral Health, Cultural Sensitivity, Patient Evaluation
★ 4.9 (20) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months