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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


  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Opioid Epidemic: From Evidence to Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Substance Abuse, Pain Management, Medical Prescription, Medication Dispensation, Managed Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Substance Abuse Counseling, Chronic Diseases, Epidemiology, Injury Prevention, Medication Therapy Management, Mental and Behavioral Health, Pharmacotherapy, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Engineering Design Process, Public Health

    ★ 4.7 (51) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Peking University

    《Health Education and Nursing Practice》(健康教育与护理实践)

    Skills you'll gain: Health Education, Health Technology, Nurse Education, Nursing, Health Promotion, Nursing Practices, Patient Education And Counseling, Healthcare Ethics, Dignity in Care

    ★ 4.9 (85) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    PlanU: escoge la mejor carrera y universidad para ti

    Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Planning, Personal Development, Independent Thinking, Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, Goal-Oriented, School Counseling, Strategic Planning, Goal Setting, Family Support, Research, Collaboration

    ★ 4.8 (736) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    Sit Less, Get Active

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Smart Goals, Patient Education And Counseling, Community Health, Patient Education and Support, Health Education, Health Promotion, Preventative Care, Exercise Science, Self-Motivation, Behavioral Health, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Habit Formation, Motivational Skills, Occupational Health, Overcoming Obstacles

    ★ 4.6 (1.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Impacting the Opioid Crisis: Prevention, Education, and Practice for Non-Prescribing Providers

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Epidemiology, Injury Prevention, Substance Abuse, Substance Abuse Counseling, Preventative Care, Medical Prescription, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Pharmacology, Public Policies, Rehabilitation, Mental and Behavioral Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Public Health, Treatment Planning, Patient Communication, Advocacy

    ★ 4.8 (51) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)

    Coaching Nutrition for Changing Bodies and Lives

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Care Plans, Nutrition Education, Health And Wellness Coaching, Clinical Nutrition, Coaching, Nutritional Assessment, Exercise Science, Habit Formation, Behavior Management, Mental and Behavioral Health, Health Education, Psychology, Health Assessment, Athletic Training, Health Care

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)

    The Science of Eating Well for Fitness

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition and Diet, Nutritional Assessment, Dietetics, Nutrition Education, Exercise Science, Nutrition Care Plans, Clinical Nutrition, Culture, Biology, Critical Thinking, Health Assessment, Physiology, Biochemistry, Health And Wellness Coaching, Health Education, Health Care, Athletic Training, Coaching, Mental and Behavioral Health

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The University of Sydney

    Life, Health and Radiation

    Skills you'll gain: Radiation Protection, Medical Imaging, Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology, Radiography, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Patient Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Radiation Therapy, Safety Standards, Dental Radiography, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, electromagnetics, Physics, Biology, Chemistry

    ★ 4.9 (366) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Enfermedad respiratoria crónica. Asma - EPOC

    Skills you'll gain: Chronic Diseases, Pulmonology, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Evaluation, Respiratory Care, Pulmonary Function Testing, Respiratory Therapy, Respiration, Patient Education and Support, Internal Medicine, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Assessment, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Medication Therapy Management, Preventative Care, Patient Treatment, Pharmacotherapy

    ★ 4.8 (19) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Copenhagen

    Understanding Patient Perspectives on Medications

    ★ 4.8 (176) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Goodwill Industries International

    Building Your Community Resources

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Training Programs, Educational Materials, Relationship Building, Community Development, Community Outreach, Research, Digital Transformation, Workplace inclusivity, Rapport Building, Curriculum Planning, Needs Assessment, Program Evaluation, Planning, Collaboration, Data Mapping, Cultural Responsiveness, Goal Setting, Communication Strategies

    ★ 4.7 (19) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    Traditional herbal medicine in supportive cancer care: From alternative to integrative

    Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Patient Communication, Patient-centered Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Hospice, Pharmacology, Drug Interaction, Patient Education and Support, Treatment Planning, Pain Management, Care Management, Clinical Research, Cultural Sensitivity, Health Systems

    ★ 4.7 (92) · Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Opioid Epidemic: From Evidence to Impact : Johns Hopkins University
  • 《Health Education and Nursing Practice》(健康教育与护理实践): Peking University
  • PlanU: escoge la mejor carrera y universidad para ti: Universidad de los Andes
  • Sit Less, Get Active: The University of Edinburgh
  • Impacting the Opioid Crisis: Prevention, Education, and Practice for Non-Prescribing Providers: University of Michigan
  • Coaching Nutrition for Changing Bodies and Lives: ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)
  • The Science of Eating Well for Fitness: ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)
  • Life, Health and Radiation: The University of Sydney
  • Enfermedad respiratoria crónica. Asma - EPOC: Universidad de los Andes
  • Understanding Patient Perspectives on Medications: University of Copenhagen

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