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.

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
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Meditation & Breathwork, Patient Education And Counseling, Mindfulness, Contraindication, Pain Management, Patient Referral, Health Assessment, Patient Education and Support, Patient Communication, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Stress Management, Mental Health, Critical Thinking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Health, Human Development, Healthcare Ethics, Precision Medicine, Social Studies, Life Sciences, Psychology, Psychiatry, Biostatistics, Molecular Biology, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Epidemiology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Diversity Awareness, Patient Education And Counseling, Sociology, Pain Management, Chronic Diseases, Psychology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Health And Wellness Coaching, Patient Communication, Motivational Interviewing, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Health Promotion, Coaching, Goal Setting, Health Care, Communication, Empowerment, Planning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Research, Personal Development, Higher Education, Planning, Strategic Planning, Decision Making, Organizational Skills
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

MedCerts
Skills you'll gain: Phlebotomy, Medical Terminology, Professionalism, Patient-centered Care, Anatomy, Pathology, Professional Development, Relationship Building, Strong Work Ethic, Patient Education And Counseling, Emotional Intelligence, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Teamwork, Physiology, Trustworthiness, Vital Signs, Communication, Conflict Management, Conscientiousness, Biology
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Medical Office Procedures, Time Management, Patient Communication, Patient Flow, Patient Education And Counseling, Record Keeping, Patient Coordination, Health Care Administration, Medical Records, Care Coordination, Scheduling, Emergency Response, Triage, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Clinical Documentation, Patient Safety, Active Listening
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

National Academy of Sports Medicine
Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Education, Patient Education And Counseling, Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Neurology, Automated External Defibrillator, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Overcoming Obstacles, Mechanics, Injury Prevention, Public Health, Anatomy, Health Promotion, Exercise Therapy, Meal Planning And Preparation, Medical Terminology, Motivational Skills, Needs Assessment, Chronic Diseases, Adaptability, Communication
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Substance Abuse, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Therapies, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Trauma Care, Mental Health, Substance Abuse Counseling, Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavioral Health, Pharmacology, Diagnostic Tests, Psychological Evaluations, Neurology, Cultural Diversity, Patient Treatment, Epidemiology, Patient Evaluation
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

National Academy of Sports Medicine
Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Counseling, Nutritional Assessment, Sports Medicine, Nutrition Education, Physiology, Kinesiology, Endocrinology, Health And Wellness Coaching, Biochemistry, Stress Management, Systems Of Measurement
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

National Academy of Sports Medicine
Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition Education, Meal Planning And Preparation, Nutritional Assessment, Sports Medicine, Exercise Science, Health Assessment, Patient Education And Counseling, Food and Beverage, Health Promotion, Athletic Training, Regulatory Compliance, Clinical Nutrition, Psychology, Scientific Methods, Medical Science and Research, Life Sciences
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months