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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


  • U

    Universidades Anáhuac

    Principios del Acompañamiento Educativo

    Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Academic Advising, Personal Development, Self-Discipline, Pedagogy, Teaching, Mentorship, Student Support and Services, Community Development, Student Engagement, School Counseling, Social Impact, Initiative and Leadership, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Goal Setting, Relationship Building, Active Listening

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Columbia University

    Attaining Higher Education

    Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Goal Setting, Lifelong Learning, Decision Making, Adult Education, Planning, Student Support and Services, Resourcefulness, Research, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Relationship Building, Organizational Skills

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Goodwill Industries International

    Client Intake, Assessments, Skill Analysis and Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Accountability, Recruitment, Client Services, Needs Assessment, Prospecting and Qualification, Gap Analysis, Goal Setting, Coaching, Recruitment Strategies, Community Outreach, Case Management, Critical Thinking, Overcoming Obstacles

    ★ 4.6 (83) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Goodwill Industries International

    Supporting Clients

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Coaching, Client Support, Employee Onboarding, Professional Networking, Branding, Negotiation, Writing, Resource Utilization, Financial Planning

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

  • W

    Wesleyan University

    Career Decisions: From Insight to Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Social Impact, Academic Advising, Personal Development, Human Centered Design, Strategic Thinking, Human Development, Psychology, Relationship Building, Social Sciences, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Overcoming Obstacles, Dealing With Ambiguity, Adaptability

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

  • S

    Skillshare

    Self-Care Essentials: Embrace & Nurture the Real You

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Overcoming Obstacles, Meditation & Breathwork, Positivity, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Resilience, Creativity, Mindfulness, Empowerment, Follow Through, Goal-Oriented, Self-Discipline, Self-Motivation, Action Oriented, Courage, Visionary, Habit Formation, Lifelong Learning

    ★ 4.8 (9) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Columbia University

    Find Your Calling: Career Transition Principles for Veterans

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Professional Networking, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Relationship Building, LinkedIn, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Entrepreneurship, Professional Development, Web Presence, Growth Mindedness, Relationship Management, Decision Making, Branding

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • W

    Wesleyan University

    Suicide Prevention

    Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Research, Crisis Intervention, Research Methodologies, Epidemiology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Public Health, Mental Health, Mental Health Therapies

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

  • A

    American Psychological Association

    Discover Yourself, Build Relationships, and Navigate Groups

    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 (54) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Career Planning: A Pathway to Employment

    Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Interviewing Skills, Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Professional Networking, Job Evaluation, Strategic Communication, Communication, Negotiation, Writing, Professionalism, Business Writing, Decision Making

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

  • A

    American Psychological Association

    Psychology in Everyday Life

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Positivity, Optimism, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Policies, Compassion, Sociology, Culture, Psychology, Cultural Diversity, Decision Intelligence, Policy Analysis, Mental Health, Resilience, Critical Thinking, Human Development, Personal Development, Child Development, Social Sciences, Empathy

    ★ 4.5 (32) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Cinematic Health

    Essential Soft Skills & Special Patient Populations

    Skills you'll gain: Developmental Disabilities, Professionalism, Trauma Care, Healthcare Ethics, Patient Communication, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Patient-centered Care, Mental and Behavioral Health, Cultural Responsiveness, Psychiatric And Mental Health Nursing, Nursing and Patient Care, Cultural Sensitivity, Disabilities, Caregiving, Intercultural Competence, Substance Abuse, Interpersonal Communications, Active Listening, Mental Health, Communication Strategies

    ★ 4.9 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Principios del Acompañamiento Educativo: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Attaining Higher Education: Columbia University
  • Client Intake, Assessments, Skill Analysis and Planning: Goodwill Industries International
  • Supporting Clients: Goodwill Industries International
  • Career Decisions: From Insight to Impact: Wesleyan University
  • Self-Care Essentials: Embrace & Nurture the Real You: Skillshare
  • Find Your Calling: Career Transition Principles for Veterans: Columbia University
  • Suicide Prevention: Wesleyan University
  • Discover Yourself, Build Relationships, and Navigate Groups: American Psychological Association
  • Career Planning: A Pathway to Employment: Kennesaw State University

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