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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


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    Niel Asher Education

    Sports Massage Therapist

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Physical Therapy, Patient Education and Support, Injury Prevention, Health Care, Human Relations Movement

    5 stars, 7 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 5 (7) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Sage Publications

    Telerehabilitation in Mental Health and Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Communication Disorders, Speech Language Pathology, Telecommunications, Health Technology, Substance Abuse, Language Disorders, Patient Treatment, Rehabilitation, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Health Care, Caregiving, Education Software and Technology, Patient Education And Counseling, Health Informatics, Mental Health

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Drug Development and Pharmacoepidemiology

    Skills you'll gain: Medication Therapy Management, Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Prescription, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Research, Patient Education and Support, Pharmacology, Statistical Analysis, Epidemiology, Utilization Management, Health Policy, Medical Science and Research, Program Evaluation, Analysis, Scientific Methods, Public Health, Data Analysis

    4.7 stars, 165 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (165) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Integrative Nursing

    Skills you'll gain: Nursing Practices, Clinical Leadership, Patient Evaluation, Nursing, Nursing Care, Meditation & Breathwork, Patient Education And Counseling, Mindfulness, Pain Management, Patient Referral, Health Assessment, Clinical Assessment, Contraindication, Patient-centered Care, Music, Patient Communication, Clinical Practices, Safety Standards, Treatment Planning, Nursing and Patient Care

    4.8 stars, 935 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (935) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Geneva

    Precision Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Data Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Pharmacology, Primary Care, Oncology, Health Policy, Diagnostic Tests, Patient Education And Counseling, Drug Development, Informed Consent, Risk Analysis

    4.5 stars, 421 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (421) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • D

    Duke University

    Telehealth: Essentials, Teamwork, and Musculoskeletal Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Teamwork, Collaboration, Clinical Assessment, Vital Signs, Health Technology, Patient Preparation, Patient Coordination, Patient Education And Counseling, Health Assessment, Patient Treatment, Primary Care, End User Training and Support, Health Care, Health Systems, Telecommunications, Patient Evaluation, Care Management, Human Musculoskeletal System, Communication

    4.9 stars, 50 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (50) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Guidance processes in Vocational Education and Training

    Skills you'll gain: Student Support and Services, School Counseling, Academic Advising, Education and Training, Personal Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Empowering Women's Wellness: Holistic Movement and Mobility

    Skills you'll gain: Rehabilitation, Patient Evaluation, Physical Therapy, Exercise Therapy, Stress Management, Treatment Planning, Pain Management, Patient Education And Counseling, Manual Therapy, Health Promotion, Occupational Health, Health Care, Occupational Therapy, Human Relations Movement, Anatomy, Emotional Intelligence, Respiratory Therapy, Group Therapy, Mental Health Therapies, Biology

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Applying to U.S. Universities

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Research, Higher Education, Planning, Decision Making

    4.7 stars, 528 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Free
    Free
  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Integrative Bodywork Techniques for Practitioners

    Skills you'll gain: Manual Therapy, Physical Therapy, Neurology, Exercise Therapy, Patient Communication, Pain Management, Anatomy, Self-Awareness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation, Clinical Assessment, Medication Therapy Management, Patient-centered Care, Exercise Science, Physiology, Family Therapy, Mental Health Therapies, Intravenous Therapy, Mental Health

    4.7 stars, 9 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (9) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Comprehensive Shoulder Rehabilitation

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Positioning, Rehabilitation, Exercise Therapy, Patient Education And Counseling, Manual Therapy, Patient Evaluation, Contraindication, Patient Education and Support, Physical Therapy, Anatomy, Athletic Training, Pain Management, Medication Therapy Management, Patient Treatment, Clinical Assessment, Occupational Therapy, Intravenous Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mental Health Therapies, Physical Science

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Duke University

    Telehealth: Essentials, Teamwork, and Dermatology

    Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Teamwork, Collaboration, Medical Imaging, Patient Evaluation, Clinical Assessment, Vital Signs, Health Technology, Patient Preparation, Health Care, Patient Coordination, Health Assessment, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Treatment, End User Training and Support, Primary Care, Health Systems, Telecommunications, Care Management, Communication

    4.9 stars, 59 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (59) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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