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Mental health courses can help you learn about psychological theories, emotional well-being strategies, and the impact of mental health on daily life. You can build skills in active listening, crisis intervention, and developing coping mechanisms for stress and anxiety. Many courses introduce tools such as mindfulness apps, cognitive behavioral techniques, and assessment frameworks to support mental health practices and enhance personal resilience.

Popular Mental Health Courses and Certifications


  • Y

    Yale University

    The Science of Well-Being for Teens

    Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Habit Formation, Mental Health, Goal Setting, Stress Management, Compassion, Psychology, Mindfulness

    4.8 stars, 829 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Primeros Auxilios Psicológicos (PAP)

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Intervention, Pediatric First Aid, Stress First Aid, Emergency Response, First Aid, Emergency Services, Stress Management, Disabilities, Trauma Care, Mental Health, Family Support, Developmental Disabilities, Psychology, Working With Children, Child Development, Social Work

    4.9 stars, 12K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (12K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Psychosocial and Spiritual Aspects of Palliative Care

    Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Patient Communication, Caregiving, Patient-centered Care, Patient Education and Support, Care Management, Patient Advocacy, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychosocial Assessments, Family Support, Treatment Planning, Mental Health, Stress Management, Discussion Facilitation, Mental Health Therapies

    4.9 stars, 92 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (92) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The University of Melbourne

    Foundations of International Psychiatry

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Status Examination, Psychiatry, Medical History Documentation, Psychiatric Assessments, Healthcare Ethics, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Cultural Responsiveness, Psychosocial Assessments, Intercultural Competence, Mental and Behavioral Health, Patient Communication, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Mental Health Counseling, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Patient Evaluation, Mental Health, Culture, Interpersonal Communications

    4.7 stars, 201 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (201) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • Y

    Yale University

    Health Behavior Change: From Evidence to Action

    Skills you'll gain: Health Promotion, Health Education, Behavioral Health, Nutrition Education, Mental and Behavioral Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Nutrition and Diet, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Behavior Management, Behavioral Economics, Exercise Science, Goal Setting, Mental Health, Epidemiology, Mental Health Therapies, Stress Management, Gerontology

    4.7 stars, 490 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Life 101: Mental and Physical Self-Care

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Mindfulness, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Personal Care, Nutrition Education, Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Nutrition and Diet, Positivity, Habit Formation, Preventative Care, Exercise Science, Self-Motivation, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Environment and Resource Management, Health Education

    4.8 stars, 276 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Salud mental y atención psicosocial

    Skills you'll gain: Community Mental Health Services, Substance Abuse, Stress First Aid, Mental and Behavioral Health, Crisis Intervention, Mental Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Community Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Behavioral Health, Psychosocial Assessments, Community and Social Work, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity

    4.8 stars, 166 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    Insights On Stress & Anxiety From Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Stress Management, Mental Health, Biology, Physiology, Psychology, Research, Science and Research

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    #talkmentalillness

    Skills you'll gain: Community Mental Health Services, Mental Health, Mental Health Therapies, Health Disparities, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Cultural Responsiveness, Culture, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychology, Health Equity, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cultural Diversity, Behavioral Health, Cultural Sensitivity, Substance Abuse, Research

    4.6 stars, 54 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (54) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Mastering Mindfulness: A Journey to Wellness with Headspace

    Skills you'll gain: Composure, Stress Management, Mindfulness, Meditation & Breathwork, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Habit Formation, Mental Concentration, Mental Health, Lifelong Learning, Journals, Accountability, Physiology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • L

    Lund University

    AI Implementation, Safety and the Future of Mental Health

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Risking, Healthcare Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Health Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Patient-centered Care, Human Centered Design, Mental and Behavioral Health, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Mental Health, Machine Learning, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Data Security, Psychological Evaluations, Natural Language Processing, Large Language Modeling

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    Lund University

    Understanding and Evaluating AI for Mental Health

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Model Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health, Clinical Practices

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular mental health courses

  • The Science of Well-Being for Teens: Yale University
  • Primeros Auxilios Psicológicos (PAP): Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Psychosocial and Spiritual Aspects of Palliative Care: University of Colorado System
  • Foundations of International Psychiatry: The University of Melbourne
  • Health Behavior Change: From Evidence to Action: Yale University
  • Life 101: Mental and Physical Self-Care: University of California, Irvine
  • Salud mental y atención psicosocial: Universidad de los Andes
  • Insights On Stress & Anxiety From Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett: Alex Genadinik
  • #talkmentalillness: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Mastering Mindfulness: A Journey to Wellness with Headspace: Board Infinity

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