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.

Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Decision Making, Psychology, Human Learning, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Self-Motivation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Data Analysis Software, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, Algorithms, Microbiology, Statistical Methods, Python Programming
★ 4.3 (1.1K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Assessment, Community Health, Health Policy, Program Evaluation, Infectious Diseases, Data Quality, Data Collection, Report Writing
★ 4.8 (500) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Stanford Online
Skills you'll gain: Culture, Nutrition Education, Compassion, Nutrition and Diet, Mindfulness, Meal Planning And Preparation, Habit Formation, Behavioral Health, Self-Awareness, Empowerment, Sensory Systems Analysis, Chronic Diseases
★ 4.9 (364) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Midwifery, Child Health, Childbirth, Postpartum Care, Prenatal Care, Health Disparities, Care Management, Health Equity, Dignity in Care, Infant Care, Patient-centered Care, Health Policy, Cultural Responsiveness, Advocacy
★ 4.8 (261) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Patient Communication, Hospice, Patient-centered Care, Caregiving, Patient Evaluation, Active Listening, Basic Patient Care, Psychosocial Assessments, Treatment Planning, Healthcare Ethics, Respiratory Care, Communication Strategies, Respiratory Therapy, Empathy, Patient Education and Support, Self-Awareness, Care Management, Health Assessment, Communication
★ 4.8 (513) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Medical Terminology, Biology
★ 4.8 (4K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Desktop Support, End User Training and Support, Technical Support and Services, Medical Support, Help Desk Support, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Technical Support, Health Technology, Information Technology, Health Care, Information Technology Operations, Issue Tracking, Medical Terminology
★ 4.7 (773) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Bioinformatics, Medical Science and Research, Life Sciences, Healthcare Ethics, Laboratory Techniques, Biology, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Drug Development, Investigation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Education, Community Health, Nutrition and Diet, Health Education, Health Promotion, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Child Health, Preventative Care, Health Disparities, Working With Children, Health Equity, Family Support, Exercise Science, Community Development, Student Engagement, Community Outreach, Student Support and Services, Health Policy
★ 4.7 (882) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Cardiology, Anatomy, Gynecology, Urology, Respiration, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Surgery, Medical Terminology, Surgery
★ 4.8 (1.9K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Medical Records, Medical Office Procedures, Electronic Medical Record System, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Resilience, Health Information Management, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Electronic Medical Record, Emotional Intelligence, Professionalism, Patient Coordination, Diversity Awareness, Patient-centered Care, Composure, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Patient Registration, Relationship Building, Medical History Documentation, Care Coordination
★ 4.8 (1.1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months