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 Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Patient Preparation, Anesthesiology, Surgery, Patient Evaluation, Perioperative Care, Operating Room (OR), Patient Education And Counseling, Informed Consent, Medical Equipment and Technology, Patient Communication
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Neurology, Patient Evaluation, Patient Preparation, Teamwork, Patient Communication, Collaboration, Vital Signs, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Assessment, Health Technology, Health Assessment, Patient-centered Care, Patient Treatment, Primary Care, Health Care, Health Systems, Telecommunications, Care Management, Communication
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Neurology, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Evaluation, Diagnostic Tests, Patient-centered Care, Patient Treatment, Primary Care, General Medicine, Medical History Documentation, Science and Research, Clinical Assessment, Chronic Diseases, Public Health, Pharmacology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

ESADE Business and Law School
Skills you'll gain: Family Therapy, Succession Planning, Business Modeling, Business Management, Organizational Structure, Governance, Systems Thinking, Business Systems, Technology Strategies, Business, Family Support, Business Leadership, Business Strategy, Risk Management Framework, Innovation, Business Transformation, Entrepreneurship, Human Resource Strategy, Economics, Leadership
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Teamwork, Patient Communication, Collaboration, Health Technology, Health Care, Patient Coordination, Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Patient Treatment, Patient Flow, Primary Care, Health Systems
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Community Mental Health Services, Mental Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Community Health, Cultural Diversity, Crisis Intervention, Social Determinants Of Health, Diversity Awareness, Substance Abuse, Cultural Responsiveness, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Health, First Aid, Health Equity, Patient Education And Counseling, Health Care
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Organizational Skills, Student Support and Services, Higher Education, Planning, Prioritization, Self-Awareness, Decision Making, Personal Development, Resourcefulness, Goal Setting, Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

National Academy of Sports Medicine
Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Education, Nutritional Assessment, Nutrition and Diet, Patient Education And Counseling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Skills you'll gain: Chronic Diseases, Cardiology, Blood Pressure, Geriatrics, Home Health Care, Preventative Care, Care Management, Nutrition and Diet, Exercise Therapy, Patient Education And Counseling, Medication Therapy Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Wound Care, Blood Collection, Vital Signs, Patient-centered Care, Health Assessment, Infection Control, Clinical Nursing, Patient Treatment, Patient Evaluation, Emergency Nursing, Patient Safety, Health Care, Healthcare Ethics, Patient Positioning, Patient Education And Counseling, Medical Surgical Nursing, Nursing, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Clinical Nutrition
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Patient Education And Counseling, Stress Management, Goal Setting, Resilience, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Self-Awareness, Mindfulness, Health And Wellness Coaching, Exercise Therapy, Nutrition and Diet, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Goodwill Industries International
Skills you'll gain: Training Programs, Relationship Building, Course Development, Cultural Diversity, Digital Transformation, Computer Literacy, Disabilities, Workforce Development, Community Development, Community Outreach, Research, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Curriculum Planning, Needs Assessment, Digital Communications, Computer Security Awareness Training, Professional Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months