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.

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, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, 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

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

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient Evaluation, Emergency Medical Services, Patient Education And Counseling, Basic Patient Care, Care Management, Clinical Assessment, Triage, Emergency Response
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Mindfulness, Manual Therapy, Treatment Planning, Clinical Practices, Clinical Assessment, Mental Health, Patient Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Primary Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Care Coordination, Oncology, Health Assessment, Chronic Diseases, Preventative Care, Clinical Assessment, Mental Health
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Skills you'll gain: Oral Cancer Screening, Oncology, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Treatment Planning, Infectious Diseases, Patient Education And Counseling, Epidemiology, Risk Analysis, Diagnostic Tests
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Tecnológico de Monterrey
Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Patient-centered Care, Clinical Assessment, Clinical Practices, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Experience, Healthcare Ethics, Constructive Feedback, Mentorship, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Decision Making
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Pain Management, Patient Communication, Care Management, Oncology, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Dignity in Care, Care Coordination, Long Term Care, Family Support, Mental Health
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Caregiving, Patient-centered Care, Compassion, Patient Advocacy, Pain Management, Telehealth, Family Support, Stress Management, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Community Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Empathy, Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: Family Planning, Gynecology, Patient Education And Counseling, Maternal Health, Contraindication, Oncology, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Preventative Care, Endocrinology, Health Education, Pharmacology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Infant Care, Child Health, Child Development, Nutrition and Diet, Safety Standards, Accident Prevention, Patient Positioning, Patient Education And Counseling, Caregiving, Patient Transport, Family Support
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks