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.

Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Family Planning, Oncology, Radiation Therapy, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Gynecology, Patient Education and Support, Treatment Planning, Urology, Pharmacology, Epidemiology, Patient Education And Counseling
★ 4.6 (42) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Infant Care, Postpartum Care, Child Health, Maternal Health, Child Development, Injury Prevention, Nutrition and Diet, Safety Standards, Accident Prevention, Patient Education And Counseling, Caregiving, Family Support, Stress Management
★ 4.8 (229) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Substance Abuse, Pain Management, Medical Prescription, Medication Dispensation, Managed Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Substance Abuse Counseling, Chronic Diseases, Epidemiology, Injury Prevention, Medication Therapy Management, Mental and Behavioral Health, Pharmacotherapy, Health Policy, Engineering Design Process, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health
★ 4.7 (51) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Health Education, Health Technology, Nurse Education, Nursing, Health Promotion, Nursing Practices, Patient Education And Counseling, Healthcare Ethics, Dignity in Care
★ 4.9 (85) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The University of Sydney
Skills you'll gain: Radiation Protection, Medical Imaging, Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology, Radiography, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Patient Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Radiation Therapy, Safety Standards, Dental Radiography, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, electromagnetics, Physics, Biology, Chemistry
★ 4.9 (366) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Pharmacology, Contraindication, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Drug Interaction, Health Promotion, Primary Care, Health Disparities, Patient Education and Support, Medication Therapy Management, Health Equity, Pharmacotherapy, Clinical Pharmacy, Patient Evaluation, Public Health, Community Health, Health Assessment, Patient Advocacy, Clinical Trials
★ 4.7 (150) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Treatment Planning, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Contraindication, Manual Therapy, Patient Safety, Clinical Practices, Patient Evaluation, Health Promotion, Health Policy, Patient Education And Counseling, Drug Interaction, Science and Research, Patient-centered Care, Regulatory Compliance
★ 4.7 (473) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Prenatal Care, Child Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Nutrition Counseling, Preventative Care, Clinical Nutrition, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Dietetics, Food Safety and Sanitation, Chronic Diseases, Endocrinology, Physiology, Life Sciences, Biochemistry
★ 4.8 (3.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Treatment Planning, Meditation & Breathwork, Educational Materials, Clinical Assessment, Music, Education Software and Technology, Patient Evaluation, Mindfulness, Creativity, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Patient Education And Counseling, Verbal Communication Skills
★ 4.8 (223) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: Student Support and Services, School Counseling, Academic Advising, Education and Training, Training Programs, Student Engagement, Mentorship, Lifelong Learning, Instructional Strategies, Personal Development, Human Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Planning, Personal Development, Independent Thinking, Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, Goal-Oriented, School Counseling, Strategic Planning, Goal Setting, Family Support, Research, Collaboration
★ 4.8 (736) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Primary Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Care Management, Patient Education and Support, Care Coordination, Patient Evaluation, Oncology, Caregiving, Health Assessment, Patient Referral, Chronic Diseases, Medical History Documentation, Long Term Care, Preventative Care, Family Support, Mental Health
★ 4.8 (116) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks