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.

Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Skills you'll gain: Public Health and Disease Prevention, Preventative Care, Pharmacology, Nutrition and Diet, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Safety, Dietetics, Ancient History, Clinical Practices, Liberal Arts, Food and Beverage
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)
Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition and Diet, Clinical Nutrition, Nutrition Education, Nutritional Assessment, Exercise Science, Health And Wellness Coaching, Coaching, Health Assessment, Health Education, Biochemistry, Psychology, Physiology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Athletic Training, Health Care
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Copenhagen
Skills you'll gain: Clinical Research Ethics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

Stanford Online
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
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Sage Publications
Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Communication Disorders, Speech Language Pathology, Telecommunications, Health Technology, Substance Abuse, Language Disorders, Geriatrics, Patient Treatment, Rehabilitation, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychosocial Assessments, Substance Abuse Counseling, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Health Care, Caregiving, School Psychology, Education Software and Technology, Health Informatics, Mental Health
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Childhood Education and Development, Program Standards, Education and Training, School Counseling, Child Development, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Curriculum Planning, Training Programs, Goal Setting, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Pedagogy, Social Skills, Human Development, Research, Empathy
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

American Council on Exercise
Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Meditation & Breathwork, Mindfulness, Mental Health Counseling, Nutrition and Diet, Mental Concentration, Mental and Behavioral Health, Nutrition Education, Community Health, Preventative Care, Nutrition Counseling, Health And Wellness Coaching, Health Education, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Behavioral Health, Stress Management, Exercise Science, Exercise Therapy, Respiration, Social Skills
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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, Infectious Diseases, Science and Research, Clinical Assessment, Treatment Planning, Chronic Diseases, Pharmacotherapy, Public Health, Pharmacology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Coordination, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Educational Materials, Needs Assessment, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Medication Therapy Management, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmacology, Medical Prescription, Patient Education And Counseling, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Pharmacy, Patient Education and Support, Drug Development, Value-Based Care, Utilization Management, Health Policy, Clinical Research, Patient Safety, Research Design, Epidemiology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks