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Counseling Courses

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.


Popular Counseling Courses and Certifications


  • P

    Peking University

    《Health Education and Nursing Practice》(健康教育与护理实践)

    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
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    84 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Copenhagen

    Understanding Patient Perspectives on Medications

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    176 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Opioid Epidemic: From Evidence to Impact

    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, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Engineering Design Process, Public Health

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    51 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    Sit Less, Get Active

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Smart Goals, Patient Education And Counseling, Community Health, Patient Education and Support, Health Education, Health Promotion, Preventative Care, Exercise Science, Self-Motivation, Behavioral Health, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Habit Formation, Motivational Skills, Occupational Health, Overcoming Obstacles

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.8K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Stanford University

    Transitions in Care from Survivorship to Hospice

    Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Patient Communication, Patient Education and Support, Care Management, Psychosocial Assessments, Oncology, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Care Coordination, Dignity in Care, Family Support, Treatment Planning, Chronic Diseases

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    27 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Cinematic Health

    Exploring the Role of the Certified Nursing Assistant

    Skills you'll gain: Respiratory Care, Patient Communication, Professionalism, Respiratory Therapy, Patient Education And Counseling, Geriatrics, Trauma Care, Healthcare Ethics, Nursing and Patient Care, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Patient Safety, Infection Control, Endocrinology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Care Coordination, Caregiving, Nursing Care, Professional Development, Healthcare Industry Knowledge

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    27 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Impacting the Opioid Crisis: Prevention, Education, and Practice for Non-Prescribing Providers

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Epidemiology, Injury Prevention, Substance Abuse, Substance Abuse Counseling, Preventative Care, Medical Prescription, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Pharmacology, Public Policies, Rehabilitation, Mental and Behavioral Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Public Health, Treatment Planning, Patient Communication, Advocacy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    51 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The University of Sydney

    Life, Health and Radiation

    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
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    366 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    HPV-Associated Oral and Throat Cancer: What You Need to Know

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Cancer Screening, Oncology, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Treatment Planning, Oral Health, Primary Care, Infectious Diseases, Health Education, Radiation Therapy, Patient Education And Counseling, Epidemiology, Risk Analysis, Medical Terminology, Diagnostic Tests, Surgery

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    472 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices

    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
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    473 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    PlanU: escoge la mejor carrera y universidad para ti

    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
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    736 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    PrEParing: PrEP for Providers and Patients

    Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Pharmacology, Bloodborne Pathogens, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Promotion, Primary Care, Health Disparities, Patient Education and Support, Medication Therapy Management, Medical Prescription, Health Equity, Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmacotherapy, Patient Evaluation, Public Health, Community Health, Patient Advocacy, Clinical Assessment, Patient Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    150 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular counseling courses

  • 《Health Education and Nursing Practice》(健康教育与护理实践): Peking University
  • Understanding Patient Perspectives on Medications: University of Copenhagen
  • Opioid Epidemic: From Evidence to Impact : Johns Hopkins University
  • Sit Less, Get Active: The University of Edinburgh
  • Transitions in Care from Survivorship to Hospice: Stanford University
  • Exploring the Role of the Certified Nursing Assistant: Cinematic Health
  • Impacting the Opioid Crisis: Prevention, Education, and Practice for Non-Prescribing Providers: University of Michigan
  • Life, Health and Radiation: The University of Sydney
  • HPV-Associated Oral and Throat Cancer: What You Need to Know: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices: University of Minnesota

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