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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


  • A

    American Council on Exercise

    Coaching and Training Women

    Skills you'll gain: Health And Wellness Coaching, Kinesiology, Coaching, Exercise Science, Motivational Interviewing, Patient Education And Counseling, Empowerment, Human Musculoskeletal System, Physiology, Mental Health, Diversity Awareness, Empathy, Anatomy, Endocrinology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • D

    Duke University

    Telehealth: Cardiopulmonary Assessment

    Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Patient Education And Counseling, Medical Telemetry, Health Technology, Patient Education and Support, Clinical Assessment, Health Informatics, Pulmonology, Clinical Monitoring, Health Care, Cardiology, Telecommunications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    MedCerts

    Professionalism in Phlebotomy

    Skills you'll gain: Patient-centered Care, Patient Communication, Blood Collection, Phlebotomy, Intercultural Competence, Emotional Intelligence, Patient Education And Counseling, Trustworthiness, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Professionalism, Communication, Empathy, Professional Development, Interpersonal Communications, Relationship Building, Cultural Sensitivity, Strong Work Ethic, Conflict Management, Teamwork, Conscientiousness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Goodwill Industries International

    The New Digital Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Cultural Responsiveness, Intercultural Competence, Active Listening, Digital Transformation, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Sensitivity, Professional Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Automation, Needs Assessment

    4.7 stars, 18 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (18) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Vagus Nerve Function & Therapeutic Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Manual Therapy, Patient Evaluation, Neurology, Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy, Pain Management, Exercise Therapy, Clinical Assessment, Meditation & Breathwork, Anatomy, Respiration, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Patient Education And Counseling, Physiology, Athletic Training, Stress Management, Mental Health Therapies

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidades Anáhuac

    Medical Spanish for Healthcare Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Medical History Documentation, Oral and Dental Care, Patient Communication, Spanish Language, Dental Instruments, Language Competency, Bilingual (Spanish/English), Clinical Assessment, Health Care, Hospital Experience, Patient-centered Care, Health Disparities, Basic Patient Care, Patient Observation, Clinical Practices, Language Learning, Patient Assistance, Treatment Planning, Active Listening

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    MedCerts

    Phlebotomy Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Phlebotomy, Medical Terminology, Professionalism, Patient-centered Care, Anatomy, Pathology, Professional Development, Relationship Building, Strong Work Ethic, Patient Education And Counseling, Emotional Intelligence, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Teamwork, Physiology, Trustworthiness, Vital Signs, Communication, Conflict Management, Conscientiousness, Biology

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Lower-Body Sports Massage: Functional Treatment

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Communication, Athletic Training, Exercise Therapy, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation, Treatment Planning, Clinical Assessment, Exercise Science, Injury Prevention, Kinesiology, Pain Management, Patient Treatment, Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    MedCerts

    Pharmacy Syringes, Compounding Medications, & Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Pharmacy Operations, Patient-centered Care, Medication Administration, Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Chronic Diseases, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Health And Safety Standards

    4.7 stars, 15 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (15) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    Lund University

    The Mental Health Clinician and AI

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Precision Medicine, Artificial Intelligence, Mental Health Therapies, Patient Evaluation, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Risking, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Generative AI, Health Technology, Machine Learning, Diagnostic Tests, AI Personalization, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Patient-centered Care, Human Centered Design, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Data Security

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Stanford Online

    Teaching LGBTQ+ Health

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Education And Counseling, Health Disparities, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Health Equity, Health Education, Education and Training, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Care, Mental and Behavioral Health, Diversity Awareness, Behavioral Health, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Cultural Responsiveness, Medical Terminology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

    4.8 stars, 24 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (24) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • G

    Goodwill Industries International

    Building Your Community Resources

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Training Programs, Educational Materials, Relationship Building, Community Development, Community Outreach, Research, Digital Transformation, Workplace inclusivity, Rapport Building, Curriculum Planning, Needs Assessment, Program Evaluation, Planning, Collaboration, Data Mapping, Cultural Responsiveness, Goal Setting, Communication Strategies

    4.8 stars, 20 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (20) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular counseling courses

  • Coaching and Training Women: American Council on Exercise
  • Telehealth: Cardiopulmonary Assessment: Duke University
  • Professionalism in Phlebotomy: MedCerts
  • The New Digital Workplace: Goodwill Industries International
  • Vagus Nerve Function & Therapeutic Applications: Niel Asher Education
  • Medical Spanish for Healthcare Professionals: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Phlebotomy Fundamentals: MedCerts
  • Lower-Body Sports Massage: Functional Treatment: Niel Asher Education
  • Pharmacy Syringes, Compounding Medications, & Communication: MedCerts
  • The Mental Health Clinician and AI: Lund University

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