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.

American Council on Exercise
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

Duke University
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

MedCerts
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

Goodwill Industries International
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 (18) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Niel Asher Education
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

Universidades Anáhuac
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

MedCerts
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

Niel Asher Education
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

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

Lund University
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

Stanford Online
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 (24) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Goodwill Industries International
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 (20) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks