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    • U

      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Guidance processes in Vocational Education and Training

      Skills you'll gain: Student Support and Services, School Counseling, Education and Training, Training Programs, Student Engagement, Adult Education, Lifelong Learning, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Development

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      A

      American Council on Exercise

      Intro to Personal Training: A Career Starter Course

      Skills you'll gain: Selling Techniques, Sales, Goal Setting, Customer Retention, Sales Prospecting, Nutrition and Diet, Consultative Selling, Customer Acquisition Management, Patient Education And Counseling, Motivational Interviewing, Kinesiology, Safety Assurance, Active Listening, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Coaching, Performance Measurement, Injury Prevention, Patient Evaluation, Anatomy, Health Assessment

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
      ·
      16 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado System

      Personal Journeys: Identity, Motivation, and Resilience

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Goal Setting, Persistence, Self-Motivation, Personal Development, Creativity, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Empathy, Overcoming Obstacles, Culture, Lifelong Learning, Community Development, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Awareness, Liberal Arts, Human Development

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • C

      Columbia University

      Attaining Higher Education

      Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Goal Setting, Lifelong Learning, Decision Making, Planning, Student Support and Services, Organizational Skills

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      The University of Melbourne

      Global Adolescent Health

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Preventative Care, Socioeconomics, Social and Human Services, Human Development, Community Health, Mental Health, Child Health, Maternal Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Injury Prevention, Infectious Diseases, Chronic Diseases, Nutrition and Diet

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      125 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      PrEParing: PrEP for Providers and Patients

      Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Pharmacology, Primary Care, Medication Administration, Health Disparities, Public Health, Community Health, Health Assessment, Infectious Diseases, Laboratory Testing, Cultural Responsiveness

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      149 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      A Public Health Approach to Hearing Loss and Aging

      Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Health Policy, Public Health, Health Disparities, Epidemiology, Medicare, Health Care, Long Term Care, Health Systems, Preventative Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Neurology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      G

      Goodwill Industries International

      Goodwill® Digital Navigator Certificate

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Responsiveness, Community Outreach, Educational Materials, Intercultural Competence, Relationship Building, Active Listening, Cultural Diversity, Digital Transformation, Disabilities, Community Development, Cultural Sensitivity, Trustworthiness, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Professionalism, Telecommuting, Needs Assessment, Digital Communications, Computer Security Awareness Training, Planning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      Stanford University

      Transitions in Care from Survivorship to Hospice

      Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Caregiving, Care Management, Psychosocial Assessments, Oncology, Patient Education And Counseling, Primary Care, Home Health Care, Long Term Care, Chronic Diseases, Healthcare Ethics, Stress Management, Cultural Diversity, Mental Health

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Columbia University

      University Studies for Student Veterans

      Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Learning Strategies, Productivity, Student Support and Services, Writing, Growth Mindedness, Higher Education, Active Listening, Organizational Skills, Collaboration, Cultural Diversity, Critical Thinking, Adaptability

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • S

      Stanford University

      Teaching LGBTQ+ Health

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

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      23 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Colorado System

      Queering the Schoolhouse: LGBTQ+ Inclusion for Educators

      Skills you'll gain: Curriculum Development, Education and Training, Advocacy, Differentiated Instruction, School Counseling, Student Support and Services, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Lifelong Learning, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Community Development, Collaboration, Constructive Feedback

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      143 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Guidance processes in Vocational Education and Training: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Intro to Personal Training: A Career Starter Course: American Council on Exercise
    • Personal Journeys: Identity, Motivation, and Resilience: University of Colorado System
    • Attaining Higher Education: Columbia University
    • Global Adolescent Health: The University of Melbourne
    • PrEParing: PrEP for Providers and Patients: Johns Hopkins University
    • A Public Health Approach to Hearing Loss and Aging: Johns Hopkins University
    • Goodwill® Digital Navigator Certificate: Goodwill Industries International
    • Transitions in Care from Survivorship to Hospice: Stanford University
    • University Studies for Student Veterans: Columbia University

    Frequently Asked Questions about Counseling

    To become a successful counselor, you must learn communication, active listening, empathy, rapport-building, problem-solving, and conflict resolution. Because counselors work with patients to resolve emotional issues, they need technical and human skills to build strong, trustworthy relationships. Counselors also need to learn psychological theories and techniques to be effective. ‎

    Coursera offers free courses related to counseling, such as Introduction to Psychology from Yale University, so you can understand if counseling is a good fit for you. Another helpful free course is The Arts and Science of Relationships: Understanding Human Needs from the University of Toronto. For deeper understanding of specific techniques, consider Conflict Transformation from Emory University, Social Psychology from Wesleyan University, Addiction Treatment: Clinical Skills for Healthcare Providers from Yale University, and Positive Psychiatry and Mental Health from the University of Sydney, all offered for free.‎

    Those who want to become a counselor or therapist can earn a license by taking the necessary courses and passing the state exam. Most states require a master’s degree in relevant coursework, such as social work, counseling, or clinical psychology. To be qualified for such a master’s degree, you must have completed a bachelor’s degree.

    Read more about earning a master’s in psychology.‎

    Becoming a counselor can be a rewarding career because you’ll have a positive impact on individuals, whether it’s through a school, organization, or community. Counselors typically are passionate about helping others, especially in applying psychological techniques to help people with their emotions, relationships, and trauma. You might start by researching counseling roles or taking an introductory course to see if this career path suits you.‎

    Visit the Learner Help Center for more information about learning on Coursera. There, you can learn more about your account, payments, subscriptions, and Coursera policies.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Counseling, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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