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    • U

      Universidad de los Andes

      Salud mental y atención psicosocial

      Skills you'll gain: Community Mental Health Services, Mental and Behavioral Health, Crisis Intervention, Health Disparities, Mental Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Community Health, First Aid, Behavioral Health, Psychosocial Assessments, Community Outreach, Community and Social Work, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      140 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Geneva

      Precision Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Pharmacology, Health Informatics, Bioinformatics, Clinical Research, Primary Care, Health Care, Oncology, Molecular Biology, Patient Education And Counseling, Data Analysis, Environmental Science, Risk Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      379 reviews

      Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    • A

      Alfaisal University | KLD

      Ų®ŲÆŁ…Ų© العملاؔ | Customer Service

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Service, Customer Relationship Building, Customer and Client Support, Customer Complaint Resolution, Customer Retention, Business Planning, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      212 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    • R

      Rice University

      Spanish for Successful Communication in Healthcare Settings

      Skills you'll gain: Spanish Language, Cultural Responsiveness, Patient Education And Counseling, Medical Terminology, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Grammar, Socioeconomics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      Ā·
      326 reviews

      Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    • A

      Alfaisal University | KLD

      كيفية Ų§Ł„Ų³ŁŠŲ·Ų±Ų© على Ų§Ł„ŲŖŁˆŲŖŲ± ŁˆŲ§Ł„Ł‚Ł„Ł‚

      Skills you'll gain: Personal Development, Stress Management, Mindfulness, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Physical Therapy, Vital Signs

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    • D

      Deep Teaching Solutions

      Apprendre comment apprendre (ACA) : Des outils mentaux puissants qui vous aideront Ơ maƮtriser des sujets difficiles

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Lifelong Learning, Willingness To Learn, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Growth Mindedness, Cognitive flexibility, Curiosity, Creativity, Stress Management, Time Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      700 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado System

      School Health for Children and Adolescents

      Skills you'll gain: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Special Education, Nutrition Education, Community Health, School Psychology, Chronic Diseases, Student Support and Services, Nutrition and Diet, School Counseling, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Care Management, Child Health, Patient Evaluation, Care Coordination, Disabilities, Medical Emergency, Social and Human Services

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.3K reviews

      Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Leading for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education

      Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Initiative and Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Cultural Responsiveness, Accountability, Advocacy, Collaboration, Creative Thinking, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      296 reviews

      Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Cape Town

      Organ Donation: From Death to Life

      Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Scientific Methods, Intensive Care Medicine, Neurology, Patient Evaluation, Patient Education And Counseling, Surgery, Cultural Diversity, Critical Care, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Sensitivity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Universidad de los Andes

      Comunicación, experimentación y aprendizaje en liderazgo

      Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Teamwork, Team Management, Social Skills, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Empathy, Conflict Management, Personal Development, Social Media, Communication, Active Listening

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      557 reviews

      Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      N

      Novartis

      Introduction to Good Clinical Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Patient Education And Counseling, Healthcare Ethics, Medical Science and Research, Regulatory Compliance, Medical Privacy, Risk Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      354 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Minnesota

      Herbal Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Drug Interaction, Contraindication, Pharmacology, Patient Education And Counseling, Pharmacotherapy, Patient Evaluation, Respiratory Care, Patient Safety, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Gynecology, Health And Safety Standards, Medical Science and Research, Mental Health

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      826 reviews

      Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Salud mental y atención psicosocial :Ā Universidad de los Andes
    • Precision Medicine:Ā University of Geneva
    • Ų®ŲÆŁ…Ų© العملاؔ | Customer Service:Ā Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Spanish for Successful Communication in Healthcare Settings:Ā Rice University
    • كيفية Ų§Ł„Ų³ŁŠŲ·Ų±Ų© على Ų§Ł„ŲŖŁˆŲŖŲ± ŁˆŲ§Ł„Ł‚Ł„Ł‚:Ā Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Apprendre comment apprendre (ACA) : Des outils mentaux puissants qui vous aideront Ć  maĆ®triser des sujets difficiles:Ā Deep Teaching Solutions
    • School Health for Children and Adolescents:Ā University of Colorado System
    • Leading for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education:Ā University of Michigan
    • Organ Donation: From Death to Life :Ā University of Cape Town
    • Comunicación, experimentación y aprendizaje en liderazgo:Ā Universidad de los Andes

    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. ā€Ž

    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.ā€Ž

    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.ā€Ž

    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.ā€Ž

    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.ā€Ž

    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.ā€Ž

    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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