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Alison Free Online Learning
Course in Basics of Counselling and Psychotherapy
- Online USA
Course
Full time, Part time
1 hour
Distance Learning
English
Do you have the aptitude required to become a counsellor or psychotherapist but seek the skills? This course on the basics of counselling and psychotherapy delves into the world of mental health and the evolution of treatment options since the early days of the ‘talking cure’. We trace the relationship between counselling and psychotherapy and explore the works of renowned psychologists like Sigmund Freud to train you in the use of both methods.


University of West Alabama Online
Education Specialist: Counseling (Non-Certification)
- Livingston, USA
Course
Full time, Part time
1 year
Distance Learning
English
Learn more about how best to engage in informed counseling methods to engage with students of all backgrounds through the University of West Alabama's Education Specialist in Counseling. In the program, you'll cover topics including leadership, educational research, family counseling, adolescent counseling, substance abuse counseling and more.

Alison Free Online Learning
Course in Introduction to Trauma-Informed Care
- Online USA
Course
Full time, Part time
3 hours
Distance Learning
English
Trauma-informed care aims to establish a secure and nurturing environment conducive to healing for trauma survivors. This course provides a thorough overview of trauma-informed care principles, imparting essential knowledge and techniques for applying these practices effectively. By course completion, you will possess the understanding and abilities to assist individuals in their journey towards healing from trauma-related issues.
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Portage College
Addictions Counseling
- Lac la Biche, Canada
Course
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The two-year Addiction Counselling program will provide learners with comprehensive knowledge and preparation for a career in the addiction field. This program prepares learners to integrate theory and practical skills to work with individuals, families, groups, and communities. In addition to foundational skills, learners reflect on their beliefs and values to develop relevant professional skills to work with a diverse clientele, including multicultural and Indigenous populations.

Alison Free Online Learning
Course in Bereavement and Grief Counselling
- Online USA
Course
Full time, Part time
3 hours
Distance Learning
English
Some people may find it hard to make sense of loss and come to terms with those painful feelings. Did you know that people might take up to a year to recover from grief? This grief therapy course introduces you to the basic concept of counselling people to help them accept the reality of loss and adjust to life without their loved ones. We go through the stages of grieving to show you how different types of losses can affect mental health.


International Career Institute
Counselling and Psychology Course
- Online
Course
Full time, Part time
24 weeks
Distance Learning
English
Become a qualified Counselling and Psychology. The course provides an opportunity to interact with and learn from very successful, highly qualified, and experienced professionals. It also allows you to enter one of the fastest-growing professions. The benefit includes Tracking your career as a counsellor and learning the inside secrets of how to become a counselling pro in months not years! Study a counselling course that was designed in conjunction with senior members of the profession, Free up valuable time, don’t waste time and money travelling to classes, Study at your own pace whenever and wherever you are, Have access to a tutor, Easy interest-free payment plans from as low as £25 per week.

Alison Free Online Learning
Course in Family Counselling, Marriage and Couples Therapy
- Online USA
Course
Full time, Part time
4 hours
Distance Learning
English
Learn about counselling and its applications in resolving emotional and psychological issues in this free online course.


FutureLearn
Supporting Victims of Domestic Violence Course - The University of Sheffield
- Online United Kingdom
Course
Part time
3 weeks
Distance Learning
English
Learn to recognise the signs of domestic violence and support domestic violence survivors as a health or social care worker.


Klamath Community College
ADS 157 - Risk Assessment & Intervention
- Klamath Falls, USA
Course
English
An examination of risk assessment and risk management. Topics will include such areas as HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, suicide, and other areas of self-harm. Students will be able to identify ways in which harm reduction and management of high-risk behaviors in addictions counseling represents an important shift in the focus of addictions treatment. Recommended: WRI 121 placement.


Metavision Institute
Course - SPECIALIST TRAINING IN HOLISTIC COUNSELLING & PSYCHOTHERAPY
- Burradoo, Australia
Course
On-Campus
English
Our one and two-year Holistic Counselling and Psychotherapy courses are accredited by the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia as Specialist Training.


The National College Of Hypnosis And Psychotherapy
Pathway to UKCP Hypno-Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
- Holborn, United Kingdom
Course
English
We teach Hypno-psychotherapeutic counseling in an integrative way covering a range of approaches in a holistic approach while taking into account the client’s mind, body and soul in the context of their lived experience. The training helps you also understand yourself at a deeper level while exploring how to create and support the therapeutic relationship while you develop advanced skills in working with emotional, thought and behavioral issues. Your qualities as a therapist in your interaction with the client are essential to both the process and the outcome.


Coaching for Change
ILM Level 3 Award in Workplace Coaching
- Derby, United Kingdom
Course
4 days
On-Campus
English
If you are new to coaching or looking to broaden your change leadership skills, exploring coaching for the first time and want to experience the benefits of using a coaching style, then this is the course for you. You will find that you change your approach at work and home and become more effective with a wider choice of actions.


Universidad Rey Juan Carlos
Fast-track counseling
Experto en coordinación parental
- Alcorcón, Spain
- Aranjuez, Spain
Course
Full time
45 hours
Blended
Spanish
Fast-track counseling


Ambra College
Specialization in Mediation
- Orlando, USA
Course
Full time, Part time
220 hours
Distance Learning, On-Campus
English, Portuguese
The International School of Mediation – EIM is an innovative program for the development of mediation practices and collaborative practices in Brazil. Developed by Instituto Diálogo and Ambra College , the focus is on developing skills and abilities based on four axes: management, legal, technical and practical.


Coaching for Change
ILM Level 5 Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring
- Derby, United Kingdom
Course
12 hours
Blended, On-Campus
English
Coaching for Change is proud to offer the Institute of Leadership and Management’s (ILM) Level 5 Coaching and Mentoring qualification. This qualification is designed to support leaders in the development of management coaching and mentoring skills, as well as helping them to identify the links between coaching, mentoring and the achievement of business goals.
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Counseling degree programs focus on nurturing the essential skills needed to guide individuals toward mental well-being and personal growth. At the course level, you'll dive into the practical techniques and knowledge foundational to effective counseling.
Through coursework, students learn about communication strategies, ethical practice, and assessment methods. You'll explore areas such as crisis intervention, group therapy processes, and counseling theory, which are vital for building rapport and fostering trust with clients. Skills in active listening and empathy are critical, enabling you to navigate complex emotional dynamics with confidence. As students engage with real-world scenarios, they strengthen their adaptability and responsiveness in varied situations.
The program encourages deep reflection and personal development, allowing you to grow both professionally and personally. By studying these courses, students build a solid foundation for diverse career paths, including roles in schools, community organizations, or health services. Successful graduates often pursue licensure, enabling them to become professional counselors, therapists, or consultants, where they can make a significant impact on others' lives.