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Mental health courses can help you learn about psychological theories, emotional well-being strategies, and the impact of mental health on daily life. You can build skills in active listening, crisis intervention, and developing coping mechanisms for stress and anxiety. Many courses introduce tools such as mindfulness apps, cognitive behavioral techniques, and assessment frameworks to support mental health practices and enhance personal resilience.


Popular Mental Health Courses and Certifications


  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Salud mental y atención comunitaria

    Skills you'll gain: Community Mental Health Services, Stress First Aid, Mental Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Community Health, Cultural Diversity, Crisis Intervention, Mental Health Counseling, Community Development, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Social Determinants Of Health, Diversity Awareness, Health Disparities, Substance Abuse, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Health, First Aid, Health Equity, Health Promotion, Patient Education And Counseling

    ā˜… 4.8 (97) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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  • N

    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Psychosocial Aspects of Obesity

    Skills you'll gain: Mental and Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychosocial Assessments, Mental Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Social Sciences, Behavior Management, Nutrition and Diet, Social Impact

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    PsicologĆ­a de la salud

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Oncology, Health Promotion, Behavioral Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychosocial Assessments, Mental Health, Preventative Care, Chronic Diseases, Psychology, Exercise Science, Habit Formation, Neurology, Endocrinology, Immunology

    ā˜… 4.8 (95) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Alberta

    Cognitive Vitality in a Dynamic Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Crisis Management, Workplace inclusivity, Human Resource Policies, Safety Culture, Stress Management, Human Resources, Recognizing Others, Communication, Resilience, Compassion, Self-Awareness, Mindfulness, Trustworthiness

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • R

    Rice University

    Mindfulness and Well-being: Living with Balance and Ease

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Stress Management, Resilience, Mindfulness, Resourcefulness, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Compassion, Mental Health, Meditation & Breathwork, Overcoming Obstacles, Personal Care, Emotional Intelligence, Behavioral Health, Habit Formation

    ā˜… 4.8 (387) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Major Depression in the Population: A Public Health Approach

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health and Disease Prevention, Community Mental Health Services, Research Methodologies, Health Policy, Public Health, Epidemiology, Mental Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Research Design, Health Disparities, Maternal Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychiatry, Mental and Behavioral Health, Health Equity, Mental Health Therapies, Cultural Sensitivity

    ā˜… 4.7 (383) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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    Credit offered
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Public Health in Humanitarian Crises 1

    Skills you'll gain: Sanitation, Crisis Intervention, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Water Resources, Social and Human Services, Chronic Diseases, Emergency Response, Nutritional Assessment, Environment Health And Safety, Nutrition and Diet, Community Health, Health Systems, Water Sustainability, Environmental Resource Management, Epidemiology, Health Care, Infectious Diseases, Mitigation, Patient Treatment

    ā˜… 4.8 (572) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    Universidad de Chile

    Abordaje del riesgo suicida en adolescentes y jóvenes

    Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Crisis Intervention, Mental Health, Pediatrics, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Emergency Response, Risk Analysis, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychiatric Assessments, Family Support, Psychosocial Assessments, Mental and Behavioral Health, Clinical Assessment, Media and Communications

    ā˜… 4.9 (95) Ā· Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • R

    Rice University

    Mindfulness and Well-being: Peace in, Peace Out

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Active Listening, Compassion, Meditation & Breathwork, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Communication, Social Impact, Relationship Building, Social Justice

    ā˜… 4.9 (57) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Mindfulness: An Approach to Stress Reduction

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mindfulness, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Meditation & Breathwork, Creativity, Mental Health, Mental Concentration

    ā˜… 4.8 (103) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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    Credit offered
  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Entendiendo la depresión a lo largo del ciclo vital

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Psychiatry, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Pediatrics, Psychotherapy, Mental Health Therapies, Patient Treatment, Pharmacotherapy, Chronic Diseases, Psychosocial Assessments, Psychiatric Assessments, Child Development, Working With Children, Precision Medicine, Psychological Evaluations, Public Health, Patient Evaluation, Clinical Assessment

    ā˜… 4.9 (156) Ā· Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Credit offered
  • W

    Wesleyan University

    History of Mental Illness

    Skills you'll gain: Psychiatry, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychology, Psychotherapy, Mental Health Therapies, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacotherapy

    ā˜… 4.6 (153) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular mental health courses

  • Salud mental y atención comunitaria:Ā Universidad de los Andes
  • Psychosocial Aspects of Obesity:Ā National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • PsicologĆ­a de la salud:Ā Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Cognitive Vitality in a Dynamic Workplace :Ā University of Alberta
  • Mindfulness and Well-being: Living with Balance and Ease:Ā Rice University
  • Major Depression in the Population: A Public Health Approach:Ā Johns Hopkins University
  • Public Health in Humanitarian Crises 1:Ā Johns Hopkins University
  • Abordaje del riesgo suicida en adolescentes y jóvenes :Ā Universidad de Chile
  • Mindfulness and Well-being: Peace in, Peace Out:Ā Rice University
  • Mindfulness: An Approach to Stress Reduction:Ā Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

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