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      Cinematic Health

      Exploring the Role of the Certified Nursing Assistant

      Skills you'll gain: Developmental Disabilities, Vital Signs, Respiratory Care, Caregiving, Rehabilitation, Pulmonology, Personal Care, Cardiology, Care Management, Nursing Care, Chronic Diseases, Long Term Care, Patient Education and Support, Communication Strategies, Home Health Care and Assisted Living, Mental Health, Direct Patient Care, Nursing, Nursing Homes, Mental and Behavioral Health

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Getting Started as a Personal Fitness Trainer

      Skills you'll gain: Health Assessment, Goal Setting, Preventative Care, Patient Evaluation, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Behavioral Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Treatment Planning, Motivational Skills, Public Health, Overcoming Obstacles, Chronic Diseases, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      121 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Introduction to Cataract Surgery

      Skills you'll gain: Anesthesiology, Operating Room (OR), Surgery, Patient Preparation, Patient Evaluation, Medical Equipment and Technology, Pharmacology, Patient Education And Counseling

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      277 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Thriving 101: Designing a Fulfilling Life & Career

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Personal Development, Positivity, Optimism, Productivity, Goal Setting, Time Management, Growth Mindedness, Self-Awareness, Design Thinking, Psychology, Creative Thinking, Empathy, Mindfulness

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Patient Safety, Health Policy, Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, Patient Education And Counseling, Healthcare Ethics, Health Care, Mental Health Therapies, Health Assessment, Clinical Research, Regulatory Compliance, Science and Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      460 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Salud mental y atención comunitaria

      Skills you'll gain: Community Mental Health Services, Crisis Intervention, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Cultural Diversity, Mental Health, Community Health, Rehabilitation, Behavioral Health, Motivational Interviewing, Preventative Care, Health Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Care Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      95 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Sydney

      Life, Health and Radiation

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Imaging, Radiation Protection, Radiology, Radiography, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Medical Ultrasonography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Patient Education And Counseling, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Biology, Physics, Chemistry

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Aromatherapy: Clinical Use of Essential Oils

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Clinical Leadership, Clinical Research, Pharmacology, Health And Safety Standards, Chemistry, Stress Management, Health Care, Regulatory Compliance, Patient Education And Counseling

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      494 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Geneva

      A life with ADHD

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Skills, Mental Concentration, Behavior Management, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychiatry, Human Development, Psychological Evaluations, Working With Children, Psychotherapy, Family Medicine, Child Development, Patient Education And Counseling, Pharmacology

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      70 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      El rol docente del médico residente

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Leadership, Constructive Feedback, Clinical Supervision, Conflict Management, Leadership, Train The Trainer, Clinical Experience, Patient Education And Counseling, Empathy, Verbal Communication Skills, Hospital Medicine, Communication, Learning Strategies, Public Speaking, Organizational Skills

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      236 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Psicología de la salud

      Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Health Care, Psychology, Public Health, Chronic Diseases, Stress Management, Medical Science and Research, Nutrition and Diet

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Novartis

      Fundamentals of Good Clinical Practice: Recruitment & Trial

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Healthcare Ethics, Record Keeping, Patient Registration, Regulatory Compliance, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Safety

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      160 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Exploring the Role of the Certified Nursing Assistant: Cinematic Health
    • Getting Started as a Personal Fitness Trainer: National Academy of Sports Medicine
    • Introduction to Cataract Surgery: University of Michigan
    • Thriving 101: Designing a Fulfilling Life & Career: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Introduction to Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices: University of Minnesota
    • Salud mental y atención comunitaria: Universidad de los Andes
    • Life, Health and Radiation: The University of Sydney
    • Aromatherapy: Clinical Use of Essential Oils: University of Minnesota
    • A life with ADHD: University of Geneva
    • El rol docente del médico residente: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

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