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      Stanford University

      Teaching LGBTQ+ Health

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Education And Counseling, Health Disparities, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Health Equity, Instructing, Health Education, Education and Training, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Care, Health Assessment, Community Health, Interactive Learning, Behavioral Health, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Patient Communication, Cultural Responsiveness, Medical Terminology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Antibióticos ¿cuándo, cómo y para qué?

      Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Medical Prescription, Pharmacotherapy, Infectious Diseases, Pharmacology, Public Health, Microbiology, Community Health, Patient Education And Counseling

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      66 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Guidance processes in Vocational Education and Training

      Skills you'll gain: Student Support and Services, Academic Advising, Education and Training, Training Programs, Student Engagement, Adult Education, Higher Education, Mentorship, Lifelong Learning, Curriculum Development

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      A Consultative Approach to Working with Recruiters

      Skills you'll gain: Recruitment, Human Resources, Talent Management, Recruitment Strategies, Talent Acquisition, Consultative Approaches, Interviewing Skills, Coordination, Communication Strategies

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Enfermedad respiratoria crónica. Asma - EPOC

      Skills you'll gain: Chronic Diseases, Pulmonology, Diagnostic Tests, Patient Evaluation, Respiratory Care, Laboratory Testing, Pathology, Pulmonary Function Testing, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Patient Education And Counseling, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Clinical Assessment, Preventative Care, Pharmacotherapy, Patient Treatment

      4.8
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      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, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Care, Long Term Care, Health Systems, Patient Education And Counseling, Communication Disorders, Patient-centered Care, Disabilities

      4.7
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      16 reviews

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      Stanford University

      Palliative Care Always Capstone Course

      Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Caregiving, Patient-centered Care, Compassion, Patient Advocacy, Pain Management, Telehealth, Family Support, Stress Management, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Community Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Empathy, Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      UBITS

      Mejora tu salud física y mental con técnicas psicocorporales

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mindfulness, Personal Care, Pain Management, Mental Health, Resilience, Behavioral Health, Self-Awareness, Exercise Therapy, Neurology, Physiology, Anatomy

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Holistic Weight Management

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Psychosocial Assessments, Mental Health, Exercise Science, Social Determinants Of Health, Nutritional Assessment, Social Sciences, Nutrition and Diet, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Health And Wellness Coaching, Kinesiology, Medical Devices, Nutrition Counseling, Coaching, Clinical Nutrition, Physical Stamina, Health Assessment

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      Faster Together, Enhancing the Recruitment of Marginalized Communities in Clinical Trials

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Informed Consent, Clinical Research, Patient Education And Counseling, Community Outreach, Clinical Trials, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Clinical Research Ethics, Research, Healthcare Ethics, Diversity Awareness, Community Health, Cultural Responsiveness, Rapport Building, Patient Referral, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Psychosocial and Spiritual Aspects of Palliative Care

      Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Patient Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Care Management, Patient Advocacy, Psychosocial Assessments, Family Support, Mental Health, Stress Management, Cultural Diversity

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

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      University of Minnesota

      Acupressure Essentials: Pressure Point Techniques for Symptom Management and Self-Care

      Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Mindfulness, Manual Therapy, Treatment Planning, Clinical Practices, Clinical Assessment, Mental Health, Patient Communication

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

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

    • Teaching LGBTQ+ Health: Stanford University
    • Antibióticos ¿cuándo, cómo y para qué?: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Guidance processes in Vocational Education and Training: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • A Consultative Approach to Working with Recruiters: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
    • Enfermedad respiratoria crónica. Asma - EPOC: Universidad de los Andes
    • A Public Health Approach to Hearing Loss and Aging: Johns Hopkins University
    • Palliative Care Always Capstone Course: Stanford University
    • Mejora tu salud física y mental con técnicas psicocorporales: UBITS
    • Holistic Weight Management: National Academy of Sports Medicine
    • Faster Together, Enhancing the Recruitment of Marginalized Communities in Clinical Trials: Vanderbilt University

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