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.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Psychiatry, Clinical Psychology, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Public Health, Psychology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Policy, Psychiatric And Mental Health Nursing, Neurology, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Science and Research, Epidemiology, Research, Pharmacology, Personal Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The University of Melbourne
Skills you'll gain: Mental Status Examination, Psychiatry, Medical History Documentation, Healthcare Ethics, Psychosocial Assessments, Mental and Behavioral Health, Patient Communication, Cultural Sensitivity, Patient Evaluation, Interpersonal Communications, Interviewing Skills, Rapport Building
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Behavioral Economics, Public Policies, Diversity Awareness, Compassion, Sociology, Culture, Psychology, Cultural Diversity, Mental Health, Resilience, Critical Thinking, Human Development, Social Sciences, Personal Development, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Empathy, Mindfulness, Interpersonal Communications, Relationship Building
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Pediatrics, Working With Children, Cultural Diversity, Family Support, Mental Health, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Child Development, Parent Communication, Child Health, Medical Support, Public Health
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Physiology, Psychology, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Scientific Methods, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Social Skills
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Psychiatry, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Pharmacology, Psychiatric Assessments, Psychotherapy, Psychology, Mental Health Therapies, Patient Evaluation, Neurology, Scientific Methods, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Medical History Documentation, Medical Imaging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Emory University
Skills you'll gain: Mental Concentration, Nutrition and Diet, Anatomy, Mental Health, Lifelong Learning, Stress Management, Preventative Care, Neurology, Exercise Science, Mindfulness, Behavioral Health, Psychology, Cognitive flexibility, Biology, Physiology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychiatry, Psychological Evaluations, Mental Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Patient Evaluation, Behavioral Health, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cultural Diversity, Patient Treatment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Self-Awareness, Mental Health, Mental Concentration, Stress Management, Personal Development, Resilience, Cognitive flexibility, Persistence, Overcoming Obstacles, Patience, Emotional Intelligence
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Psychology, Persuasive Communication, Sociology, Behavior Management, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Research, Diversity Awareness, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Experimentation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychiatry, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychotherapy, Psychiatric Assessments, Cultural Diversity, Psychology, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmacology, Demography
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health Therapies, Human Development, Mental Health, Social Sciences, Scientific Methods, Neurology, Experimentation, Cultural Diversity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months