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Psychiatry Courses

Psychiatry courses can help you learn diagnostic criteria, therapeutic techniques, and the biological underpinnings of mental health disorders. You can build skills in patient assessment, treatment planning, and effective communication with clients and their families. Many courses introduce tools like psychological assessment instruments and electronic health record systems, that support tracking patient progress and managing treatment plans.

Popular Psychiatry Courses and Certifications


  • U

    Universidades Anáhuac

    Medical Spanish for Healthcare Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Spanish Language, Patient Evaluation, Bilingual (Spanish/English), Hospital Experience, Oral and Dental Care, Medical History Documentation, Patient-centered Care, Health Care, Direct Patient Care, Language Competency, Patient Assistance, Language Learning, Patient Observation, Clinical Practices, Active Listening

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Toronto

    Mental Health and Resilience for Healthcare Workers

    Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Mental Health, Positivity, Personal Development, Stress Management, Psychosocial Assessments, Optimism, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Behavioral Health, Mental Health Therapies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    525 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • 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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    97 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • 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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    95 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Principios de Psicología

    Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Human Learning, Learning Theory, Human Development, Scientific Methods, Sociology, Social Sciences, Science and Research, Research Methodologies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    249 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Salud mental y atención psicosocial

    Skills you'll gain: Community Mental Health Services, Substance Abuse, Stress First Aid, Mental and Behavioral Health, Crisis Intervention, Mental Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Community Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Behavioral Health, Psychosocial Assessments, Community and Social Work, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    165 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    当代应用心理学

    Skills you'll gain: Human Factors, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Psychology, Organizational Leadership, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychological Evaluations, Psychology, Community Mental Health Services, Organizational Effectiveness, Mental Health, Professional Development, Emotional Intelligence, People Management, Leadership Studies, Human Development, Behavior Management, Leadership, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Scientific Methods

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    97 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad Austral

    Introducción a la Psicología

    Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Gerontology, Psychotherapy, Human Development, Human Learning, Learning Theory, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Child Development

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    154 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    Emory University

    The Addicted Brain

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Substance Abuse, Substance Abuse Counseling, Pharmacotherapy, Mental and Behavioral Health, Pharmaceuticals, Drug Interaction, Psychiatry, Social Sciences, Neurology, Vulnerability, Pre-Clinical Development, Health Policy, Laboratory Research, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Public Health, Treatment Planning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2.2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Genetic Underpinnings of Synaptic Disease

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Pharmacotherapy, Clinical Pharmacy, Molecular Biology, Substance Abuse, Mental and Behavioral Health, Neurology, Physiology, Psychology, Biochemistry, Biology, Developmental Disabilities, Science and Research

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    American Psychological Association

    Eating-Related Disorders and Disorders of Sleep

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Nutrition and Diet, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Psychological Evaluations, Psychosocial Assessments, Patient Evaluation, Cultural Diversity, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mental Health Therapies, Health Education, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Pharmacotherapy, Patient Treatment, Clinical Assessment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    Medical Cannabis for Pain Control

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Psychiatry, Patient Safety, Physiology, Pharmaceuticals, Substance Abuse, Pharmacology, Maternal Health, Pharmacotherapy, Ancient History, Oncology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Biology, World History, Biochemistry

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    149 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Medical Spanish for Healthcare Professionals: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Mental Health and Resilience for Healthcare Workers: University of Toronto
  • Salud mental y atención comunitaria: Universidad de los Andes
  • Abordaje del riesgo suicida en adolescentes y jóvenes : Universidad de Chile
  • Principios de Psicología: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Salud mental y atención psicosocial : Universidad de los Andes
  • 当代应用心理学: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • Introducción a la Psicología: Universidad Austral
  • The Addicted Brain: Emory University
  • Genetic Underpinnings of Synaptic Disease: University of Minnesota

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