Free Online Mental Health Courses & MOOCs

Coursera

University of Geneva

Mentaliser : de la théorie à l’intervention clinique (Coursera)

Health & Society

Dans ce MOOC intitulé 'Mentaliser: De la Théorie à l'Intervention Clinique', vous plongerez au cœur de la notion de mentalisation, un concept-clé pour comprendre les interactions humaines et améliorer les pratiques en santé mentale. Ce cours vous offre une compréhension profonde de ce qu'est le mentaliser, comment il se développe, ainsi que son application pratique dans le domaine clinique.

Sep 7th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Emotions Mental Health Coursera Plus

FutureLearn

Coventry University

Managing Mental Health and Stress (FutureLearn)

Health & Society

During the coronavirus outbreak, maintaining good mental health is crucial. This FutureLearn course offers insights into understanding mental health, identifying stress signs, and strategies for managing work-related stress. Join us to learn how to prioritize your mental well-being in these trying times.

Self Paced

2 Weeks

Stress Management Mental Health Stress

FutureLearn

University of York

Introduction to Behavioural Activation for Depression (FutureLearn)

Health & Society

Dive into the world of behavioral activation and understand its role in managing depression through everyday activities. This three-week course on FutureLearn will equip you with essential knowledge about depression, its triggers, and how engaging in daily tasks can dramatically improve your mood. Learn from experts and apply practical strategies to enhance your mental well-being.

Self Paced

3 Weeks

Depression Mental Health Behavioural Activation

FutureLearn

Monash University,Project 39A

Forensic Mental Health and Criminal Justice (FutureLearn)

Health & Society Law

Dive into the complex relationship between mental health and the criminal justice system with our comprehensive online course. Learn how to navigate cases involving individuals with mental health issues, ensuring a fair trial process and improving access to justice. This course is designed for legal professionals, forensic practitioners, and anyone interested in the intersection of law and mental health.

Self Paced

4 Weeks

Criminal Law Mental Health Criminal Justice

FutureLearn

UK Health Security Agency

Psychological First Aid: Supporting Children and Young People (FutureLearn)

Health & Society

Discover how to provide effective psychological first aid for children and young people during emergencies on this 3-week online course. Gain the skills needed to support their mental well-being and learn techniques recommended globally for crisis situations.

Self Paced

3 Weeks

Children Mental Health Psychological First Aid

FutureLearn

INTO FILM

Mindfulness Through Film (FutureLearn)

Education Health & Society

Discover how watching and creating films can be a powerful tool for introducing mindfulness practices in secondary education. This online course, developed by FutureLearn in collaboration with the Mental Health Foundation, explores film-based strategies to help educators and students alike benefit from mindfulness techniques. Learn to use the art of cinema to foster mental health awareness and develop essential life skills.

Self Paced

2 Weeks

Film Mindfulness Mental Health

FutureLearn

University of Glasgow

Supporting young people’s mental wellbeing post-COVID (FutureLearn)

Education Health & Society

In this two-week online course, we reflect on how the COVID pandemic has affected young people's mental wellbeing and explore effective strategies for support in a post-COVID world. Learn about the psychological effects of trauma on child development and discover practical methods to foster emotional resilience and social connections among youth.

Self Paced

2 Weeks

Mental Health Trauma Young People

EdX

University of Alaska Fairbanks,AlaskaX

Areas of Social Work Practice (edX)

Social Sciences

Dive into the multifaceted field of social work with our Areas of Social Work Practice course. Explore the context for social work, including diverse human needs, services, policies, and career opportunities in both rural and urban settings across Alaska and beyond.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Ethics Poverty Mental Health

Mental Health History and Treatment (edX)

EdX

University of Alaska Fairbanks,AlaskaX

Mental Health History and Treatment (edX)

Health & Society Social Sciences

Discover how our understanding and treatment of mental health have evolved over time with this enlightening course. From ancient beliefs to modern therapies, learn about the diagnoses, treatments, and social factors influencing mental health care in America today.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Health Mental Health Mental Health in Social Work Professional Certificate