Counselors come from a great variety of backgrounds often with roots in a range of helping professions. Every counselor needs to keep abreast of the latest developments in theory and practice to ensure they are offering evidence-based interventions that meet the needs of specific client groups. Once qualified, all Counselors will also need to renew their professional memberships and licensure through participation in continuing professional education. In this article, we expand on why developing your counseling skills as a licensed practitioner is important before exploring the best courses for counselors, both in person and online. Before you continue, we thought you might like to download our three Positive Psychology Exercises for free. These science-based exercises will explore fundamental aspects of positive psychology including strengths, values, and self-compassion, and will give you the tools to enhance the wellbeing of your clients, students, or employees.