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Child Psychology Courses

Child psychology courses can help you learn developmental milestones, emotional regulation, behavioral assessment, and the impact of environment on child growth. You can build skills in effective communication with children, understanding attachment styles, and implementing intervention strategies. Many courses introduce tools such as observational techniques, standardized assessments, and play therapy methods, that support applying your knowledge in real-life situations and supporting children's mental health and development.

Popular Child Psychology Courses and Certifications


  • A

    American Psychological Association

    Interviewing Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Interviewing Skills, Research Methodologies, Case Studies, Data Collection, Research, Analytical Skills, Psychology

    ★ 4.7 (18) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Breastfeeding: Public Health Perspectives

    Skills you'll gain: Child Health, Maternal Health, Health Promotion, Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Public Health, Health Equity, Nutrition Education, Community Health, Postpartum Care, Health Policy, Patient Education And Counseling, Infant Care, Family Support, Diversity Awareness, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Surveys, Educational Materials, Environmental Issue, Peer Review

    ★ 4.8 (18) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Introduction to Academic Research

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Research, Trustworthiness, Rapport Building, Research Methodologies, Personal Development, General Science and Research, Research Design, Research and Design, Honesty, Curiosity, Science and Research, Personal Integrity, Professional Development, Communication Strategies, Peer Review, Problem Solving, Psychosocial Assessments, Persistence, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    ★ 4.9 (14) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Money, Risk, and Ethics: The Psychology of Decision-Making

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Accountability Frameworks, Strategic Decision-Making, Risking, Accountability, Complex Problem Solving, Behavioral Economics, Business Ethics, Critical Thinking, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Psychology, Mitigation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    إلهام الأفراد وتحفيزهم

    Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Motivational Skills, Visionary, Constructive Feedback, Team Performance Management, Goal Setting, Team Management, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Drive Engagement, People Development, Recognizing Others, Intercultural Competence, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Employee Engagement, Smart Goals, Performance Management, Expectation Management, Compensation Strategy, Communication

    ★ 4.8 (95) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • T

    The State University of New York

    Mastering Remote Work and Online Study in U.S. in the post-COVID Era

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Professionalism, Business Ethics, Intercultural Competence, Strong Work Ethic, Telecommuting, Cultural Diversity, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Cultural Sensitivity, Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Collaboration, Goal Setting, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Adaptability, Higher Education, digital literacy, Communication

    ★ 4.2 (16) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • T

    The State University of New York

    Child Care as a Business

    Skills you'll gain: Business Planning, Working With Children, Small Business Accounting, Tax Management, Policy Development, Fiscal Management, Parent Communication, Contract Management, Program Standards, Revenue Management, Budgeting, Insurance, Cost Estimation, Payment Processing, Tax Compliance

    ★ 4.8 (19) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Peking University

    Health Care and Promotion for Infants and Toddlers

    Skills you'll gain: Pediatric Nursing, Infant Care, Pediatrics, Child Health, Pediatric First Aid, Nutrition and Diet, Nursing Care, Working With Children, Clinical Nutrition, Oral Health, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Toileting, Infectious Diseases, Dental Care, Respiratory Care, Airway Management, Immunology, Infection Control, Heimlich Maneuver

    ★ 4.9 (21) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    التوازن بين القدرات والتوقعات في بناء الذات

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, Planning, Critical Thinking, Child Development

    ★ 4.8 (51) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Create Customer Personas in Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Analysis, Persona Development, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Insights, Target Audience, Target Market, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Planning, Consumer Behaviour, Social Media, Product Knowledge, Research

    ★ 4.6 (33) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • K

    Kotter

    The Science – and Neuroscience – of Change

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Change Management, Business Transformation, Leadership Studies, Organizational Development, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Organizational Structure, Leadership Development, Case Studies, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Lifelong Learning, Neurology

    ★ 4.6 (51) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Healthy and Sustainable Foods

    Skills you'll gain: Nutritional Assessment, Nutrition and Diet, Food and Beverage, Social Determinants Of Health, Sustainable Development, Health Assessment, Environment, Sustainability Standards, Spreadsheet Software, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Science, Risk Analysis, Cultural Diversity

    ★ 4.5 (25) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular child psychology courses

  • Interviewing Methods: American Psychological Association
  • Breastfeeding: Public Health Perspectives: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Academic Research: University of California, Davis
  • Money, Risk, and Ethics: The Psychology of Decision-Making: University of Pennsylvania
  • إلهام الأفراد وتحفيزهم: University of Michigan
  • Mastering Remote Work and Online Study in U.S. in the post-COVID Era: The State University of New York
  • Child Care as a Business: The State University of New York
  • Health Care and Promotion for Infants and Toddlers: Peking University
  • التوازن بين القدرات والتوقعات في بناء الذات: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Create Customer Personas in Canva: Coursera

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