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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


  • I

    Imperial College London

    Creative Thinking: Techniques and Tools for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Creativity, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Analysis

    4.7 stars, 5.2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (5.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Alberta

    Software Product Management

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Project Risk Management, Requirements Analysis, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Kanban Principles, Risk Management, Requirements Elicitation, Sprint Retrospectives, Functional Requirement, Sprint Planning, Software Development Methodologies, Agile Product Development, Software Development, Risk Analysis, Scrum (Software Development), Software Technical Review, Risk Management Framework, Product Management, Project Management

    4.7 stars, 12K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (12K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • T

    The University of Melbourne

    Foundations of International Psychiatry

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Status Examination, Psychiatry, Medical History Documentation, Psychiatric Assessments, Healthcare Ethics, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychosocial Assessments, Intercultural Competence, Mental and Behavioral Health, Patient Communication, Cultural Sensitivity, Patient Evaluation, Mental Health, Interpersonal Communications, Interviewing Skills, Rapport Building, Patient Observation, Psychological Evaluations

    4.7 stars, 201 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (201) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Business Analytics with Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Modeling, Operations Research, Regression Analysis, Network Model, Resource Allocation, Excel Macros, Business Analytics, Decision Making, Risk Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Microsoft Excel, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Modeling, Business Modeling, Financial Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Excel Formulas, Business, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis

    4.8 stars, 4.1K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (4.1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • U

    University of Virginia

    Marketing Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Strategies, Regression Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Branding, Brand Management, Resource Allocation, Customer Analysis, Customer Insights, Predictive Analytics, Brand Strategy, Statistical Analysis, A/B Testing, Consumer Behaviour, Return On Investment, Statistical Methods

    4.7 stars, 6.5K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (6.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Business Analytics with Excel: Elementary to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Modeling, Operations Research, Regression Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Business Analytics, Risk Analysis, Business Modeling, Data Modeling, Financial Modeling, Business Analysis, Risk Management, Resource Allocation, Statistical Analysis, Decision Intelligence, Mathematical Modeling, Process Optimization, Statistical Methods, Spreadsheet Software, Predictive Analytics, Transportation Operations

    4.8 stars, 4.1K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (4.1K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • T

    The University of Sydney

    Positive Psychiatry and Mental Health

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Community Mental Health Services, Resilience, Psychiatry, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Positivity, Mental Health Therapies, Stress Management, Rehabilitation, Psychotherapy, Personal Care, Cultural Responsiveness, Psychology, Creativity, Mindfulness, Relationship Building, Exercise Therapy

    4.8 stars, 3.9K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (3.9K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Inspiring and Motivating Individuals

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Team Motivation, Visionary, Motivational Skills, Smart Goals, Team Performance Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Employee Engagement, Constructive Feedback, Cultural Responsiveness, Employee Performance Management, Communication, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, Drive Engagement, Performance Appraisal, Leadership Development, People Development, Influencing, Industrial and Organizational Psychology

    4.8 stars, 6.1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (6.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Viral Marketing and How to Craft Contagious Content

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Social Media Strategy, Content Marketing, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Shared Media, Consumer Behaviour, Driving engagement, Marketing Communications, Content Creation, Influencing, Social Media Campaigns, Persuasive Communication, Advertising, Marketing, Earned Media, Marketing Psychology, Promotional Strategies, Decision Making

    4.8 stars, 5.3K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (5.3K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Toronto

    Mind Control: Managing Your Mental Health During COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mental Health, Mental Concentration, Resilience, Meditation & Breathwork, Mindfulness, Behavior Management, Preventative Care, Sensory Systems Analysis, Relationship Building, Social Skills

    4.8 stars, 8.6K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (8.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • D

    Duke University

    Dog Emotion and Cognition

    Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Learning Theory, Training Programs, Social Sciences, Experimentation, Research, Science and Research, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Scientific Methods, Non-Verbal Communication, Biology

    4.7 stars, 4.7K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (4.7K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Geneva

    Investment Management

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Wealth Management, Risk Management, Financial Systems, Investment Management, Financial Market, Portfolio Risk, Capital Markets, Risk Analysis, Risk Modeling, Investments, Asset Management, Performance Measurement, Market Dynamics, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Financial Planning, Securities (Finance), Risk Appetite, Finance, Equities

    4.7 stars, 7.8K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (7.8K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Creative Thinking: Techniques and Tools for Success: Imperial College London
  • Software Product Management: University of Alberta
  • Foundations of International Psychiatry: The University of Melbourne
  • Business Analytics with Excel: Johns Hopkins University
  • Marketing Analytics: University of Virginia
  • Business Analytics with Excel: Elementary to Advanced: Johns Hopkins University
  • Positive Psychiatry and Mental Health: The University of Sydney
  • Inspiring and Motivating Individuals: University of Michigan
  • Viral Marketing and How to Craft Contagious Content: University of Pennsylvania
  • Mind Control: Managing Your Mental Health During COVID-19: University of Toronto

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