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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

    Disorders Due to Substance Use and Addictive Behaviors

    Skills you'll gain: Substance Abuse, Mental and Behavioral Health, Substance Abuse Counseling, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychiatry, Behavioral Health, Patient Evaluation, Clinical Psychology, Epidemiology, Pharmacology, Mental Health Therapies, Neurology, Demography, Pharmacotherapy, Psychology, Culture

    4.8 stars, 93 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    The Newborn Assessment

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Postpartum Care, Pulmonology, Health Assessment, Infant Care, Vital Signs, Cardiology, Respiratory Care, Clinical Assessment, Patient Observation, Child Health, Diagnostic Tests, Medical Equipment and Technology, Pediatrics, Respiration, Anatomy

    4.9 stars, 300 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (300) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of London

    Introduction to Who Wrote Shakespeare

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Research, Psychology, Investigation, Writing, European History

    4.7 stars, 261 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (261) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Pittsburgh

    Disability Awareness and Support

    Skills you'll gain: Educational Materials, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Disabilities, Education and Training, Adaptive Equipment, Instructional Design, Education Software and Technology, Case Studies, Diversity Training, Student Support and Services, Student Services, Diversity Awareness, Higher Education, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

    4.6 stars, 333 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (333) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Retail Marketing Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Customer experience strategy (CX), Brand Strategy, Brand Management, Branding, Customer experience improvement, Marketing Strategies, Customer Insights, Brand Loyalty, Cross-Channel Marketing, Global Marketing, Market Trend, Consumer Behaviour, Competitive Analysis, Innovation, E-Commerce

    4.8 stars, 300 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Guidance to Keep Newborn Babies Safe and Healthy

    Skills you'll gain: Infant Care, Postpartum Care, Child Health, Working With Children, Child Development, Injury Prevention, Nutrition and Diet, Safety Standards, Accident Prevention, Patient Education And Counseling, Caregiving, Family Support, Stress Management

    4.8 stars, 230 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • 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 stars, 166 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Leadership and organizational behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Leadership, Leadership Studies, Leadership and Management, Influencing, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Motivational Skills, Leadership Development, Drive Engagement, Professional Networking, Strategic Leadership, Persuasive Communication, Organizational Effectiveness, Stress Management, Team Motivation, Employee Engagement, Empowerment, Business Ethics

    4.5 stars, 213 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Business Analysis: Key Definitions & Strategy Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Process Analysis, Business Analysis, Risk Analysis, Business Systems Analysis, Business Process, Business Modeling, Business Process Improvement, Business Analysis Tools, Business Requirements, Business Strategies, Strategic Planning, Business Process Modeling, Systems Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy, Risk Mitigation, Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Case Studies, Project Risk Management

    4.8 stars, 212 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (212) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Neuroscience of Leadership: Leading with Your Brain

    Skills you'll gain: Tenacity, Team Motivation, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Leadership, Persistence, Diversity Awareness, Dealing With Ambiguity, Team Leadership, Organizational Change, Creativity, Personal Development, Leadership, Resilience, Employee Engagement, Strategic Leadership, Coaching, Innovation, Change Management, Psychology, Storytelling

    4.7 stars, 170 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (170) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    SEL for Students: A Path to Social Emotional Well-Being

    Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Childhood Education and Development, Program Standards, Education and Training, School Counseling, Child Development, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Curriculum Planning, Training Programs, Goal Setting, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Pedagogy, Social Skills, Human Development, Research, Empathy

    4.8 stars, 326 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (326) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    Google Agile Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Scrum (Software Development), Agile Project Management, Backlogs, Agile Software Development, Sprint Planning, Agile Methodology, User Story, Agile Product Development, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Project Estimation, Product Requirements, Waterfall Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Project Performance, Kanban Principles, Product Management, Project Management, Prioritization, Estimation, Problem Solving

    4.8 stars, 133 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (133) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Bestseller
    Bestseller
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular child psychology courses

  • Disorders Due to Substance Use and Addictive Behaviors: American Psychological Association
  • The Newborn Assessment: University of Colorado System
  • Introduction to Who Wrote Shakespeare: University of London
  • Disability Awareness and Support: University of Pittsburgh
  • Retail Marketing Strategy: University of Pennsylvania
  • Guidance to Keep Newborn Babies Safe and Healthy: University of Colorado System
  • Salud mental y atención psicosocial: Universidad de los Andes
  • Leadership and organizational behavior: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Business Analysis: Key Definitions & Strategy Analysis: STARWEAVER
  • Neuroscience of Leadership: Leading with Your Brain: University of Colorado Boulder

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