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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

    Arizona State University

    TESOL Certificate, Part 1: Teach English Now!

    Skills you'll gain: Classroom Management, Lesson Planning, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Teaching, Instructional Design, Pedagogy, Curriculum Planning, Instructional Strategies, Education and Training, Curriculum Development, Language Competency, Digital pedagogy, Train The Trainer, Research, Human Learning, Student Engagement, Literacy, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Critical Thinking

    4.9 stars, 20K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.9 (20K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Trending right now
    Trending right now
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Stanford Online

    Child Nutrition and Cooking

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Education, Cooking, Meal Planning And Preparation, Nutrition and Diet, Child Health, Working With Children, Cultural Sensitivity, Decision Making

    4.8 stars, 10K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (10K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • A

    American Psychological Association

    Ethics of Psychological Research

    Skills you'll gain: Institutional Review Board (IRB), Research, Scientific Methods, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research Methodologies, Case Studies, Informed Consent, Psychology, Research and Design, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness

    4.8 stars, 84 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    Agile Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Backlogs, Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, User Story, Sprint Planning, Agile Product Development, Product Roadmaps, Sprint Retrospectives, Product Requirements, Coaching, Team Management, Team Oriented, Team Building, Organizational Change, Waterfall Methodology, Project Management Software, Prioritization, Problem Solving, Influencing

    4.8 stars, 15K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (15K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The University of Chicago

    Understanding the Brain: The Neurobiology of Everyday Life

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Neurology, Psychology, Physiology, Life Sciences, Anatomy, Behavioral Health, Electrophysiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Blood Pressure, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Language Disorders, Biology

    4.9 stars, 3.3K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (3.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • A

    American Psychological Association

    Methods for Quantitative Research in Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Quantitative Research, Scientific Methods, Research Design, Science and Research, Research Methodologies, Research, Research and Design, Data Collection, Peer Review, Data Analysis, Psychology, Data Validation

    4.8 stars, 193 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Cyber Attacks, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, Risk Mitigation, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Controls, Computer Security, Enterprise Security, Risk Analysis, Information Assurance, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Asset Protection, Event Monitoring, System Monitoring

    4.8 stars, 11K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (11K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Marketing Strategy: Consumer Insight to Positioning

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Communications, Consumer Behaviour, Brand Strategy, Marketing Channel, Product Marketing, Digital Marketing, Advertising Campaigns, Value Propositions, Marketing Analytics, Brand Management, Market Analysis, Promotional Strategies, Market Opportunities, Target Market, Market Research, Digital Transformation, Market Dynamics, Digital Media Strategy

    4.7 stars, 19K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (19K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    Introduction to Philosophy

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Political Sciences, Research, Psychology, Social Studies, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Research Methodologies, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7 stars, 9.7K reviews, Mixed, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (9.7K) · Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • D

    Duke University

    Medical Neuroscience

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Neurology, Physiology, Anatomy, Life Sciences, Electrophysiology, Cell Biology, Psychology, Pathology, Molecular Biology, Substance Abuse

    4.9 stars, 3.1K reviews, Advanced, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.9 (3.1K) · Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Trending right now
    Trending right now
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    IESE Business School

    Organizational Behavior: How to Manage People

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development, Intercultural Competence, Conflict Management, Leadership, Organizational Development, Team Leadership, Management Training And Development, Cultural Sensitivity, Behavior Management, Diversity Awareness

    4.7 stars, 1.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    National Taiwan University

    發展心理學:哲學觀與方法論 (Developmental Psychology: Philosophical Bases and Methodology)

    Skills you'll gain: Childhood Education and Development, Child Development, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Research Methodologies, Research Design, Research, Human Development, Learning Theory, Data Collection, Psychology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Informed Consent

    4.6 stars, 92 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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

  • TESOL Certificate, Part 1: Teach English Now!: Arizona State University
  • Child Nutrition and Cooking: Stanford Online
  • Ethics of Psychological Research: American Psychological Association
  • Agile Project Management: Google
  • Understanding the Brain: The Neurobiology of Everyday Life: The University of Chicago
  • Methods for Quantitative Research in Psychology: American Psychological Association
  • Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks: Google
  • Marketing Strategy: Consumer Insight to Positioning: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Introduction to Philosophy: The University of Edinburgh
  • Medical Neuroscience: Duke University

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