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Early Childhood Education Courses

Early Childhood Education courses can help you learn child development theories, curriculum design, classroom management, and assessment strategies. You can build skills in fostering social-emotional learning, engaging families, and implementing play-based learning approaches. Many courses introduce tools like observation checklists, lesson planning software, and assessment frameworks that support effective teaching practices and enhance the learning environment for young children.


Popular Early Childhood Education Courses and Certifications


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    University of Florida

    Music's Big Bang: The Genesis of Rock 'n' Roll

    Skills you'll gain: Music History, Music, World Music, Culture

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    University of Michigan

    Accounting for Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Accounting, Ledgers (Accounting), General Accounting, Financial Acumen, Revenue Management, Inventory Control Systems, Inventory Management, Decision Making

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    IBM

    Developing Interpersonal Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Interpersonal Communications, Conflict Management, Constructive Feedback, Social Skills, Trustworthiness, Relationship Building, Business Communication, Collaboration, Communication, Communication Strategies, Professional Development, Assertiveness, Influencing, Non-Verbal Communication, People Management

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    University of London

    International Business Environment

    Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, International Finance, Market Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Global Marketing, Business Analysis, Analysis, Business, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Management, Product Management, Cultural Diversity, Culture

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Federal Taxation I: Individuals, Employees, and Sole Proprietors

    Skills you'll gain: Tax Preparation, Tax Returns, Income Tax, Payroll Tax, Tax, Tax Laws, Payroll, Revenue Recognition, Expense Management, Compensation and Benefits

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Secure Software Design

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Software Design, Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Unified Modeling Language, Unit Testing, Threat Modeling, Usability Testing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Software Architecture, Secure Coding, Object Oriented Design, Software Design Patterns, Database Management, Security Software, Systems Design, Software Development Life Cycle, Technical Design

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Berklee

    The DIY Musician

    Skills you'll gain: Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Peer Review, Brand Strategy, Professional Networking, Social Media, Branding, Sustainable Business, Music Performance, Leadership, Media Production, Campaign Management, Instrumental Music, Automation, Marketing, Relationship Building, Entrepreneurship, File Management

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Wonders of Ancient Egypt

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Ancient History, World History, Anthropology, Research Methodologies

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Global Diplomacy – Diplomacy in the Modern World

    Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Mediation, Intercultural Competence, Public Affairs, World History, Conflict Management, Policy Analysis

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    Kennesaw State University

    Business Model Canvas: A Tool for Entrepreneurs and Innovators (Project-Centered Course)

    Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Business Modeling, Presentations, Customer Analysis, Innovation, Customer Relationship Management, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Channel, Business Strategy, Strategic Partnership, Cost Management, Revenue Management, Resource Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Educación Matemática para profesores de infantil. Curso 2

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematics Education, Systems Of Measurement, Arithmetic, Geometry, Logical Reasoning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Influencing: Storytelling, Change Management and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Persuasive Communication, Storytelling, Influencing, Governance, Risk Management, Change Management, Organizational Change, Communication, Conflict Management, Leadership, Business Transformation, Risk Analysis, Negotiation, Operational Risk, Business Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Intercultural Competence, Stakeholder Management, Process Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular early childhood education courses

  • Music's Big Bang: The Genesis of Rock 'n' Roll: University of Florida
  • Accounting for Decision Making: University of Michigan
  • Developing Interpersonal Skills : IBM
  • International Business Environment: University of London
  • Federal Taxation I: Individuals, Employees, and Sole Proprietors: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Secure Software Design: University of Colorado System
  • The DIY Musician: Berklee
  • Wonders of Ancient Egypt: University of Pennsylvania
  • Global Diplomacy – Diplomacy in the Modern World: University of London
  • Business Model Canvas: A Tool for Entrepreneurs and Innovators (Project-Centered Course): Kennesaw State University

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