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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


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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Initiation à la programmation (en Java)

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Java Programming, Java, Computer Programming, Code Reusability, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computational Logic, Program Development, Computational Thinking, Problem Solving, Algorithms, Eclipse (Software)

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Solución de problemas y toma de decisiones

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Problem-Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creative Thinking, Problem Solving, Cognitive flexibility, Brainstorming, Decision Making, Teamwork, Creativity, Meeting Facilitation, Discussion Facilitation, Staff Management, Collaboration, Overcoming Obstacles, Analysis, Goal Setting

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fractal Analytics

    GenAI for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, ChatGPT, Responsible AI, OpenAI, AI literacy, Social Impact, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Organizational Effectiveness, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Operational Efficiency, Human Centered Design, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Natural Language Processing, Strategic Thinking, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

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    473 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Development Across the Lifespan

    Skills you'll gain: Childhood Education and Development, Personal Development, Culture, Mental Health, Prenatal Care, Critical Thinking

    Build toward a degree

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Economía y Finanzas de Empresas

    Skills you'll gain: Business Economics, Market Dynamics, Economics, Economic Development, Financial Policy, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Market Analysis, Public Policies, Business Acumen, International Finance, Consumer Behaviour, Policy Analysis, Supply And Demand, Fiscal Management, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Outbreaks and Epidemics

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Infection Control, Infectious Diseases, Risk Analysis, Public Health, Investigation, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Emergency Response, Case Studies, Statistical Analysis, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Research Methodologies, Statistics, Report Writing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    777 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Questionnaire Design for Social Surveys

    Skills you'll gain: Survey Creation, Surveys, Interviewing Skills, Research Design, Data Collection, Qualitative Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Quantitative Research, Peer Review

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    Coursera

    Compare Stock Returns with Google Sheets

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Portfolio Risk, Google Sheets, Financial Analysis, Risk Management, Quantitative Research, Spreadsheet Software, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Market Data, Probability & Statistics, Descriptive Analytics

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    686 reviews

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    University of Alberta

    Problem Solving, Python Programming, and Video Games

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Video Game Development, Game Design, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Problem Solving, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Program Development, Algorithms, Python Programming, Computer Science, Debugging, Test Planning, Functional Testing, Other Programming Languages

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    University of California, Davis

    Equine Welfare and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health and Disease Prevention, Nutrition and Diet, Preventative Care, Nutrition Care Plans, Injury Prevention, Vital Signs, Safety Assurance, Environment Health And Safety, Sports Medicine, Physiology, Accident Prevention, Health Assessment, Cleanliness, Behavior Management, Emergency Response, Psychology

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    404 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    New York Institute of Finance

    Credit Risk Management: Frameworks and Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Credit Risk, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Financial Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Risk Modeling, Financial Statements, Portfolio Risk, Risk Control, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Securities (Finance), Derivatives, Business Metrics, Analysis, Balance Sheet, Market Data, Portfolio Management, Market Trend

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    454 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    The Power of Team Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Team Building, Team Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Team Motivation, Team Performance Management, Culture, Cultural Sensitivity, Team Collaboration, Diversity Awareness, Culture Transformation, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Organizational Change, Leadership

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    549 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Initiation à la programmation (en Java): École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Solución de problemas y toma de decisiones: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • GenAI for Everyone: Fractal Analytics
  • Development Across the Lifespan: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Economía y Finanzas de Empresas: Universidad de Palermo
  • Outbreaks and Epidemics: Johns Hopkins University
  • Questionnaire Design for Social Surveys: University of Michigan
  • Compare Stock Returns with Google Sheets: Coursera
  • Problem Solving, Python Programming, and Video Games: University of Alberta
  • Equine Welfare and Management: University of California, Davis

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