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    Child psychology courses can help you learn how children grow, think, feel, and behave by exploring cognitive, emotional, and social development.

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Mind and Machine

      Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Computational Thinking, Computer Vision, Game Theory, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Statistical Modeling, Probability Distribution, Behavioral Economics, Algorithms, Human Development, Analytical Skills, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Graphics, Artificial Intelligence, Psychology, Human Learning, Human Factors, Theoretical Computer Science, Human Machine Interfaces

      4.4
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Cape Town

      Severe to Profound Intellectual Disability: Circles of Care and Education

      Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Developmental Disabilities, Disabilities, Working With Children, Caregiving, Training Programs, Teaching, Human Learning, Special Education, Child Development, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Community Mental Health Services, Advocacy, Care Coordination, Learning Strategies, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      191 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Capstone: Applying Project Management in the Real World

      Skills you'll gain: Requirements Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, Milestones (Project Management), Management Reporting, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Negotiation, Quality Management, Project Scoping, Project Documentation, Project Planning, Interviewing Skills, Communication Strategies, Problem Solving

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      13K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Introduction to Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Go To Market Strategy, Branding, Consumer Behaviour, Strategic Marketing, Marketing, Brand Strategy, Communication Strategies, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Marketing Communications, Customer experience strategy (CX), Brand Loyalty, Customer Insights, Brand Awareness, Price Negotiation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      13K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Toronto

      Mind Control: Managing Your Mental Health During COVID-19

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mental Health, Resilience, Crisis Intervention, Mindfulness, Preventative Care, Empathy, Psychology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Social Skills

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      8.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Canva Thumbnail Design Masterclass: Get More Clicks

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Content Performance Analysis, Photo Editing, Web Analytics, Content Creation, Graphic and Visual Design, Photography, Marketing Psychology, Color Theory, Branding

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Cognitive Sciences

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Agentic systems, Psychology, Anthropology, Human Learning, Human Development, Science and Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tel Aviv University

      Understanding Plants - Part I: What a Plant Knows

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, General Science and Research, Biology, Research, Life Sciences, Psychology, Environmental Science, Molecular Biology, Chemistry

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Discovering Dairy: What's in Your Milk?

      Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Child Health, Anatomy, Preventative Care, Nutrition and Diet, Biochemistry, Nutrition Education, Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia

      Pricing Strategy Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Price Negotiation, Market Dynamics, Product Lifecycle Management, Revenue Management, Competitive Analysis, Target Market, Global Marketing, Market Share, Consumer Behaviour, Business Strategy, Product Strategy, Marketing Psychology, Marketing, Cost Accounting, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, Value Propositions, Strategic Marketing, Economics, Demand Planning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Chicken Behaviour and Welfare

      Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Behavior Management, Behavioral Health, Learning Theory, Human Learning, Health Assessment, Psychology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

      Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Creation, Social Media Strategy, Target Audience, Client Services, Social Media, Content Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Google Analytics, Forecasting, Content Development and Management, Digital Marketing, Expectation Management, User Research, Content Marketing, Marketing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      13K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Mind and Machine: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Severe to Profound Intellectual Disability: Circles of Care and Education: University of Cape Town
    • Capstone: Applying Project Management in the Real World: Google
    • Introduction to Marketing: University of Pennsylvania
    • Mind Control: Managing Your Mental Health During COVID-19: University of Toronto
    • Canva Thumbnail Design Masterclass: Get More Clicks: Skillshare
    • Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Cognitive Sciences: The University of Edinburgh
    • Understanding Plants - Part I: What a Plant Knows: Tel Aviv University
    • Discovering Dairy: What's in Your Milk?: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Pricing Strategy Optimization: University of Virginia

    Why Learn Child Psychology?

    Child psychology focuses on understanding how children develop from infancy through adolescence. It examines learning, behavior, emotional well-being, and relationships to support healthy growth. Learning child psychology can help you better support children in educational, clinical, or caregiving settings and build a foundation for careers in psychology, education, or child development.

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