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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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    Wesleyan University

    History of Mental Illness

    Skills you'll gain: Psychiatry, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health, Psychiatric Assessments, Psychology, Mental Health Therapies, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Pharmacotherapy

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    TecnolĂłgico de Monterrey

    Fundamentos de la PsicologĂ­a

    Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Personal Development, Oncology, Health Promotion, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Social Work, Empowerment, Health Care, Human Learning, Self-Awareness, Mental Health, Positive Behavior Support, Community Development, Resilience, Human Development, Scientific Methods, Social Sciences, Culture

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    Yale University

    Financial Markets

    Skills you'll gain: Investment Banking, Risk Management, Financial Market, Financial Regulation, Financial Services, Finance, Business Risk Management, Securities (Finance), Financial Policy, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Capital Markets, Behavioral Economics, Banking, Corporate Finance, Governance, Investments, Insurance, Underwriting, Derivatives, Market Dynamics

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    Wesleyan University

    Schizophrenia

    Skills you'll gain: Psychiatry, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Pharmacology, Psychiatric Assessments, Psychotherapy, Psychology, Mental Health Therapies, Patient Evaluation, Neurology, Scientific Methods, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Medical History Documentation, Medical Imaging

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    American Psychological Association

    Psychology of Group Behaviors

    Skills you'll gain: Behavior Management, Psychology, Sociology, Social Sciences, Research, Case Studies

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Introduction to Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Scientific Methods, Human Learning, Human Development, Learning Theory, Culture, Biology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Case Studies, Statistical Analysis

    Build toward a degree

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    University of Toronto

    The Arts and Science of Relationships: Understanding Human Needs

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Social Skills, Active Listening, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Needs Assessment, Assertiveness, Psychology, Cultural Diversity

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    Universidad de Palermo

    PsicologĂ­a

    Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Human Learning, Learning Theory, Creativity, Human Development, Self-Awareness, Culture, Learning Styles, Language Disorders, Cognitive flexibility, Personal Development, Psychological Evaluations, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Emotional Intelligence, Diversity Awareness

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Salud mental y atenciĂłn psicosocial

    Skills you'll gain: Community Mental Health Services, Substance Abuse, Stress First Aid, Crisis Intervention, Mental Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Community Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Behavioral Health, Psychosocial Assessments, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Ask Questions to Make Data-Driven Decisions

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Spreadsheet Software, Stakeholder Communications, Dashboard, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Business Analysis, Expectation Management, Quantitative Research, Problem Solving, Smart Goals

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    University of Toronto

    Learn Interpersonal Psychotherapy

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Evaluation, Interpersonal Communications, Psychotherapy, Mental Health Therapies, Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, Rapport Building, Interactive Learning, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Case Studies, Mental Health, Clinical Practices

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    TecnolĂłgico de Monterrey

    Principios de PsicologĂ­a

    Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Human Learning, Human Development, Scientific Methods, Social Sciences, Culture, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Research

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • History of Mental Illness: Wesleyan University
  • Fundamentos de la PsicologĂ­a: TecnolĂłgico de Monterrey
  • Financial Markets: Yale University
  • Schizophrenia: Wesleyan University
  • Psychology of Group Behaviors: American Psychological Association
  • Introduction to Psychology: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • The Arts and Science of Relationships: Understanding Human Needs: University of Toronto
  • PsicologĂ­a : Universidad de Palermo
  • Salud mental y atenciĂłn psicosocial : Universidad de los Andes
  • Ask Questions to Make Data-Driven Decisions: Google

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