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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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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Estructura de capital y política de dividendos

    Skills you'll gain: Corporate Finance, Financial Management, Finance, Financial Modeling, Investment Management, Business Valuation, Portfolio Management, Financial Analysis, Asset Management, Financial Policy, Risk Analysis, Business Risk Management

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    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity Risk Management Frameworks

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Cyber Governance, Cost Benefit Analysis, Security Management, Risk Management Framework, Vulnerability Management, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Cyber Risk, Risk Analysis, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Vulnerability Assessments, ISO/IEC 27001, Threat Detection, Threat Modeling, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Awareness

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Learning Technologies Foundations and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Learning Theory, Instructional Design, Digital pedagogy, Technology Solutions, Disabilities, Technology Strategies, Emerging Technologies, Gerontology

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Supporting Parents of a Newborn Baby

    Skills you'll gain: Postpartum Care, Child Health, Infant Care, Patient Evaluation, Maternal Health, Health Assessment, Clinical Assessment, Family Support, Parent Communication, Child Development, Preventative Care, Diversity Awareness, Mental Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Relationship Building

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    198 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Austral

    La alfabetización temprana en contextos rurales

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Oral Expression, Literacy, Language Competency, Childhood Education and Development, Working With Children, Writing, Vocabulary, Child Development, Parent Communication, Family Support, Language Learning, Teaching, Interactive Learning, Instructional Strategies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    What is “the mind” and what is artificial intelligence?

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Computational Thinking, AI literacy, Theoretical Computer Science, Psychology, Algorithms, General Mathematics

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    151 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Animals and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Social Sciences, Sociology, Anthropology, Social Justice, Healthcare Ethics, Environment, Human Relations Movement, Laboratory Research, Child Welfare, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, General Science and Research, Media and Communications, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Health Care, Food and Beverage, Social Impact, Rehabilitation

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Privacy Law and HIPAA

    Skills you'll gain: Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Medical Privacy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Personally Identifiable Information, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Health Information Management, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Management, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Legal Risk, Data Governance, Data Security, Security Controls, Incident Response, Risk Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    189 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    ¿Cómo tomar decisiones financieras que agreguen valor?

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Case Studies, Risk Analysis, Financial Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Finance, Capital Budgeting, Financial Statements, Financial Forecasting, Financial Planning, Financial Accounting, Corporate Finance, Business Valuation, Decision Making, Cash Flow Forecasting, Cash Flows

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Holistic Weight Management

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mental and Behavioral Health, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychosocial Assessments, Exercise Science, Social Determinants Of Health, Social Sciences, Nutrition and Diet, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Health And Wellness Coaching, Kinesiology, Resilience, Nutrition Care Plans, Coaching, Clinical Nutrition, Mental Health, Health Assessment, Preventative Care

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    MedCerts

    Mental Health Overview, Theories, and Disorders

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychiatry, Healthcare Ethics, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Health Information Management, Mental Health Counseling, Psychotherapy, Mental Health Therapies, Behavioral Health, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Cultural Diversity, Psychology

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

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    Michigan State University

    Avatar Psychology for Designers

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Design, Virtual Reality, User Experience Design, Design Strategies, Diversity Awareness, Design Research, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Psychology, Virtual Environment, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 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

  • Estructura de capital y política de dividendos: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Cybersecurity Risk Management Frameworks: Kennesaw State University
  • Learning Technologies Foundations and Applications: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Supporting Parents of a Newborn Baby: University of Colorado System
  • La alfabetización temprana en contextos rurales : Universidad Austral
  • What is “the mind” and what is artificial intelligence?: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Animals and Society: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Privacy Law and HIPAA: University of Pennsylvania
  • ¿Cómo tomar decisiones financieras que agreguen valor?: Universidad de los Andes
  • Holistic Weight Management: National Academy of Sports Medicine

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