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      Johns Hopkins University

      Helping Families Avoid Negative Court Involvement Teach-Out

      Skills you'll gain: Proactivity, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Conflict Management, Community Organizing, Planning, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Relationship Building, Communication

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
      ·
      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Minnesota

      Resilience in Children Exposed to Trauma, Disaster and War: Global Perspectives

      Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Child Welfare, Crisis Intervention, Research, Research Methodologies, Risk Analysis, Social Sciences, Human Development, Cultural Diversity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      730 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado System

      Managing ADHD, Autism, Learning Disabilities, and Concussion in School

      Skills you'll gain: Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Disabilities, Classroom Management, Pediatrics, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Treatment Planning, Learning Theory, Psychology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Colorado System

      School Health for Children and Adolescents

      Skills you'll gain: Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Parent Communication, Care Coordination, Disabilities, Preventative Care, Community Mental Health Services, Medical Emergency, Mental Health, Instructional Strategies, First Aid, Patient Education and Support, Classroom Management, Pediatrics, Differentiated Instruction, Emergency Response, Positive Behavior Support, Behavioral Health, Physical Therapy, Health Care, Food and Beverage

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.3K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      A

      American Psychological Association

      Psychology in Everyday Life

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Optimism, Behavioral Economics, Public Policies, Diversity Awareness, Compassion, Sociology, Culture, Psychology, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Resilience, Positive Behavior Support, Critical Thinking, Cooperation, Human Development, Self-Awareness, Leadership, Social Sciences, Industrial and Organizational Psychology

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Primeros Auxilios Psicológicos (PAP)

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Intervention, First Aid, Emergency Response, Mental Health, Pediatrics, Stress Management, Behavioral Health, Disabilities, Active Listening, Interpersonal Communications

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      11K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Toronto

      Understanding and Managing the Stresses of Police Work

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Stress Management, Empowerment, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Communication Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      438 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Colorado System

      Preventative Healthcare for the Newborn Baby

      Skills you'll gain: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Preventative Care, Pediatrics, Health Assessment, Vital Signs, Medication Administration, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Infectious Diseases

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      617 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      W

      Wesleyan University

      Social Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Psychology, Persuasive Communication, Sociology, Behavior Management, Conflict Management, Cultural Diversity, Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Experimentation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      5K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The State University of New York

      Health and Safety of a Home-Based Childcare Center

      Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Accident Prevention, Emotional Intelligence, Emergency Response, Safety Training, Child Welfare, Resilience, Social Skills, Health And Safety Standards, Food Safety and Sanitation, First Aid, Physical Therapy, Cleanliness, Behavioral Health

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Cape Town

      Severe to Profound Intellectual Disability: Circles of Care and Education

      Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Education and Training, Caregiving, Teaching, Collaboration, Human Learning, Patient Education and Support, Learning Theory, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Advocacy, Curriculum Planning, Care Coordination, Learning Strategies, Instructional Strategies, Human Development, Community and Social Work, Non-Verbal Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      179 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Primeros Auxilios Psicológicos (PAP). Edición especial COVID-19

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Intervention, Stress Management, Personal Care, Community Mental Health Services, Caregiving, Pediatrics, Mental Health, Community Outreach, Interpersonal Communications

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      845 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular parenting courses

    • Helping Families Avoid Negative Court Involvement Teach-Out: Johns Hopkins University
    • Resilience in Children Exposed to Trauma, Disaster and War: Global Perspectives: University of Minnesota
    • Managing ADHD, Autism, Learning Disabilities, and Concussion in School: University of Colorado System
    • School Health for Children and Adolescents: University of Colorado System
    • Psychology in Everyday Life: American Psychological Association
    • Primeros Auxilios Psicológicos (PAP): Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Understanding and Managing the Stresses of Police Work: University of Toronto
    • Preventative Healthcare for the Newborn Baby : University of Colorado System
    • Social Psychology: Wesleyan University
    • Health and Safety of a Home-Based Childcare Center: The State University of New York

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    Online courses can help you learn parenting by giving you exposure to the current leading thoughts about the physical and emotional care of children. Video lectures from leading experts, readings of the latest research, and online class discussions will help you gain an understanding of the concepts. Quizzes and projects will help you assess and demonstrate what you have learned. Some courses will include projects and case studies to help you apply the information to real-world situations. Because of the variety of topics related to parenting that are available, online courses can help you learn about specific situations such as learning differences, social-emotional learning, and inclusion.‎

    Online Parenting courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Parenting skills. Choose from a wide range of Parenting courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

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