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      Free Trial
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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Natural Disaster Risk in Infrastructure Projects

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Project Risk Management, Risk Management, Mitigation, Disaster Recovery, Environmental Resource Management, Civil Engineering, Statistical Analysis, Vulnerability, Economic Development, Spatial Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      160 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      New
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      Johns Hopkins University

      Advanced Business Analytics: Excel Optimization & Simulation

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Resource Allocation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Microsoft Excel, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Risk Management, Transportation Operations, Risk Analysis, Process Optimization, Statistical Methods, Business Modeling, Logistics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Farmacovigilancia ocular

      Skills you'll gain: Drug Interaction, Pharmacology, Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmacotherapy, Patient Safety, Patient Evaluation, Medical Equipment and Technology, Clinical Research, Patient Treatment, Health Technology, Risk Analysis

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      357 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
      D

      Duke University

      Financial Risk Management with R

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Market, Risk Management, Market Data, Risk Analysis, Probability Distribution, Financial Data, R Programming, Financial Modeling, Portfolio Management, Statistical Programming, Financial Analysis, Securities (Finance), Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Modeling

      Build toward a degree

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      248 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Michigan

      Generative AI: Impact on Business and Society

      Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Business Risk Management, Business Operations, Generative AI, Business Ethics, Social Studies, Global Marketing, Data Ethics, Environmental Issue, Public Safety and National Security, Governance, Cultural Diversity

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of California, Davis

      Chemical Hazards: Toxicology & Reactivity

      Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environment Health And Safety, Safety Assurance, Engineering Practices, Accident Prevention, Equipment Design, Risk Management, Risk Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Customer Centric Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, New Product Development, Product Development, Customer Insights, Service Design, Customer experience strategy (CX), User Feedback, Needs Assessment, Consumer Behaviour, Business Strategies, Market Opportunities

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Build and Execute an Organisational AI Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Organizational Strategy, Governance, Strategic Leadership, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Business Strategy, Technology Strategies, Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Business Process Automation, Innovation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Analysis

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Sciences Po

      Be entrepreneurial in Cultural Industries in the digital age

      Skills you'll gain: Promotional Strategies, Entrepreneurship, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurial Finance, Content Creation, New Business Development, Digital Content, Innovation, Digital Transformation, Business Economics, Marketing Strategies, Intellectual Property, Consumer Behaviour

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
      A

      Arizona State University

      ELL Success in the Content Classroom: Teacher Toolbox Series

      Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Parent Communication, Differentiated Instruction, Student Engagement, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Planning, English Language, Community Outreach, Peer Review, Instructional Design, Developing Training Materials, Working With Children, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Teaching, Cultural Diversity, Language Learning, Student Support and Services, Learning Theory, Cultural Sensitivity, Grammar

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      250 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Intellectual Humility: Science

      Skills you'll gain: Personal Attributes, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Open Mindset, Curiosity, Child Development, Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking, Human Learning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      182 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Dartmouth College

      Question Reality! Science, philosophy, a search for meaning

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Theoretical Computer Science, Logical Reasoning, General Science and Research, Physics, Physical Science, Artificial Intelligence, Computational Thinking, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Experimentation, Simulations, Computer Science, Psychology, Science and Research, Ancient History, Vibrations, Mechanics, Chemistry, Research, World History

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Natural Disaster Risk in Infrastructure Projects: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Advanced Business Analytics: Excel Optimization & Simulation: Johns Hopkins University
    • Farmacovigilancia ocular: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Financial Risk Management with R: Duke University
    • Generative AI: Impact on Business and Society: University of Michigan
    • Chemical Hazards: Toxicology & Reactivity: University of California, Davis
    • Customer Centric Innovation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Build and Execute an Organisational AI Strategy: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Be entrepreneurial in Cultural Industries in the digital age: Sciences Po
    • ELL Success in the Content Classroom: Teacher Toolbox Series: Arizona State University

    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.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Child Psychology

    Top options include Everyday Parenting: The ABCs of Child Rearing from Yale University, Understanding Child Development from the Utrecht University, and ADHD: Everyday Strategies for Elementary Students from the University at Buffalo. These courses explore emotional, social, and cognitive development, as well as parenting and behavioral strategies.‎

    Yes. Many child psychology courses offer a free audit option. This allows learners to access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how children develop emotionally, socially, and intellectually from infancy through adolescence. Topics may include attachment theory, learning behaviors, parenting strategies, and how to support healthy psychological growth in different environments.‎

    No prior experience is required for most beginner-level courses. They are designed to introduce core concepts in a clear and accessible way, whether you're a caregiver, educator, healthcare provider, or simply interested in child development.‎

    Yes. Courses in child psychology can support career paths in teaching, early childhood education, counseling, social work, and pediatric healthcare. They can also serve as a foundation for further study in psychology or developmental science.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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