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      The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

      Reasoning Across the Disciplines

      Skills you'll gain: Deductive Reasoning, Chemistry, Social Sciences, Case Law, Legal Proceedings, World History, Liberal Arts, Psychology, Physical Science, Research, Writing

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      72 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Sustainable Innovation for Subsistence Marketplaces

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Environmental Issue, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Corporate Sustainability, Human Centered Design, Business Planning, Market Analysis, Market Research, Consumer Behaviour, Needs Assessment, Qualitative Research

      Build toward a degree

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      125 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Rice University

      Mindfulness and Well-being: Peace in, Peace Out

      Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Compassion, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Empathy, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Relationship Building, Mental Concentration, Social Justice, Stress Management

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      48 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Ética, cultura y perspectivas globales

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Decision Making, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Global Marketing, Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Management, Intercultural Competence, Brand Management, Consumer Behaviour

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Melbourne

      Global Adolescent Health

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Preventative Care, Socioeconomics, Social and Human Services, Human Development, Community Health, Mental Health, Child Health, Maternal Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Injury Prevention, Infectious Diseases, Chronic Diseases, Nutrition and Diet

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      125 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      L

      Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

      高阶竞争策略(中文版)

      Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Customer Retention, Business Strategy, Business Strategies, Growth Strategies, Product Strategy, Market Dynamics, Competitive Analysis, Market Intelligence, Online Advertising, Consumer Behaviour, Regulatory Compliance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      101 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      L&T EduTech

      Utilities, Safety & Environmental Care in Oil & Gas Industry

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Safety Assurance, Environmental Regulations, Accident Prevention, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Engineering, Plant Operations and Management, Waste Minimization, Fire And Life Safety, Chemical Engineering, Risk Analysis, Failure Mode And Effects Analysis, Electric Power Systems, Process Engineering

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Michigan

      Learning Experience Design: Development and Evaluation

      Skills you'll gain: Multimedia, Instructional Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Educational Materials, Learning Management Systems, Professional Development, Quality Assurance, Communication, Emerging Technologies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      ISC2

      Risk Identification, Monitoring, and Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Risk Management, Continuous Monitoring, Operational Risk, Threat Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Business Risk Management, Cyber Risk, Vulnerability Management, Security Controls, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Compliance Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Technical Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      UBITS

      Fundamentos de la gestión del talento humano

      Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Talent Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Course Development, Recruitment, Human Resources, Training and Development, Employee Training, Instructional Design, Performance Appraisal, Employee Performance Management, Recruitment Strategies, Organizational Structure, Educational Materials, Student Engagement, Organizational Effectiveness

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      177 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Packt

      NIST Cybersecurity and Risk Management Frameworks

      Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Continuous Monitoring, Computer Security Incident Management, NIST 800-53, Security Controls, Disaster Recovery, Authorization (Computing), Business Continuity, Risk Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Business Risk Management, Security Management, Change Control, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Asset Management, Risk Management, System Monitoring, Security Strategy, Cyber Risk

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Arizona State University

      Decision-Making

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creative Problem-Solving, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Resourcefulness, Risk Analysis, Business Ethics, Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Reasoning Across the Disciplines: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
    • Sustainable Innovation for Subsistence Marketplaces: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Mindfulness and Well-being: Peace in, Peace Out: Rice University
    • Ética, cultura y perspectivas globales: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Global Adolescent Health: The University of Melbourne
    • 高阶竞争策略(中文版): Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
    • Utilities, Safety & Environmental Care in Oil & Gas Industry: L&T EduTech
    • Learning Experience Design: Development and Evaluation: University of Michigan
    • Risk Identification, Monitoring, and Analysis: ISC2
    • Fundamentos de la gestión del talento humano: UBITS

    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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