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    Child psychology courses can help you learn how children grow, think, feel, and behave by exploring cognitive, emotional, and social development.

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      Universidade de São Paulo

      Gestão de Riscos e de Mudanças em Projetos

      Skills you'll gain: Project Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Project Controls, Change Control, Performance Metric, Scope Management, Project Management, Change Management, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Sprint Retrospectives, Communication

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      297 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Google Cloud

      Put It All Together: Prepare for a Cloud Data Analyst Job

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Analytics, Google Cloud Platform, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Data Storytelling, Professional Development, Data Presentation, Problem Solving

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Taiwan University

      服務模式的體驗、設計與創新:從痛點到賣點 (Experience, Design, and Innovation of Service Models: from Pain Points to Selling Points)

      Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Service Design, Customer experience improvement, Financial Services, Market Dynamics, Innovation, Product Design, Business Modeling, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Business Strategy, Consumer Behaviour

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      149 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Pensamiento Sistémico en el Siglo XXI

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Design Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creative Thinking, Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Solution Design, Adaptability, Decision Making

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Taiwan University

      行銷典範轉移: 變動中的消費世界 (Marketing in a changing world)

      Skills you'll gain: Brand Management, Marketing, Customer Relationship Management, Marketing Strategies, Consumer Behaviour, Brand Marketing, Customer Engagement, Target Market, Customer Data Management, Digital Transformation, Market Analysis, Digital Marketing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      125 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Sustainable Business Enterprises

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Consumer Behaviour, Product Design, Environmental Issue, Business, New Product Development, Socioeconomics, Innovation, Design Thinking, Market Opportunities, Business Strategies, Customer Analysis, Market Research, Value Propositions, Communication Strategies

      Build toward a degree

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      142 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Profundización y actualización en Enfermedad Cardiovascular

      Skills you'll gain: Cardiology, Chronic Diseases, Internal Medicine, Electocardiography, Echocardiography, Blood Pressure, Primary Care, General Medicine, Treatment Planning, Patient Evaluation, Pharmacotherapy, Care Management, Long Term Care, Pharmacology, Risk Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      University of California, Irvine

      Virtual Teacher Final Project

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Instructional Design, Instructional Strategies, Course Development, Developing Training Materials, Curriculum Development, Learning Management Systems, Blended Learning, Education Software and Technology, Ability To Meet Deadlines

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      224 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      حل المشكلات بطريقة إبداعية | Creative Problem Solving

      Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Creative Problem-Solving, Root Cause Analysis, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creativity, Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      189 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Teacher SEL: Programs, Possibilities, and Contexts

      Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Teaching, School Psychology, Self-Awareness, Social Studies, Storytelling, Adult Education, Parent Communication, Stress Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Community Development, Collaboration, Liberal Arts

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      149 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia Darden School Foundation

      Sustainable Supply Chains

      Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Planning, Corporate Sustainability, Procurement, Environmental Regulations, Supplier Relationship Management, Sustainability Reporting, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Risk Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Public Policies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidade de São Paulo

      Off the Clock: The Many Faces of Time

      Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Cultural Diversity, Anthropology, Liberal Arts, Psychology, Environmental Science, Physics, Biology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Gestão de Riscos e de Mudanças em Projetos: Universidade de São Paulo
    • Put It All Together: Prepare for a Cloud Data Analyst Job: Google Cloud
    • 服務模式的體驗、設計與創新:從痛點到賣點 (Experience, Design, and Innovation of Service Models: from Pain Points to Selling Points): National Taiwan University
    • Pensamiento Sistémico en el Siglo XXI: Universidad de los Andes
    • 行銷典範轉移: 變動中的消費世界 (Marketing in a changing world): National Taiwan University
    • Sustainable Business Enterprises: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Profundización y actualización en Enfermedad Cardiovascular: Universidad de los Andes
    • Virtual Teacher Final Project: University of California, Irvine
    • حل المشكلات بطريقة إبداعية | Creative Problem Solving: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Teacher SEL: Programs, Possibilities, and Contexts: University of Colorado Boulder

    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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