Child development courses can help you learn child psychology, developmental milestones, and effective parenting strategies. You can build skills in observation techniques, behavior assessment, and creating supportive learning environments. Many courses introduce tools like developmental screening instruments and observational checklists, that support tracking progress and tailoring interventions to meet children's unique needs.

Universidade de São Paulo
Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Microbiology, Public Health, Maternal Health, Biology, Health Education, Immunology, Sanitation, Child Health, Community Health, Preventative Care, Neurology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Web Content, Content Management Systems, Web Design, Web Design and Development
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Economics, Artificial Intelligence, Economic Development, Socioeconomics, Public Policies, Automation, Labor Relations, Emerging Technologies, Theoretical Computer Science, Market Dynamics, Growth Strategies, Policy Analysis, Innovation
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Unit Testing, Software Design, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Object Oriented Design, Software Engineering, Software Development Tools, Software Testing, Program Development, Software Architecture, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Innovation, Socioeconomics, Public Policies, Social Sciences, Social Impact, Policy Analysis, Digital Transformation, Governance, Technology Strategies, Emerging Technologies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Time Management, Decision Making, Engineering Management, Cognitive flexibility, Leadership, Critical Thinking, Psychology, Adaptability
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Integrated Development Environments, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Internet Of Things, Software Development Tools, Embedded Systems, Prototyping, Linux, Operating Systems, Peripheral Devices, Command-Line Interface, Computer Hardware
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Yonsei University
Skills you'll gain: Augmented Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Multimedia, Emerging Technologies, Market Analysis, Market Opportunities, Cloud Services, Network Protocols, Application Development, Network Infrastructure, Computer Vision, Video Production, Content Management, User Interface (UI)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Nanjing University
Skills you'll gain: Operating Systems, File Systems, Computer Systems, OS Process Management, Computer Science, Data Storage, Computer Hardware, Virtual Machines, System Design and Implementation, Algorithms, Human Computer Interaction
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

National Taiwan University
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Data Visualization Software, Financial Data, Financial Analysis, Data Analysis, Debugging, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Maintainability, Data Validation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Innovation, Business Modeling, Strategic Thinking, Ideation, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Planning, Business Development, Business Strategy, New Business Development, Business Analysis, Collaboration, Analysis, Financial Analysis, Performance Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Koç University
Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Communication, Cognitive flexibility, Persuasive Communication, Liberal Arts, Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks