Animal psychology courses can help you learn animal behavior analysis, cognitive processes in animals, and the impact of environment on behavior. You can build skills in observational techniques, behavioral assessment, and understanding species-specific communication. Many courses introduce tools like behavioral observation software and data analysis methods to help you interpret findings and apply them in real-world settings, whether in research, animal training, or wildlife conservation.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Culture, Anthropology, Behavioral Health, Healthcare Ethics, Mental Health, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Rehabilitation, Social Work, Sociology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Advocacy, Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Sage Publications
Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Correlation Analysis, Quantitative Research, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Inference, Statistics, Science and Research, Sampling (Statistics), Data Analysis, Experimentation, Psychology, Research, Probability, Probability Distribution, Graphing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Sage Publications
Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Survey Creation, Research Design, Research, Research Methodologies, Experimentation, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Qualitative Research, Research and Design, Data Collection, Psychology, Statistical Methods, Case Studies, Sample Size Determination, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Inference, Statistics, Data Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Sage Publications
Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Research Design, Psychotherapy, Laboratory Equipment, Survey Creation, Psychology, Scientific Methods, Surveys, Computer Displays, Laboratory Research, Display Devices, Debugging, Sensory Systems Analysis, Image Quality, Research and Design, Data Collection, Performance Testing, Electrophysiology, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Psychosocial Assessments
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Psychosocial Assessments, Psychiatry, Pharmacotherapy, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Pharmacology, Psychiatric Assessments, Psychotherapy, Psychology, Mental Status Examination, Psychological Evaluations, Mental Health Therapies, Patient Evaluation, Neurology, Scientific Methods, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Research Methodologies, Medical Imaging, Case Studies, Patient Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Psychological Evaluations, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Clinical Psychology, Psychosocial Assessments, Psychiatry, Cultural Responsiveness, Diversity Awareness, Psychotherapy, Mental Health, Psychology, Mental Health Therapies, Interpersonal Communications, Clinical Assessment, Social Determinants Of Health
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Sample Size Determination, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution, Statistical Reporting, Statistical Analysis, Quantitative Research, Statistical Software, Correlation Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Inference, Statistics, Data Analysis, Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Probability, Scientific Methods, Analytical Skills, Regression Analysis
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Institutional Review Board (IRB), Research, Scientific Methods, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research Methodologies, Case Studies, Informed Consent, Psychology, Research and Design, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

National Academy of Sports Medicine
Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Nutrition and Diet, Resilience, Overcoming Obstacles, Mental and Behavioral Health, Health And Wellness Coaching, Psychology, Dealing With Ambiguity, Self-Discipline
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Cambridge
Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Molecular Biology, Culture, Mathematical Modeling, Infectious Diseases, Climate Change Adaptation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Consultative Selling, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Consumer Behaviour, Selling Techniques, Trustworthiness, Marketing Psychology, Communication Strategies, Customer Analysis, Persuasive Communication, Sales, General Sales Practices, Sales Strategy, Needs Assessment, Customer Relationship Building, Motivational Skills, Rapport Building, Customer Insights, Relationship Building, Empathy
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Self-Discipline, Personal Development, Psychology, Self-Motivation, Culture, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Sensitivity, Goal Setting, Motivational Skills, Scientific Methods
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months