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Child Psychology Courses

Child psychology courses can help you learn developmental milestones, emotional regulation, behavioral assessment, and the impact of environment on child growth. You can build skills in effective communication with children, understanding attachment styles, and implementing intervention strategies. Many courses introduce tools such as observational techniques, standardized assessments, and play therapy methods, that support applying your knowledge in real-life situations and supporting children's mental health and development.

Popular Child Psychology Courses and Certifications


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    University of Colorado System

    Providing Social, Emotional, Behavioral, and Special Education Services in School

    Skills you'll gain: Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Special Education, School Psychology, Case Studies, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, School Counseling, Teaching, Student Support and Services, Social and Human Services, Mental Health, Preventative Care, Health Education, Health Promotion, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Behavior Management, Positive Behavior Support, Developmental Disabilities, Crisis Intervention, Functional Behavior Assessment, Trauma Care

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Precalculus through Data and Modelling

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Graphing, Trigonometry, R (Software), R Programming, General Mathematics, Data Modeling, Algebra, Systems Of Measurement, Mathematical Software, Correlation Analysis, Regression Analysis, Calculus, Business Mathematics, Geometry

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Emotions: a Philosophical Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Culture, Psychology, Anthropology, Artificial Intelligence, Human Computer Interaction, Robotics, Research

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    IBM

    Delivering Quality Work with Agility

    Skills you'll gain: Professionalism, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Operational Efficiency, Professional Development, Accountability, Time Management, Agile Methodology, Plan Execution, Problem Solving, Quality Assurance, Planning, Process Improvement, Client Services, Quality Improvement, Quality Management, Process Development, Communication Planning, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Communication, Decision Making

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    SkillUp

    Scrum Master

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Sprint Retrospectives, Risk Analysis, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Planning, Backlogs, Project Risk Management, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Team Building, Team Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Risk Mitigation, Meeting Facilitation, Agile Product Development, Product Requirements, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management, Risk Management, Communication

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Soul Beliefs: Causes and Consequences - Unit 1: Historical Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Ancient History, Sociology, Social Sciences, Anthropology, World History, Psychology, Scientific Methods, Science and Research

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    University of Minnesota

    Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Innovations

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Medical Devices, Intellectual Property, Commercialization, Pharmaceuticals, Drug Development, Competitive Intelligence, Product Management, Go To Market Strategy, Regulatory Affairs, Biomedical Technology, New Product Development, Market Analysis, Market Opportunities, Strategic Marketing, Risk Analysis, Innovation, Regulatory Requirements, Ideation, Health Care Procedure and Regulation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillUp

    Scrum Master (PSM I) Certification Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Risk Mitigation, Project Management, Employee Coaching, Discussion Facilitation, Kanban Principles, Change Management, Project Documentation, Portfolio Management, Project Planning, Conflict Management, Performance Analysis, Leadership, Analysis, Registration, Market Opportunities

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Philosophy, Science and Religion: Philosophy and Religion

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Research, Discussion Facilitation, Scientific Methods, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Psychology, Sociology

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Selling to Chinese Consumers

    Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Psychology, Brand Management, Diversity Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Management, Branding, Global Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Business-To-Consumer, Business Marketing, Digital Media Strategy, Market Dynamics, Brand Strategy, Brand Loyalty, Brand Awareness, Brand Marketing, Customer Analysis, Digital Brand Strategy, Digital Advertising

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    ¿Cómo convertir mi idea en empresa?

    Skills you'll gain: User Feedback, Entrepreneurship, New Product Development, Business Development, Product Improvement, New Business Development, Product Development, Customer Analysis, Ideation, Market Opportunities, Consumer Behaviour, Value Propositions, Needs Assessment, Verification And Validation, Customer Insights, Resource Planning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Cape Town

    Severe to Profound Intellectual Disability: Circles of Care and Education

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Family Support, Developmental Disabilities, Disabilities, Education and Training, Working With Children, Caregiving, Teaching, Human Learning, Special Education, Child Development, Learning Theory, Childhood Education and Development, Patient Advocacy, Advocacy, Curriculum Planning, Care Coordination, Instructional Strategies, Human Development, Care Management

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

  • Providing Social, Emotional, Behavioral, and Special Education Services in School: University of Colorado System
  • Precalculus through Data and Modelling: Johns Hopkins University
  • Emotions: a Philosophical Introduction: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Delivering Quality Work with Agility: IBM
  • Scrum Master: SkillUp
  • Soul Beliefs: Causes and Consequences - Unit 1: Historical Foundations: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Innovations: University of Minnesota
  • Scrum Master (PSM I) Certification Preparation: SkillUp
  • Philosophy, Science and Religion: Philosophy and Religion: The University of Edinburgh
  • Selling to Chinese Consumers: The Chinese University of Hong Kong

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