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Behavioral Psychology Courses

Behavioral psychology courses can help you learn about cognitive biases, reinforcement techniques, and the impact of environment on behavior. You can build skills in conducting behavioral assessments, designing interventions, and analyzing behavioral data. Many courses introduce tools such as surveys, observational methods, and statistical software, that support evaluating behavioral patterns and implementing effective strategies in various settings, from education to organizational behavior.

Popular Behavioral Psychology Courses and Certifications


  • A

    American Psychological Association

    Ethics of Psychological Research

    Skills you'll gain: Institutional Review Board (IRB), Research, Scientific Methods, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research Methodologies, Psychology, Research and Design, Diversity Awareness

    ★ 4.9 (80) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    American Psychological Association

    Methods for Quantitative Research in Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Quantitative Research, Scientific Methods, Research Design, Science and Research, Research Methodologies, Research, Research and Design, Data Collection, Social Sciences, Peer Review, Experimentation, Data Analysis, Psychology

    ★ 4.8 (189) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Simplilearn

    Behavioral Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Strategies, Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Email Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Digital Marketing, Driving engagement, Customer Relationship Management, Digital Advertising, Online Advertising, Google Ads, Social Media Marketing, Cross-Channel Marketing, Target Market, Personalized Campaigns, Data Collection

    ★ 4.7 (20) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IE Business School

    Market Research and Consumer Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Survey Creation, Surveys, Market Research, Business Research, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Strategies, Strategic Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Management, Research Design, Marketing Planning, Data Analysis, Marketing Psychology, Research Reports, Market Analysis, Research Methodologies, Experimentation, Customer Analysis, Business Marketing, Business

    ★ 4.4 (4.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Engaged: Behavioral Science for Digital Product Design

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Driving engagement, Experience Design, Behavioral Economics, Human Factors, Interaction Design, UI/UX Strategy, User Experience, Persona (User Experience), User Centered Design, User Experience Design, Psychology, Experimentation, Design Strategies, Trustworthiness, Motivational Skills, Behavior Management, Behavioral Management, Product Management, Digital Marketing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Y

    Yale University

    Health Behavior Change: From Evidence to Action

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Health Promotion, Health Education, Health And Wellness Coaching, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Public Health, Behavioral Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Mental Health, Mental Health Therapies, Behavior Management

    ★ 4.7 (489) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    2026 Market Research: Consumer Behavior & Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Market Research, Survey Creation, Marketing Psychology, Focus Group, Consumer Behaviour, Interviewing Skills, Business Research, Target Market, Market Intelligence, Marketing Strategies, Market Analysis, Qualitative Research, Marketing Planning, Persona Development, Customer Insights, Discussion Facilitation, Decision Making

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to Human Behavioral Genetics

    Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Health, Human Development, Healthcare Ethics, Precision Medicine, Social Studies, Life Sciences, Psychology, Psychiatry, Biostatistics, Molecular Biology, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Epidemiology

    ★ 4.8 (606) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Industrial Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Job Analysis, Talent Management, Leadership and Management, Management Training And Development, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Studies, Performance Analysis, Staff Management, Performance Review, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Leadership, People Development, Human Resource Management, Human Resource Strategy, Performance Appraisal, Human Resources, Team Motivation, Human Resources Management and Planning

    ★ 4.7 (19) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Analyze Investor Behavior with Behavioral Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Economics, Investments, Financial Analysis, Investment Management, Financial Market, Finance, Portfolio Management, Decision Making, Portfolio Risk, Market Dynamics, Asset Management, General Finance, Economics, Risk Analysis, Mitigation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    Lecturio

    Psychology and Sociology

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Health Disparities, Nursing and Patient Care, Social Sciences, Stress Management, Social Determinants Of Health, Psychology, Sociology, Intercultural Competence, Patient Education And Counseling, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Behavioral Health, Culture, Human Development, Cultural Diversity, Human Learning, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Demography, Neurology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universiteit Leiden

    Population Health: Health & Health Behaviour

    Skills you'll gain: Patient-centered Care, Health Promotion, Patient Education and Support, Behavioral Health, Health Education, Health Technology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Chronic Diseases, Patient Communication, Social Determinants Of Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Care Management, Telehealth, Health Informatics, Stress Management, Program Evaluation

    ★ 4.1 (36) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Ethics of Psychological Research: American Psychological Association
  • Methods for Quantitative Research in Psychology: American Psychological Association
  • Behavioral Marketing: Simplilearn
  • Market Research and Consumer Behavior: IE Business School
  • Engaged: Behavioral Science for Digital Product Design: Packt
  • Health Behavior Change: From Evidence to Action: Yale University
  • 2026 Market Research: Consumer Behavior & Psychology: Alex Genadinik
  • Introduction to Human Behavioral Genetics: University of Minnesota
  • Industrial Psychology: Illinois Tech
  • Analyze Investor Behavior with Behavioral Finance: EDUCBA

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