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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


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    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to Human Behavioral Genetics

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

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    Alex Genadinik

    Marketing Skills: Marketing Psychology And Neuromarketing

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Psychology, Closing (Sales), Selling Techniques, Consumer Behaviour, Negotiation, Marketing, Product Marketing, Advertising, Marketing Materials, Customer Insights, Target Market, Customer Analysis, Customer experience improvement, Psychology, Decision Making, Critical Thinking

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Yale University

    Health Behavior Change: From Evidence to Action

    Skills you'll gain: Health Promotion, Health Education, Behavioral Health, Nutrition Education, Mental and Behavioral Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Nutrition and Diet, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Public Health, Applied Behavior Analysis, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Behavior Management, Behavioral Economics, Exercise Science, Goal Setting, Psychiatry, Preventative Care, Mental Health, Epidemiology, Mental Health Therapies

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Social Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Psychology, Social Skills, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Sustainable Development, Legal Proceedings, Critical Thinking

    Build toward a degree

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Alex Genadinik

    Persuasion: How To Persuade When Facts Don't Seem To Matter

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Influencing, Sales Presentations, Sales Presentation, Selling Techniques, Communication, Storytelling, Marketing Psychology, Sales Training, Motivational Skills, Leadership, Driving engagement, Communication Strategies, Rapport Building, Emotional Intelligence, Psychology, Decision Making, Case Studies, Target Audience

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Amsterdam

    Quantitative Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Research Design, Sampling (Statistics), Science and Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Surveys, Quantitative Research, Data Collection, Social Sciences, Survey Creation, Experimentation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Correlation Analysis

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    IE Business School

    Market Research and Consumer Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Survey Creation, Market Research, Business Research, Consumer Behaviour, Data Analysis, Marketing, Marketing Psychology, Research Methodologies, Data Collection, Marketing Strategies, Research Design, Target Market, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, Decision Making, Psychology

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Introduction to Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Human Learning, Research Methodologies, Learning Theory, Science and Research, Research, Research Design, Human Development, Scientific Methods, Social Sciences, Culture, Biology, Experimentation, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Statistical Analysis, Intelligence Collection and Analysis

    Build toward a degree

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    MedCerts

    Functional Approach to Understanding Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Functional Behavior Assessment, Behavioral Management, Applied Behavior Analysis, Instructional Strategies

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    LearnQuest

    Foundations of Sales Psychology and Buyer Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Consultative Selling, Consultative Approaches, Communication, Consumer Behaviour, Selling Techniques, Trustworthiness, Marketing Psychology, Communication Strategies, Customer Analysis, Persuasive Communication, Sales, Regional Sales, General Sales Practices, Sales Strategy, Needs Assessment, Customer Relationship Building, Motivational Skills, Rapport Building, Customer Insights, Relationship Building

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Leadership and organizational behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Stress Management, Leadership, Leadership Studies, Influencing, Motivational Skills, Leadership Development, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Leadership and Management, Team Motivation, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Business Ethics, Persuasive Communication, Professional Networking, Empowerment, General Networking

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Positive Psychology: Martin E. P. Seligman’s Visionary Science

    Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Optimism, Personal Development, Personal Attributes, Positive Behavior Support, Psychology, Working With Children, Education and Training, Research, Visionary, Human Development, Community Development, Constructive Feedback, Experimentation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introduction to Human Behavioral Genetics: University of Minnesota
  • Marketing Skills: Marketing Psychology And Neuromarketing: Alex Genadinik
  • Health Behavior Change: From Evidence to Action: Yale University
  • Social Psychology: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Persuasion: How To Persuade When Facts Don't Seem To Matter: Alex Genadinik
  • Quantitative Methods: University of Amsterdam
  • Market Research and Consumer Behavior: IE Business School
  • Introduction to Psychology: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Functional Approach to Understanding Behavior: MedCerts
  • Foundations of Sales Psychology and Buyer Behavior: LearnQuest

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