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Early Childhood Education Courses

Early Childhood Education courses can help you learn child development theories, curriculum design, classroom management, and assessment strategies. You can build skills in fostering social-emotional learning, engaging families, and implementing play-based learning approaches. Many courses introduce tools like observation checklists, lesson planning software, and assessment frameworks that support effective teaching practices and enhance the learning environment for young children.


Popular Early Childhood Education Courses and Certifications


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    Novartis

    Targets, Assays & Screening

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Development, Pre-Clinical Development, Pharmacology, Laboratory Testing, Biochemical Assays, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Biochemistry, Verification And Validation, Molecular Biology

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Yale University

    Digital Media for Health Outcomes, English

    Skills you'll gain: Health Promotion, Health Education, Media and Communications, Advertising Campaigns, Program Evaluation, Patient Communication, Surveys, Behavioral Health, Digital Communications, Driving engagement, Persuasive Communication, Instagram, Facebook, Research

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Evaluación del y para el aprendizaje: enfoque cuantitativo

    Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Education and Training, Teaching, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Survey Creation, Data Analysis Software, Education Software and Technology, Qualitative Research, Statistical Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    142 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Specialty Topics: Biology Across Disciplines

    Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Biology, Child Development, Music, Decision Making, Liberal Arts, Education and Training, Psychology, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Business Economics, Clinical Trials

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    37 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Queen Mary University of London

    Stepping Up: Leading Others

    Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, Team Management, Delegation Skills, Team Performance Management, Leadership, People Management, Team Building, Leadership and Management, Virtual Teams, Mentorship, Conflict Management, Coaching, Constructive Feedback, Goal Setting, Communication Strategies, Cultural Diversity, Diversity and Inclusion

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Teaching Impacts of Technology: Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, digital literacy, Computer Science, Information Technology, Computational Thinking, Technology Solutions, Social Impact, Computer Networking, Geographic Information Systems, Media and Communications, Live Streaming, Algorithms, Global Positioning Systems, Data Analysis Software

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    38 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Social Pedagogy across Europe

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Social Work, Pedagogy, Community and Social Work, Child Development, Community Development, Childhood Education and Development, Creativity, Education and Training, Cultural Diversity, Working With Children, Family Support, Rapport Building, Case Studies, Discussion Facilitation

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Teacher SEL: Programs, Possibilities, and Contexts

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Teaching, Self-Awareness, Classroom Management, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Social Studies, Storytelling, Adult Education, Parent Communication, Resilience, Cultural Responsiveness, Stress Management, Emotional Intelligence, Community Development, Collaboration, Liberal Arts

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Tech Support Career Guide and Interview Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills, Technical Support, Technical Support and Services, Professional Development, Desktop Support, System Support, Help Desk Support, Professionalism, Technical Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Communication

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Escalamiento exitoso e Innovación en los Negocios

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Strategies, Financial Management, Business Development, Growth Strategies, Business Strategy, Business Management, Team Leadership, Strategic Decision-Making, Governance, Global Marketing, International Finance

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Comprendiendo a la discapacidad en entornos universitarios

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Student Support and Services, Educational Materials, Special Education, Instructional Design, Diversity Awareness, Higher Education, Interpersonal Communications, Student Engagement, Case Studies

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas

    Urban Landscapes of Care - Designing child friendly cities

    Skills you'll gain: Child Development, Community Development, Working With Children, Social Impact, Human Centered Design, Qualitative Research, Sustainable Development, Graphical Tools, Design Strategies, Design, Program Evaluation, Empathy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular early childhood education courses

  • Targets, Assays & Screening: Novartis
  • Digital Media for Health Outcomes, English: Yale University
  • Evaluación del y para el aprendizaje: enfoque cuantitativo: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Specialty Topics: Biology Across Disciplines: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Stepping Up: Leading Others: Queen Mary University of London
  • Teaching Impacts of Technology: Fundamentals: University of California San Diego
  • Social Pedagogy across Europe : Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Teacher SEL: Programs, Possibilities, and Contexts: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Tech Support Career Guide and Interview Preparation: IBM
  • Escalamiento exitoso e Innovación en los Negocios: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

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