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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


  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Conflict Resolution Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Mediation, Conflict Management, Negotiation, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Verbal Strategic Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Strategic Communication, Cooperation, De-escalation Techniques, Leadership, Discussion Facilitation, Problem Solving

    ★ 4.5 (1.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • H

    HubSpot Academy

    Sales Training for High Performing Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Closing (Sales), Booking (Sales), Overcoming Objections, Sales Management, Prospecting and Qualification, Inside Sales, Sales Enablement, Sales Process, Sales Training, Selling Techniques, Sales Prospecting, HubSpot CRM, Lead Generation, Sales, Consultative Approaches, General Sales Practices, Sales Strategy, Consultative Selling, Consumer Behaviour, Management Training And Development

    ★ 4.7 (1.2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Geneva

    Vivre avec le TDAH à travers les âges

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Autism Spectrum Disorders, School Psychology, Behavioral Management, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Human Development, Family Support, Personal Development, Developmental Disabilities, Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Behavior Management, Psychological Evaluations, Disabilities, Behavioral Health, Mental Concentration, Organizational Skills, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Student Support and Services

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    IE Business School

    Brand Identity and Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Value Propositions, Branding, Brand Management, Brand Awareness, Logo Design, Target Audience, Strategic Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Design, Customer Insights, Competitive Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (902) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Critical Thinking Skills for the Professional

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Problem Solving, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Independent Thinking, Creative Thinking, Constructive Feedback, Decision Making, Analysis, Emotional Intelligence, Cognitive flexibility, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Collaboration

    ★ 4.8 (1.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • D

    Duke University

    The Brain and Space

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Neurology, Psychology, Electrophysiology, Experimentation, Anatomy

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    What is Compliance?

    Skills you'll gain: Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Management, Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Risk Management, Governance, Risk Mitigation, Strategic Planning, Risk Analysis, Brand Management

    ★ 4.8 (1.6K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Developing a Winning Marketing Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Planning, Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Management, Branding, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Consumer Behaviour, Brand Strategy, Brand Management, Product Planning, Product Marketing, Value Propositions, Market Analysis, Target Market, Market Research, Customer Analysis, Target Audience, Customer Insights

    ★ 4.8 (1.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    University of Pittsburgh

    Disaster Preparedness

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Intervention, Emergency Response, Stress First Aid, Safety and Security, Emergency Medicine, Public Safety and National Security, Mitigation, Medical Emergency, First Aid, Fire And Life Safety, Resilience, Risk Management, Security Awareness, Injury Prevention, Family Support, Triage, Disabilities, Risk Analysis, Family Planning, Composure

    ★ 4.7 (1.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Chris Croft Training

    Leadership Psychology: Motivation, Resilience & Well-Being

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Retention, Team Motivation, Motivational Skills, Leadership and Management, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Stress Management, Assertiveness, Team Leadership, Personal Development, Business Leadership, Talent Management, Delegation Skills, People Management, Self-Awareness, Self-Motivation, Business Communication, Time Management, Talent Acquisition, Productivity

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    Stanford University

    Stanford's Short Course on Breastfeeding

    Skills you'll gain: Child Health, Maternal Health, Postpartum Care, Infant Care, Prenatal Care, Preventative Care, Family Support, Nutrition and Diet

    ★ 4.8 (1.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • Y

    Yale University

    The Nature of Genius

    Skills you'll gain: Curiosity, Creativity, Innovation, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Human Development, Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Psychology, Social Sciences, Child Development, Art History

    ★ 4.8 (216) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Conflict Resolution Skills: University of California, Irvine
  • Sales Training for High Performing Teams: HubSpot Academy
  • Vivre avec le TDAH à travers les âges: University of Geneva
  • Brand Identity and Strategy: IE Business School
  • Critical Thinking Skills for the Professional: University of California, Davis
  • The Brain and Space: Duke University
  • What is Compliance?: University of Pennsylvania
  • Developing a Winning Marketing Strategy: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Disaster Preparedness: University of Pittsburgh
  • Leadership Psychology: Motivation, Resilience & Well-Being: Chris Croft Training

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