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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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    Johns Hopkins University

    Patient Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Design Thinking, Change Management, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Organizational Change, Conflict Management, Data Literacy, Performance Measurement, Systems Thinking, Healthcare Project Management, Data Visualization, Change Control, Solution Design, Health Systems, Data Analysis, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Risk Analysis, Data Presentation, Safety Assurance, Quality Improvement

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    ESSEC Business School

    Diversity and inclusion in the workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Programs, Diversity Training, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Workplace inclusivity, Intercultural Competence, Psychology, Social Sciences, Sociology, Innovation, Organizational Change

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Newborn Baby Care

    Skills you'll gain: Postpartum Care, Infant Care, Respiratory Care, Patient Evaluation, Preventative Care, Child Health, Maternal Health, Pulmonology, Health Assessment, Respiration, Vital Signs, Pediatric Nursing, Clinical Assessment, Family Support, Cardiology, Nursing Care, Pediatrics, Patient Observation, Child Development, Diagnostic Tests

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Houston

    The Bilingual Brain

    Skills you'll gain: Multilingualism, Language Competency, Language Learning, Non-Verbal Communication, Neurology, Human Development, Psychology, Science and Research, Experimentation

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Adapt your leadership style

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership Studies, Organizational Leadership, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Culture Transformation, Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Change, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Adaptability, Staff Management, Influencing, Complex Problem Solving, Relationship Building, Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Stanford Online

    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

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Supply Chain Analytics Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Planning, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Working Capital, Inventory and Warehousing, Supply Management, Data Analysis, Strategic Sourcing, Demand Planning, Logistics Management, Operational Efficiency, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Metrics, Manufacturing and Production, Financial Analysis, Data Visualization, Performance Improvement, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Storytelling

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    HRCI

    Learning and Development

    Skills you'll gain: Training and Development, Training Programs, Employee Training, Developing Training Materials, Adult Education, Drive Engagement, Employee Engagement, Compliance Training, Instructional Design, Workforce Development, On-The-Job Training, Organizational Development, Needs Assessment, Program Evaluation, Professional Development, Learning Styles

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    874 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Hong Kong

    University Teaching

    Skills you'll gain: Instructional and Curriculum Design, Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, Lesson Planning, Curriculum Planning, Education and Training, Constructive Feedback, Pedagogy, Teaching, Syllabus Development, Course Development, Differentiated Instruction, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement, Higher Education, Learning Theory, Learning Styles

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    Certified Project Manager

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Team Motivation, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Planning, Project Management Life Cycle, Risk Management Framework, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Project Scoping, Earned Value Management, Project Management, Project Documentation, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Meeting Facilitation, Resource Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Agile Project Management, Project Risk Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Teacher and Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Social Justice, Emotional Intelligence, Social Skills, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Higher Education, Behavior Management, Classroom Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Curriculum Planning, School Psychology, Empowerment, Personal Development, Childhood Education and Development, Program Evaluation, Advocacy, Professional Development, Growth Mindedness, Mindfulness

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Solving Problems with Creative and Critical Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Root Cause Analysis, Professional Development, Creative Problem-Solving, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking, Analysis

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    808 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Patient Safety: Johns Hopkins University
  • Diversity and inclusion in the workplace: ESSEC Business School
  • Newborn Baby Care: University of Colorado System
  • The Bilingual Brain: University of Houston
  • Adapt your leadership style: Macquarie University
  • Stanford's Short Course on Breastfeeding: Stanford Online
  • Supply Chain Analytics Essentials: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Learning and Development: HRCI
  • University Teaching: The University of Hong Kong
  • Certified Project Manager: SkillUp

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