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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.


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Popular Early Childhood Education Courses and Certifications


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    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Breastfeeding and Adequate Substitutes

    Skills you'll gain: Child Health, Infant Care, Maternal Health, Postpartum Care, Pediatrics, Anatomy, Nutrition and Diet, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Clinical Nutrition, Immunology, Patient Positioning, Food Safety and Sanitation, Endocrinology, Biochemistry

    4.9
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    61 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Becoming a Language Friendly Teacher

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Cultural Diversity, Multilingualism, Student Engagement, Cultural Sensitivity, Teaching, Parent Communication, Language Learning, Instructional Strategies, Child Development, Working With Children, digital literacy

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

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    Macquarie University

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) Education for Teachers

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Computational Thinking, Design Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Creativity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Literacy, Digital pedagogy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Machine Learning, Data Quality, Computer Science, Computer Programming, Algorithms

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    941 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Columbia University

    Blended Learning Toolkit

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Blended Learning, Student Engagement, Digital Transformation, Collaborative Software, Curriculum Development, Teaching, digital literacy, Content Management Systems, Web Design and Development, Planning, Research, Auditing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Commonwealth Education Trust

    Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Learners and Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Student Engagement, Teaching, Pedagogy, Classroom Management, Human Learning, Working With Children, Child Development, Learning Theory, Differentiated Instruction, Parent Communication, Cultural Diversity, Substance Abuse

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    282 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    SEL for Students: A Path to Social Emotional Well-Being

    Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, School Psychology, Higher Education, Education and Training, Child Development, Curriculum Planning, Goal Setting, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Pedagogy, Social Skills, Empathy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    321 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Psychology of Popularity

    Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Psychology, Social Impact, Social Sciences, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Child Development, Life Sciences, Biology, Research

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

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    Universidad Austral

    Educación Básica en Contextos Rurales

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Differentiated Instruction, Program Evaluation, Community Outreach, Education and Training, Community Development, Cultural Diversity, Classroom Management, Curriculum Development, Lesson Planning, K-12 pedagogy, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Planning, Public Policies, Student-Centred Learning, Pedagogy, Planning, Social Justice, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Initiative and Leadership

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    550 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Toronto

    Aboriginal Worldviews and Education

    Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Cultural Diversity, Higher Education, Social Sciences, Social Studies, Diversity Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Sensitivity, Social Justice, Liberal Arts, Research, Storytelling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    498 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Number Sense for Primary Education with PhET Simulations

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Interactive Learning, Pedagogy, Lesson Planning, Mathematics Education, Education Software and Technology, Simulations, Arithmetic, Cultural Responsiveness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Educación Social: Ámbitos de acción y reflexión

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Social Work, Education and Training, Social Justice, Community and Social Work, Social Impact, Childhood Education and Development, Pedagogy, Sustainable Development, Child Welfare, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    95 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Indian Institute for Human Settlements

    Reimagining Education for Equity

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Child Development, Community Development, Working With Children, Education and Training, Socioeconomics, Higher Education, Pedagogy, Sustainable Development, Cultural Diversity, Social Impact, Teaching, Curriculum Development, Policy Analysis, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Qualitative Research, Critical Thinking

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Breastfeeding and Adequate Substitutes: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
  • Becoming a Language Friendly Teacher: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) Education for Teachers: Macquarie University
  • Blended Learning Toolkit: Columbia University
  • Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Learners and Learning: Commonwealth Education Trust
  • SEL for Students: A Path to Social Emotional Well-Being: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Psychology of Popularity: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • Educación Básica en Contextos Rurales: Universidad Austral
  • Aboriginal Worldviews and Education: University of Toronto
  • Number Sense for Primary Education with PhET Simulations: University of Colorado Boulder

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