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    Child psychology courses can help you learn how children grow, think, feel, and behave by exploring cognitive, emotional, and social development.

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    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Foundations of Professional Identity

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Business Ethics, Professionalism, Decision Making, Strong Work Ethic, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Trustworthiness, Personal Development, Communication, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Conflict Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidade de São Paulo

      Biologia do Sono e Saúde Humana

      Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Psychiatry, Psychology, Behavioral Health, Health Care, Pulmonology, Human Development, Human Learning, Biology, Neurology, Cultural Diversity

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      MedCerts

      Mental Health Overview, Theories, and Disorders

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Healthcare Ethics, Mental Health, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Psychiatric And Mental Health Nursing, Psychotherapy, Mental Health Therapies, Behavioral Health, Psychology, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Inclusive Online Teaching Teach-Out

      Skills you'll gain: Student Engagement, Pedagogy, Teaching, Differentiated Instruction, Education and Training, Special Education, Disabilities, Instructional Strategies, Learning Strategies, Diversity Awareness, Instructional Design, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      59 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Social Computing

      Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Graph Theory, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Social Sciences, Statistical Analysis, Amazon Web Services, R Programming, Tensorflow, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Research Design, Sociology, Human Machine Interfaces, Data Collection, Machine Learning Methods, Behavioral Economics, Analytics, Natural Language Processing, Game Design

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • P

      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Manejo de Crisis Epilépticas y Promoción de la Inclusión Social

      Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Caregiving, Diversity Awareness, Mental Health, Chronic Diseases, Care Management, Patient Education and Support, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Family Medicine, Student Support and Services, Patient Treatment, School Psychology, Pediatrics, Emergency Response, Neurology, Child Health, Gynecology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      100 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Michigan

      AI for Lawyers: Obstacles and Opportunities

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Experimentation, Legal Strategy, Analysis, Law Practice Management Software, Risk Analysis, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, Emerging Technologies

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Geneva

      Supervision du raisonnement clinique

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Supervision, Patient Evaluation, Constructive Feedback, Train The Trainer, Coaching, Clinical Experience, Cognitive flexibility, Decision Making, Collaboration, Complex Problem Solving, Problem Solving, Communication Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      86 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      E

      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      Sustainable Corporate Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Mergers & Acquisitions, Corporate Finance, Risk Analysis, Governance, Corporate Strategy, Capital Budgeting, Financial Management, Financial Modeling, Return On Investment, Capital Markets, Business Ethics, Environmental Issue, Financial Analysis, Business Valuation, Due Diligence, Market Dynamics

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Resilient Teaching Through Times of Crisis and Change

      Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Educational Materials, Systems Thinking, Diversity Awareness, Adaptability, Instructional Design, Education Software and Technology, Constructive Feedback, Innovation, Collaboration, Goal Setting, Planning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      P

      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Estructura de capital

      Skills you'll gain: Capital Markets, Equities, Corporate Finance, Bankruptcies, Tax, Financial Policy, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Business Valuation, Risk Analysis

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Northeastern University

      Mastering Negotiation Skills & Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Relationship Building, Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Active Listening

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Foundations of Professional Identity: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Biologia do Sono e Saúde Humana: Universidade de São Paulo
    • Mental Health Overview, Theories, and Disorders: MedCerts
    • Inclusive Online Teaching Teach-Out: Johns Hopkins University
    • Social Computing: Johns Hopkins University
    • Manejo de Crisis Epilépticas y Promoción de la Inclusión Social: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • AI for Lawyers: Obstacles and Opportunities: University of Michigan
    • Supervision du raisonnement clinique: University of Geneva
    • Sustainable Corporate Finance: Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • Resilient Teaching Through Times of Crisis and Change: University of Michigan

    Why Learn Child Psychology?

    Child psychology focuses on understanding how children develop from infancy through adolescence. It examines learning, behavior, emotional well-being, and relationships to support healthy growth. Learning child psychology can help you better support children in educational, clinical, or caregiving settings and build a foundation for careers in psychology, education, or child development.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Child Psychology

    Top options include Everyday Parenting: The ABCs of Child Rearing from Yale University, Understanding Child Development from the Utrecht University, and ADHD: Everyday Strategies for Elementary Students from the University at Buffalo. These courses explore emotional, social, and cognitive development, as well as parenting and behavioral strategies.‎

    Yes. Many child psychology courses offer a free audit option. This allows learners to access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how children develop emotionally, socially, and intellectually from infancy through adolescence. Topics may include attachment theory, learning behaviors, parenting strategies, and how to support healthy psychological growth in different environments.‎

    No prior experience is required for most beginner-level courses. They are designed to introduce core concepts in a clear and accessible way, whether you're a caregiver, educator, healthcare provider, or simply interested in child development.‎

    Yes. Courses in child psychology can support career paths in teaching, early childhood education, counseling, social work, and pediatric healthcare. They can also serve as a foundation for further study in psychology or developmental science.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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