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      Packt

      Governance, Risk, and Compliance

      Skills you'll gain: Disaster Recovery, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Risk Management, Compliance Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Analysis, Cloud Security, Business Continuity, Cyber Risk, Security Management, Vendor Management, Incident Response, Data Security, Business Analysis, Personally Identifiable Information

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      AI-Enhanced Content Creation:Elevate Copywriting with Humata

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Target Audience, AI Personalization, Blogs, Marketing Psychology, Copywriting, Advertising, Marketing Materials, Advertising Campaigns, Content Marketing, Generative AI, Content Creation, Facebook, Automation

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IE Business School

      Proyecto capstone estrategia de marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Planning, Market Analysis, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Management, Market Dynamics, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Customer Analysis, Marketing Communications, Product Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Brand Strategy, Hotels and Accommodations, Target Audience

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Risks to Crop Production in Agriculture

      Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Legal Risk, Water Resources, Financial Analysis, Decision Making, Environmental Resource Management, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Property Management, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Lease Contracts, Cash Flows, Production Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Introduction to Sales

      Skills you'll gain: Sales, Closing (Sales), Selling Techniques, Sales Presentation, Sales Strategy, Sales Process, Consultative Selling, Overcoming Objections, Prospecting and Qualification, Influencing, Value Propositions, Customer Analysis, Business-To-Consumer, Customer Relationship Building, Active Listening

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Universidad de Palermo

      ¿Cómo ser feliz? Familia, Economía y Políticas Públicas

      Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Economic Development, Economics, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Socioeconomics, Human Development, Behavioral Economics, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Community Development, Gerontology, Relationship Building, Empathy, Child Development, Resilience, Cooperation, Personal Development, Cultural Diversity, Emotional Intelligence

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Le marketing dans un monde numérique

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Digital Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Consumer Behaviour, Customer Engagement, Promotional Strategies, Product Development, Content Creation, Innovation, Business Strategies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Foundations of NIST Cybersecurity Frameworks

      Skills you'll gain: NIST 800-53, Risk Analysis, Business Risk Management, Security Management, Continuous Monitoring, Asset Management, Security Controls, System Monitoring, Risk Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Enterprise Security, Threat Detection, Auditing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      مقدمة في علم الاقتصاد | Introduction to Economics

      Skills you'll gain: Economics, Resource Allocation, Decision Making, Socioeconomics, Investments, Business Economics, Consumer Behaviour, Supply And Demand

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Kennesaw State University

      Managing Customer Expectations with Jagdish Sheth

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Retention, Expectation Management, Brand Loyalty, Customer Relationship Management, Human Resource Strategy, Diversity Marketing, Customer Analysis, Target Market, Customer Insights, Market Share, Consumer Behaviour

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      University of Colorado System

      Fundamentals of Cross-Functional Collaboration

      Skills you'll gain: Cross-Functional Collaboration, Collaboration, Cooperation, Teamwork, Team Leadership, Self-Awareness, Leadership, Relationship Building, Empathy, Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Dartmouth College

      Question Reality: Mind

      Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Logical Reasoning, Artificial Intelligence, Computational Thinking, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Simulations, Computer Science, Psychology, Science and Research, Scientific Methods

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Governance, Risk, and Compliance: Packt
    • AI-Enhanced Content Creation:Elevate Copywriting with Humata: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Proyecto capstone estrategia de marketing: IE Business School
    • Risks to Crop Production in Agriculture: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Introduction to Sales: Packt
    • ¿Cómo ser feliz? Familia, Economía y Políticas Públicas: Universidad de Palermo
    • Le marketing dans un monde numérique: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Foundations of NIST Cybersecurity Frameworks: Packt
    • مقدمة في علم الاقتصاد | Introduction to Economics: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Managing Customer Expectations with Jagdish Sheth: Kennesaw State University

    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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