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    • U

      Universidad Austral

      Introducción a la Psicología

      Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Human Development, Human Learning, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Child Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      145 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Y

      Yale University

      Health Behavior Change: From Evidence to Action

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health and Disease Prevention, Nutrition and Diet, Public Health, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Behavioral Economics, Patient Education And Counseling, Program Evaluation, Preventative Care

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      453 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      SoFi

      The Fundamentals of Personal Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Estate Planning, Insurance, Goal Setting, Investments, Budgeting, Tax, Mortgage Loans, Financial Planning, Cash Flow Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Loans, Risk Analysis, Asset Protection, Income Tax, Risk Appetite, Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Consumer Lending, Credit Risk, Safety and Security

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      361 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • T

      The State University of New York

      International Cyber Conflicts

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, International Relations, Cyber Risk, Cyber Operations, Cyber Governance, Diplomacy, Infrastructure Architecture, Conflict Management, Security Management, Political Sciences, Media and Communications, Psychology

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.5K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      A

      American Psychological Association

      Statistics in Psychological Research

      Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Plot (Graphics), Graphing, Statistical Visualization, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Quantitative Research, Statistics, Sample Size Determination, Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Psychology, Research Design, Experimentation, Scientific Methods

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      50 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Leading Teams: Building Effective Team Cultures

      Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Team Management, Teamwork, Safety Culture, Diversity and Inclusion, Employee Engagement, Team Leadership, Growth Mindedness, Problem Solving, Organizational Change, Innovation, Adaptability, Creativity, Leadership

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      T

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Diseño Instruccional: Aprendizaje activo y Pedagogía digital

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Instructional Design, Course Development, Learning Management Systems, Instructional Strategies, Educational Materials, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Quality Assurance, Planning, Systems Analysis, Solution Design, Design Strategies, Digital Transformation, Problem Management, Technical Documentation, Virtual Environment, Continuous Monitoring

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      Imperial College London

      Foundations of Public Health Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Microbiology, Health Assessment, Sanitation, Program Evaluation, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Health Policy, Preventative Care, Behavioral Economics, Community Health, Data Literacy, Behavioral Health, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Emergency Response, Health And Safety Standards, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Systems

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      639 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      E

      EDHEC Business School

      Introduction to Portfolio Construction and Analysis with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Investment Management, Portfolio Management, Asset Management, Risk Analysis, Financial Modeling, Risk Management, Financial Analysis, NumPy, Probability Distribution, Python Programming, Simulations, Pandas (Python Package), Matplotlib, Data Manipulation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IE Business School

      Integrated Marketing Communications: Advertising, Public Relations, Digital Marketing and more

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Communications, Integrated Marketing Communications, Advertising, Marketing, Marketing Budgets, Brand Marketing, Communication Planning, Marketing Planning, Brand Strategy, Brand Management, Brand Loyalty, Branding, Marketing Management, Campaign Management, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Media Planning, Brand Awareness, Promotional Strategies, Consumer Behaviour, Communication Strategies

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      A

      American Psychological Association

      Student Success

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Writing, Editing, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Learning Strategies, Learning Theory, Human Learning, Mental Concentration, Proofreading, Concision, Psychology, Productivity, Emotional Intelligence, Time Management, Critical Thinking, Behavioral Health, Scientific Methods, Organizational Skills

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      18 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado System

      Newborn Baby Care

      Skills you'll gain: Respiratory Care, Patient Evaluation, Preventative Care, Child Health, Maternal Health, Pulmonology, Health Assessment, Vital Signs, Working With Children, Cardiology, Nursing Care, Pediatrics, Child Development, Parent Communication, Nursing and Patient Care, Medical Equipment and Technology, Caregiving, Patient Education and Support, Patient Safety, Public Health and Disease Prevention

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Introducción a la Psicología: Universidad Austral
    • Health Behavior Change: From Evidence to Action: Yale University
    • The Fundamentals of Personal Finance: SoFi
    • International Cyber Conflicts: The State University of New York
    • Statistics in Psychological Research: American Psychological Association
    • Leading Teams: Building Effective Team Cultures: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Diseño Instruccional: Aprendizaje activo y Pedagogía digital: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Foundations of Public Health Practice: Imperial College London
    • Introduction to Portfolio Construction and Analysis with Python: EDHEC Business School
    • Integrated Marketing Communications: Advertising, Public Relations, Digital Marketing and more: IE Business School

    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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