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    Understand child development theories and stages. Learn about the physical, cognitive, and emotional development of children from infancy to adolescence.

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      Whizlabs

      AWS: Compute and Storage

      Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Serverless Computing, Amazon S3, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, API Gateway, AWS CloudFormation, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Storage, Data Security, Application Deployment, File Systems, Data Encryption Standard

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      AJAX Next Level: Authentication, Servers, Projects & More

      Skills you'll gain: Ajax, Server Side, Restful API, Apache, Full-Stack Web Development, API Design, Node.JS, Web Servers, Postman API Platform, Authentications, Application Servers, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Applications, Back-End Web Development, Secure Coding, Web Development Tools, Web Development, Javascript, JSON, Application Security

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Introduction to jQuery and Basic Concepts

      Skills you'll gain: jQuery, Javascript and jQuery, Event-Driven Programming, Data Validation, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), UI Components, Web Development Tools, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Applications, Animations

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Voxy

      Intermediate English: Telling Stories

      Skills you'll gain: English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Vocabulary, Grammar, Oral Comprehension, Communication, Professional Development, Cultural Diversity, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Self-Awareness

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Performance Optimization and Utilities in Teradata

      Skills you'll gain: Teradata SQL, Performance Tuning, Stored Procedure, Solution Design, Extract, Transform, Load, Database Management, Data Import/Export, Database Design, System Implementation, Data Warehousing, Emerging Technologies

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Créer un Business Model Canva avec Mural

      Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Customer Relationship Management, New Business Development, Business Planning, Telecommuting, Value Propositions, Collaborative Software

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Meta

      Trabajar con datos en Android

      Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Android Development, Kotlin, Android Studio, Application Programming Interface (API), Mobile Development, Object-Relational Mapping, Database Management, Databases, JSON, SQL, Other Programming Languages

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      HubSpot Academy

      Ventas entrantes

      Skills you'll gain: Prospecting and Qualification, Sales Presentations, Persona Development, Sales Process, Target Audience, Sales Strategy, Phone Sales, Lead Generation, Customer Analysis, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Email Marketing, Professional Networking

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Continuous Integration (CI) Insight for Agile Development

      Skills you'll gain: Continuous Integration, CI/CD, Test Automation, Continuous Delivery, Jenkins, Continuous Deployment, DevSecOps, Agile Software Development, Unit Testing, Integration Testing, Application Security, Automation

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Primeros Pasos con Microsoft Word

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Editing, Writing, Document Management, Multimedia, Entrepreneurship, Productivity Software, Office Administration, Photography

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Java 21 - Exploring the Latest Innovations for 2024

      Skills you'll gain: Development Environment, Java Programming, Java, Integrated Development Environments, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Performance Tuning, Virtual Machines, Data Modeling, Scalability, Data Structures, Cryptography

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Créer une présentation professionnelle avec Prezi

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Technical Communication, Professional Development, Data Sharing, Technical Documentation

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • AWS: Compute and Storage: Whizlabs
    • AJAX Next Level: Authentication, Servers, Projects & More: Packt
    • Introduction to jQuery and Basic Concepts: Packt
    • Intermediate English: Telling Stories: Voxy
    • Performance Optimization and Utilities in Teradata: Board Infinity
    • Créer un Business Model Canva avec Mural: Coursera Project Network
    • Trabajar con datos en Android: Meta
    • Ventas entrantes: HubSpot Academy
    • Continuous Integration (CI) Insight for Agile Development : Board Infinity
    • Primeros Pasos con Microsoft Word: Coursera Project Network

    Frequently Asked Questions about Child Development

    Child development is the series of changes a child makes from the time they are born until the time they complete adolescence and become young adults. These changes are physical, mental, emotional, and intellectual. While every child develops differently, the ultimate goal at the end of the child development period is for the person to become independent and no longer need their parents or caregivers for survival in society. This involves developing problem-solving skills, learning self-control, understanding how to interact with others, using new speech and language skills, developing fine and gross motor skills, and mastering sensory awareness.

    Genetics, environmental factors, prenatal events, access to education and various stimuli, a child's learning capacity, and medical diagnoses can all impact child development, both positively and negatively. In the professional world, child development is often divided into three stages: early childhood (birth to around age six), middle childhood (around age six to around age twelve or the start of puberty), and adolescence (around age twelve until around age eighteen). Those who work in the field may specialize in one age group.‎

    Children born today are the key to keeping society running in the future, so understanding child development and supporting those children to ensure they hit their developmental milestones is important to almost every person. Whether you're a parent, a caregiver, or someone who works with children on a professional level, learning about child development helps you make a positive impact. If a child isn't progressing the way he or she should, you can intervene and attempt to correct it. Specific courses, certifications, and degrees may also help you advance your career.‎

    Any career that involves children must understand child development on some level. Teachers, educators, and administrators, from preschool through high school, use this information on a daily basis. Those who work in child care, such as daycare workers, nannies, and babysitters use child development. In the medical field, therapists, counselors, pediatricians, and pediatric nurses create a plan of care based on developmental milestones. Other careers include social work, manufacturing and retail of children's products, communications—including those who write and develop children's books and television programs—community service careers, and case managers.‎

    Online Child Development courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your existing knowledge or learn new Child Development skills. With a wide range of Child Development classes, you can conveniently learn at your own pace to advance your Child Development career skills.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Child Development, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    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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