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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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    Find the Best Child Psychology Course for Your Goals

    • U

      University of Geneva

      Handicap visuel : comprendre et agir pour l'inclusion

      Skills you'll gain: Visual Impairment Education, Disabilities, Diversity Awareness, Empathy, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Human Development, Social Skills, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Special Education, Working With Children, Child Development, Emotional Intelligence, Cognitive flexibility

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      E

      Emory University

      Marketing Channel Benefits

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Channel, Strategic Marketing, Business Marketing, Go To Market Strategy, Target Market, Customer Analysis, Market Research, Customer Insights, Market Opportunities, B2B Sales, Consumer Behaviour, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Planning, Competitive Analysis, Innovation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      T

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Analíticas en Páginas Web

      Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics, Search Engine Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Market Research, Digital Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Analytical Skills, Online Advertising, Email Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Analytics, Content Performance Analysis, Market Intelligence, Customer Insights, Consumer Behaviour, Digital Advertising, Pay Per Click Advertising, Customer Relationship Management, Browser Compatibility, Advertising Campaigns

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Utrecht University

      Professionalism in an era of change

      Skills you'll gain: Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Lifelong Learning, Professionalism, Professional Development, Social Sciences, Organizational Change, Adaptability, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Structure, Sociology, Psychology, Employee Engagement, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      56 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      D

      Duke University

      Risk Management and Financial Theory

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Credit Risk, Stakeholder Communications, Operational Risk, Proposal Development, Risk Analysis, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Business Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • N

      National Taiwan University

      實驗經濟學 (Experimental Economics: Behavioral Game Theory)

      Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Experimentation, Behavioral Economics, Negotiation, Strategic Decision-Making, Research Design, Economics, Decision Making, Socioeconomics, Data Collection

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      81 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Economía del Cambio Climático

      Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Economics, Environmental Policy, Behavioral Economics, International Relations, Big Data, Cost Benefit Analysis, Environmental Regulations, Tax, Mathematical Modeling, Mitigation, Market Analysis, Decision Making, Environmental Science

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of California, Davis

      Predictive Models for Toxic Chemical Releases

      Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Safety Assurance, Process Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Pollution Prevention, Environmental Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Risk Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      45 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Supply Chain of Agriculture

      Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Supply Chain, Food and Beverage, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Production Process, Water Resources, Supply And Demand, Production Management, Environment and Resource Management, Market Dynamics, Economics, Consumer Behaviour, Emerging Technologies

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      E

      Emory University

      Managing Uncertainty in Marketing Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Probability Distribution, Marketing Analytics, Probability, Microsoft Excel, Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Forecasting, Decision Making, Simulation and Simulation Software, Insurance and Warranty Claims Processing, Risk Analysis

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      68 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      D

      Duke University

      Investment Evaluation

      Skills you'll gain: Capital Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Cash Flows, Return On Investment, Investments, Risk Analysis, Analysis

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universiteit Leiden

      A Circular Economy of Metals: Towards a Sustainable Societal Metabolism

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Resource Management, Environment, Sustainability Reporting, Waste Minimization, Systems Thinking, Product Lifecycle Management, Supply And Demand, Material Handling, Product Design, Consumer Behaviour, Forecasting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      102 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Handicap visuel : comprendre et agir pour l'inclusion: University of Geneva
    • Marketing Channel Benefits: Emory University
    • Analíticas en Páginas Web: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Professionalism in an era of change: Utrecht University
    • Risk Management and Financial Theory: Duke University
    • 實驗經濟學 (Experimental Economics: Behavioral Game Theory): National Taiwan University
    • Economía del Cambio Climático: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Predictive Models for Toxic Chemical Releases: University of California, Davis
    • Supply Chain of Agriculture: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Managing Uncertainty in Marketing Analytics: Emory 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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