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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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    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Управление рисками проекта и изменениями

      Skills you'll gain: Project Risk Management, Scope Management, Project Management, Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Management, Change Management, Stakeholder Communications, Risk Analysis, Cost Management, Communication, Management Reporting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      82 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • N

      National Taiwan University

      少年福利與權利 (Welfare and Rights of Youth)

      Skills you'll gain: Child Welfare, Social Work, Community and Social Work, Advocacy, Working With Children, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Public Policies, Child Development, Human Development, Culture

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      46 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      Simplilearn

      Behavioral Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Retention, Marketing Strategies, Digital Marketing, Growth Strategies, Customer Acquisition Management, Customer Relationship Management, E-Commerce, Marketing Effectiveness, Customer Engagement, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Automation, Persona Development, Consumer Behaviour

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

      Transforming Life and Organizations in the Digital Age

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Innovation, Business Transformation, Organizational Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Technology Strategies, Organizational Change, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Human Learning, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      28 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Manejo del estrés en los colaboradores

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Team Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Team Leadership, Workforce Management, Occupational Safety And Health, Productivity, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Studies, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Cultural Diversity, Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      73 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidad Austral

      El trabajo por proyectos en escuelas de contextos rurales

      Skills you'll gain: Project Documentation, Differentiated Instruction, Project Design, Program Evaluation, Curriculum Planning, Lesson Planning, Problem Solving, Curriculum Development, Student-Centred Learning, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Teaching, Student Engagement, Cultural Diversity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      62 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      SkillUp EdTech

      Data Privacy, Security, Governance, Risk and Compliance

      Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Data Governance, Data Architecture, Data Quality, Personally Identifiable Information, Incident Response, Security Controls, Security Strategy, Threat Management, Threat Detection, Risk Management, Compliance Management, Encryption, Data Integrity, Risk Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      26 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Geneva

      Internationalization of Education: Global Issues & Trends

      Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, International Relations, Governance, Education and Training, Social Studies, Intercultural Competence, Immigration Law, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, World History, Social Justice, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Policies

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Disaster Recovery Planning for Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity Planning, Contingency Planning, Business Risk Management, Data Loss Prevention, Security Management, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Information Assurance, Procedure Development, Personally Identifiable Information, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Standard Operating Procedure, Incident Response, Threat Management, Compliance Management, Program Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      T

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Implicaciones estratégicas de la marca

      Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Branding, Brand Management, Brand Awareness, Brand Loyalty, Strategic Marketing, Strategic Partnership, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Customer experience improvement, Growth Strategies, Strategic Communication, Market Share, New Business Development, Consumer Behaviour, User Experience, Product Lifecycle Management, Competitive Analysis

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      50 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • P

      Politecnico di Milano

      Water: an essential resource

      Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Environmental Engineering, Sanitation, Environmental Monitoring, Civil Engineering, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, Pollution Prevention, Human Centered Design, Risk Analysis, Continuous Monitoring, Machine Learning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      52 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      T

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Leadership focused on Human Flourishing

      Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Self-Awareness, Resilience, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Optimism, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Growth Mindedness, Visionary, Empathy, Relationship Building, Psychology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      49 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Управление рисками проекта и изменениями: University of California, Irvine
    • 少年福利與權利 (Welfare and Rights of Youth): National Taiwan University
    • Behavioral Marketing: Simplilearn
    • Transforming Life and Organizations in the Digital Age: IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad
    • Manejo del estrés en los colaboradores: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • El trabajo por proyectos en escuelas de contextos rurales: Universidad Austral
    • Data Privacy, Security, Governance, Risk and Compliance: SkillUp EdTech
    • Internationalization of Education: Global Issues & Trends: University of Geneva
    • Disaster Recovery Planning for Organizations: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Implicaciones estratégicas de la marca: Tecnológico de Monterrey

    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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