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Child Psychology Courses

Child psychology courses can help you learn developmental milestones, emotional regulation, behavioral assessment, and the impact of environment on child growth. You can build skills in effective communication with children, understanding attachment styles, and implementing intervention strategies. Many courses introduce tools such as observational techniques, standardized assessments, and play therapy methods, that support applying your knowledge in real-life situations and supporting children's mental health and development.


Popular Child Psychology Courses and Certifications


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    Universidad de Palermo

    PsicologĂ­a

    Skills you'll gain: Student-Centred Learning, Psychology, Human Learning, Learning Theory, Creativity, Human Development, Behavior Management, Neurology, Formal Learning, Self-Awareness, Applied Behavior Analysis, Education and Training, Student Engagement, Culture, Molecular Biology, Anatomy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Computational Thinking, Systems Thinking, Case Studies

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    Yale University

    Moralities of Everyday Life

    Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Research, Anthropology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Sociology, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Political Sciences, Child Development

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Introduction to Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Scientific Methods, Human Learning, Human Development, Learning Theory, Culture, Biology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Case Studies, Statistical Analysis

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    American Psychological Association

    Qualitative Research Methods in Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Interviewing Skills, Case Studies, Research, Research Methodologies, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Social Sciences, Research Design, Psychology, Cultural Diversity, Analytical Skills, Anthropology

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Positive Psychology Specialization Project: Design Your Life for Well-being

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Empowerment, Research Methodologies, Optimism, Positive Behavior Support, Personal Development, Science and Research, Research Design, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychology, Self-Awareness, Program Evaluation, Creativity, Curiosity

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    University of Geneva

    Children's Human Rights - An Interdisciplinary Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Child Welfare, Social Justice, Human Development, Child Development, Working With Children, Social Sciences, Child Health, Court Systems, International Relations, Childhood Education and Development, Cultural Diversity, Anthropology, Family Law, Legal Research, Research

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Positive Psychology: Martin E. P. Seligman’s Visionary Science

    Skills you'll gain: Optimism, Personal Development, Resilience, Positive Behavior Support, Psychology, Working With Children, Education and Training, Research, Visionary, Human Development, Creativity

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    American Psychological Association

    The Psychology of Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Behavioral Economics, Psychology, Critical Thinking, Social Sciences, Interpersonal Communications, Diversity Awareness, Case Studies, Research

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    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Psychology of Popularity

    Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Psychology, Social Impact, Social Sciences, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Child Development, Life Sciences, Biology, Research

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    Wesleyan University

    Introduction to Abnormal Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Psychological Evaluations, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Clinical Psychology, Cultural Diversity, Psychotherapy, Mental Health, Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mental Health Therapies, Interpersonal Communications, Clinical Assessment, Social Determinants Of Health

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    University of Geneva

    Développement psychologique de l'enfant

    Skills you'll gain: Child Development, Childhood Education and Development, Working With Children, Human Development, Parent Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Psychology, Self-Awareness, Self-Discipline, Social Skills, Empathy, Creativity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    American Psychological Association

    Methods for Quantitative Research in Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Quantitative Research, Scientific Methods, Research Design, Surveys, Research, Research and Design, Qualitative Research, Correlation Analysis, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Psychology, Sampling (Statistics)

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • PsicologĂ­a: Universidad de Palermo
  • Moralities of Everyday Life: Yale University
  • Introduction to Psychology: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Qualitative Research Methods in Psychology: American Psychological Association
  • Positive Psychology Specialization Project: Design Your Life for Well-being: University of Pennsylvania
  • Children's Human Rights - An Interdisciplinary Introduction: University of Geneva
  • Positive Psychology: Martin E. P. Seligman’s Visionary Science: University of Pennsylvania
  • The Psychology of Decision Making: American Psychological Association
  • Psychology of Popularity: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • Introduction to Abnormal Psychology: Wesleyan University

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