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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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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Psychological Safety

      Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Overcoming Obstacles, Courage, Resilience, Compassion, Teamwork, Empowerment, Collaboration, Constructive Feedback, Relationship Building, Innovation, Interpersonal Communications, Active Listening

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      45 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de Palermo

      Psicología

      Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Human Learning, Learning Theory, Human Development, Anatomy, Formal Learning, Creativity, Learning Styles, Culture, Education and Training, Language Competency, Child Development, Neurology, Cognitive flexibility, Social Sciences, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Behavior Management, Computational Thinking, Visual Impairment Education, Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Wesleyan University

      Creating Behavioral Change

      Skills you'll gain: Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Behavior Management, Research, Scientific Methods, Learning Theory, Psychology, Experimentation, Goal Setting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      177 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

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

      Skills you'll gain: Personal Attributes, Positivity, Psychological Evaluations, Program Evaluation, Optimism, Personal Development, Positive Behavior Support, Empowerment, Enthusiasm, Compassion, Self-Awareness, Growth Mindedness, Psychology, Creativity, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Curiosity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      869 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Università Bocconi

      Management of Fashion and Luxury Companies

      Skills you'll gain: Annual Reports, Financial Statement Analysis, Retail Store Operations, Marketing Communications, Brand Management, Financial Analysis, Business Modeling, Branding, Digital Media Strategy, Business Management, Product Management, Business Strategy, Merchandising, Communication Strategies, Product Development, E-Commerce, Consumer Behaviour, Customer experience strategy (CX)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6.1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Introduction to Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Go To Market Strategy, Branding, Strategic Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing, Brand Strategy, Marketing Planning, Customer experience strategy (CX), Marketing Channel, Brand Awareness, Target Market

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      Generative AI and ChatGPT for K-12 Educators

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Student Engagement, Generative AI, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Education Software and Technology, Creativity, AI Personalization, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Innovation, Decision Making, Application Development, Creative Problem-Solving

      4.8
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      7K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Case Western Reserve University

      Introduction to International Criminal Law

      Skills you'll gain: Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, Trial Preparation, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, International Relations, Case Law, Public Safety and National Security, Legal Strategy, Legal Research, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Cambridge

      Introduction to Cognitive Psychology and Neuropsychology

      Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Human Learning, Psychology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Human Development, Science and Research, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Research, Child Development, Scientific Methods, Biology, Research Methodologies

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Cambridge

      The Psychology of Emotions: an introduction to embodied cognition

      Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Human Learning, Non-Verbal Communication, Social Sciences, Neurology, Medical Imaging, Interpersonal Communications, Research, Research Methodologies

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Cambridge

      Learning and memory in the brain: a guide for teachers

      Skills you'll gain: Human Learning, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement, Child Development, Disabilities, Special Education, Neurology, Diversity Awareness, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Psychology

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      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      Start the UX Design Process: Empathize, Define, and Ideate

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, User Research, Competitive Analysis, Design Research, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Creativity, Psychology, Storytelling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      17K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Psychological Safety: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Psicología: Universidad de Palermo
    • Creating Behavioral Change: Wesleyan University
    • Positive Psychology Specialization Project: Design Your Life for Well-being: University of Pennsylvania
    • Management of Fashion and Luxury Companies: Università Bocconi
    • Introduction to Marketing: University of Pennsylvania
    • Generative AI and ChatGPT for K-12 Educators: Vanderbilt University
    • Introduction to International Criminal Law: Case Western Reserve University
    • Introduction to Cognitive Psychology and Neuropsychology: University of Cambridge
    • The Psychology of Emotions: an introduction to embodied cognition : University of Cambridge

    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.

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