Animal psychology courses can help you learn animal behavior analysis, cognitive processes in animals, and the impact of environment on behavior. You can build skills in observational techniques, behavioral assessment, and understanding species-specific communication. Many courses introduce tools like behavioral observation software and data analysis methods to help you interpret findings and apply them in real-world settings, whether in research, animal training, or wildlife conservation.

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Trauma Care, Mental Health, Psychiatric Assessments, Psychology, Psychotherapy, Mental and Behavioral Health, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Stress Management, Cultural Sensitivity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Fractal Analytics
Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Decision Making, Behavior Management, Behavioral Economics, Applied Behavior Analysis, Human Development, Emotional Intelligence, Psychology, Qualitative Research, Critical Thinking, Empathy, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Compassion, Psychology, Mental Health, Resilience, Behavioral Health, Cultural Diversity, Personal Development, Empathy, Mindfulness, Relationship Building, Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mental Health Therapies, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychotherapy, Psychology, Experimentation, Health Education, Goal Setting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

O.P. Jindal Global University
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
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Applied Behavior Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

National Academy of Sports Medicine
Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Nutrition and Diet, Health And Wellness Coaching, Persistence, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Motivational Interviewing, Psychology, Dealing With Ambiguity, Self-Discipline
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The University of Edinburgh
Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Behavioral Health, Behavior Management, Learning Theory, Human Learning, Psychology, Psychological Evaluations, Non-Verbal Communication
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Preventative Care, Injury Prevention, Public Health, Vital Signs, Safety Assurance, Athletic Training, Physiology, Health Assessment, Behavior Management, Emergency Response, Psychology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Research Design, Qualitative Research, Critical Thinking, Persistence, Program Evaluation, Case Studies, Tenacity, Psychological Evaluations, Surveys, Data Collection, Reliability, Descriptive Statistics, Interviewing Skills
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

O.P. Jindal Global University
Skills you'll gain: Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Mental Health, Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Optimism, Resilience, Compassion, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Adaptability, Relationship Building, Creativity, Mindfulness, Community Health
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months