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Early Childhood Education Courses

Early Childhood Education courses can help you learn child development theories, curriculum design, classroom management, and assessment strategies. You can build skills in fostering social-emotional learning, engaging families, and implementing play-based learning approaches. Many courses introduce tools like observation checklists, lesson planning software, and assessment frameworks that support effective teaching practices and enhance the learning environment for young children.


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Popular Early Childhood Education Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    Use Genially to Create Award Certificates

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Collaborative Software

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Case Western Reserve University

    Be a Leader, Develop a Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Coaching, Leadership Development, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Influencing, Strategic Leadership, People Development, Professional Development, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Team Leadership, Visionary, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Relationship Building

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    81 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
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    The University of Edinburgh

    Human Rights-based Approach to Dignity in Care (DIGNISPACE)

    Skills you'll gain: Dignity in Care, Empowerment, Healthcare Ethics, Accountability, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, digital literacy, Interactive Learning, Social Justice, Discussion Facilitation, Diversity Awareness, Patient-centered Care, Advocacy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Taiwan University

    莊子─人情 (Zhuangzi─Between People)

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Liberal Arts, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Cognitive flexibility, Relationship Building, Lifelong Learning, Open Mindset, Mindfulness, Adaptability, Curiosity, Stress Management

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    47 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Strategies for Senior Housing Communities during COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Infection Control, Emergency Response, Personal protective equipment, Public Health, Community Health, Mental Health, Health And Safety Standards, Patient Education and Support, Education and Training, Policy Development, Interpersonal Communications

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    154 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Nutrition for Optimal Mental Health

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Mental Health, Meal Planning And Preparation, Psychology, Mindfulness

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    D

    Duke University

    Strategic Management for Churches

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Planning, Business Metrics, Culture, Business Priorities, Leadership, Performance Measurement, Goal Setting, Communication

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
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    M

    Michigan State University

    Reign of Pain

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Neurology, Chronic Diseases, Stress Management, Empathy, Mental Health, Physical Therapy, Psychology, Patient Education and Support, Mindfulness, Mental Health Therapies, Emotional Intelligence, Patient Evaluation

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    37 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Diagnosing Health Behaviors for Global Health Programs

    Skills you'll gain: Health Promotion, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Health Education, Cultural Sensitivity, Public Health, Health Policy, Community Health, Social Sciences, Program Evaluation, Learning Theory

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    95 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of California San Diego

    Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Program Development, Code Review, Software Documentation, Debugging, Technical Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    University of Cape Town

    Building Fintech Startups in Emerging Markets

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Solution Design, Business Modeling, Business Planning, Business Strategies, Market Opportunities, New Business Development, FinTech, Case Studies, Professional Networking, Business Development, Growth Strategies, Financial Regulation, Fundraising, Intellectual Property

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    56 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    MedCerts

    Patient-Centered Care Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient-centered Care, Nutrition Education, Basic Patient Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Vital Signs, Patient Evaluation, Health Assessment, Nursing and Patient Care, Patient Observation, Health And Wellness Coaching, Medical History Documentation

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular early childhood education courses

  • Use Genially to Create Award Certificates: Coursera
  • Be a Leader, Develop a Leader: Case Western Reserve University
  • Human Rights-based Approach to Dignity in Care (DIGNISPACE): The University of Edinburgh
  • 莊子─人情 (Zhuangzi─Between People): National Taiwan University
  • Strategies for Senior Housing Communities during COVID-19: Johns Hopkins University
  • Nutrition for Optimal Mental Health: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Strategic Management for Churches: Duke University
  • Reign of Pain: Michigan State University
  • Diagnosing Health Behaviors for Global Health Programs: Johns Hopkins University
  • Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators Capstone: University of California San Diego

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