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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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      American Psychological Association

      Qualitative Research Methods in Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Interviewing Skills, Research, Research Methodologies, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Social Sciences, Research Design, Culture, Psychology, Analytical Skills, Rapport Building, Anthropology, Diversity Awareness

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Multiple educators

      Object Oriented Programming in Java

      Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Data Structures, Event-Driven Programming, Interactive Data Visualization, Java, Java Programming, Development Testing, User Interface (UI), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, Software Testing, Computer Programming, Cryptography, Software Engineering, Performance Tuning, Encryption, Algorithms, Data Analysis, Software Design, Problem Solving

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Duke University

      Behavioral Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Financial Planning, Finance, Consumer Behaviour, Financial Market, Economics, Psychology, Risk Analysis

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      American Psychological Association

      Psychology in Everyday Life

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Behavioral Economics, Public Policies, Compassion, Sociology, Culture, Psychology, Cultural Diversity, Mental Health, Resilience, Critical Thinking, Human Development, Behavioral Health, Social Sciences, Personal Development, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Empathy, Mindfulness, Interpersonal Communications, Diversity Awareness

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IBM Business Analyst

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Risk Mitigation, Business Analysis, Business Process Modeling, Risk Analysis, Project Scoping, Process Optimization, Data Visualization, Requirements Management, Prompt Engineering, Risk Management, Business Requirements, Stakeholder Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Digital Transformation, Stakeholder Engagement, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Business Analytics, Process Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      13K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Cambridge

      The Psychology of Emotions: an introduction to embodied cognition

      Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Neurology, Medical Imaging, Non-Verbal Communication, Social Sciences, Image Analysis, Research, Research Methodologies

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Cambridge

      Introduction to Cognitive Psychology and Neuropsychology

      Skills you'll gain: Human Learning, Psychology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Medical Imaging, Neurology, Research Methodologies, Research, Human Development, Learning Theory, Child Development

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      Prompt Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Data Validation, Data Presentation, Productivity, Document Management, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Risk Management Framework, Microsoft Excel, Creative Thinking, Ingenuity, Brainstorming, Problem Solving, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Information Management

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Introduction to Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Research, Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Scientific Methods, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Mental Health, Human Learning, Human Development, Behavioral Health, Stress Management, Learning Theory, Culture, Biology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Neurology, Statistical Analysis

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      Agile Project Management

      Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Backlogs, Agile Methodology, User Story, Sprint Planning, Agile Product Development, Product Roadmaps, Sprint Retrospectives, Kanban Principles, Coaching, Team Management, Organizational Change, Prioritization, Problem Solving, Influencing

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Business Analytics with Excel: Elementary to Advanced

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Modeling, Operations Research, Regression Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Business Analytics, Risk Analysis, Business Process Modeling, Business Modeling, Data Modeling, Resource Allocation, Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Process Optimization, Financial Analysis, Statistical Methods, Predictive Analytics, Transportation Operations, Complex Problem Solving, Linear Algebra

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · 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: Childhood Education and Development, Human Learning, Child Development, Teaching, Learning Theory, Instructional Strategies, Pedagogy, Learning Strategies, Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Special Education, Human Development, Differentiated Instruction, Neurology, Diversity Awareness, Psychology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Qualitative Research Methods in Psychology: American Psychological Association
    • Object Oriented Programming in Java: University of California San Diego
    • Behavioral Finance: Duke University
    • Psychology in Everyday Life: American Psychological Association
    • IBM Business Analyst: IBM
    • The Psychology of Emotions: an introduction to embodied cognition : University of Cambridge
    • Introduction to Cognitive Psychology and Neuropsychology: University of Cambridge
    • Prompt Engineering: Vanderbilt University
    • Introduction to Psychology: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Agile Project Management: Google

    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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