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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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      Vanderbilt University

      Introduction to Programming with MATLAB

      Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Mathematical Software, Programming Principles, Debugging, Data Structures, Development Environment, Computer Programming, Data Import/Export, Linear Algebra, UI Components, File Management, Engineering Calculations, Plot (Graphics), Data Management, Problem Solving

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      Beginner · 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 Pennsylvania

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

      Skills you'll gain: Optimism, Personal Development, Resilience, Working With Children, Positive Behavior Support, Teaching, Education and Training, Psychology, Scientific Methods, Human Development, Research, Curiosity

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Introduction to Psychology

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

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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

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      American Psychological Association

      Social Psychology of Attraction and Relationships

      Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Relationship Management, Psychology, Rapport Building, Interpersonal Communications, Behavioral Economics, Cultural Diversity, Research

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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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      Stanford University

      Game Theory

      Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Strategic Decision-Making, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Probability, Behavioral Economics, Bayesian Statistics, Problem Solving, Social Sciences

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      University of California, Irvine

      Project Management & Other Tools for Career Development

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Business Writing, Stakeholder Engagement, Creative Problem-Solving, Stakeholder Management, Problem Solving, Business Correspondence, Report Writing, Creativity, Scope Management, Project Scoping, Project Risk Management, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Project Planning, Change Control, Project Management, Relationship Building, Risk Management, Conflict Management, Communication

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      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

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Career Success

      Skills you'll gain: Work Breakdown Structure, Feasibility Studies, Negotiation, Business Writing, Creative Problem-Solving, Goal Setting, Time Management, Problem Solving, Planning, Business Correspondence, Productivity, Report Writing, Creativity, Entrepreneurship, Team Building, Peer Review, Cost Management, Project Management, Collaboration, Communication

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Introduction to Programming with MATLAB: Vanderbilt University
    • Introduction to Cognitive Psychology and Neuropsychology: University of Cambridge
    • Positive Psychology: Martin E. P. Seligman’s Visionary Science: University of Pennsylvania
    • The Psychology of Emotions: an introduction to embodied cognition : University of Cambridge
    • Introduction to Psychology: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Psicología: Universidad de Palermo
    • Social Psychology of Attraction and Relationships: American Psychological Association
    • Learning and memory in the brain: a guide for teachers: University of Cambridge
    • Game Theory: Stanford University
    • Project Management & Other Tools for Career Development: University of California, Irvine

    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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