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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Learning Technologies Foundations and Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Learning Theory, Instructional Design, Technology Solutions, Disabilities, Human Computer Interaction, Technology Strategies, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Gerontology

      4.5
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnKartS

      Campus to Corporate Training Program

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Teamwork, Verbal Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Growth Mindedness, Team Leadership, Influencing, Social Skills, Productivity, Personal Integrity, Workplace Bullying Intervention, Compliance Management, Information Privacy, Accountability, Communication, Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Authentications

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      117 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad de Palermo

      Plan de Negocios

      Skills you'll gain: Business Planning, Market Analysis, Value Propositions, Project Planning, Business Strategy, Risk Analysis, Forecasting, New Business Development, Competitive Analysis, Risk Management, Financial Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Financial Modeling, Decision Making

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      146 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dartmouth College

      Question Reality! Science, philosophy, a search for meaning

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Logical Reasoning, General Science and Research, Physics, Physical Science, Artificial Intelligence, Computational Thinking, Experimentation, Simulations, Computer Science, Psychology, Science and Research, Ancient History, Vibrations, Mechanics, Chemistry, Laboratory Equipment, Research, World History, Qualitative Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Surveillance Systems: Analysis, Dissemination, and Special Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Trend Analysis, Chronic Diseases, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Policy, Data Analysis, Biostatistics, System Monitoring, Health Informatics, Technical Communication, Media and Communications, Infectious Diseases, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data Ethics, Data Collection, Risk Analysis, Information Privacy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      383 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      People and Soft Skills Assessment

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Teamwork, Collaboration, Communication, Professional Development, Problem Solving, Public Speaking, Agile Project Management, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      266 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Reducing Gun Violence in America: Evidence for Change

      Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Public Safety and National Security, Public Health, Safety Standards, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Health Policy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Community Health, Risk Analysis, Case Studies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      330 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Advanced Interviewing Techniques

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Negotiation, Telephone Skills, Recruitment, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Compensation Management, Professionalism, Storytelling, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Analytical Skills

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      147 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      History of Medical Cannabis

      Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Pharmaceuticals, Medical Science and Research, Medication Administration, Research, Substance Abuse, Health Care, Clinical Research, Mental and Behavioral Health, Patient Safety, Public Health, Health Policy, Epidemiology, Public Policies, Research Design, Risk Analysis, Biology, Research Methodologies, Legal Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      336 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Digital Marketing Trends

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Advertising, Brand Management, Marketing Strategies, Brand Awareness, Digital Media Strategy, MarTech, Customer Engagement, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Content Creation, Market Trend, Strategic Planning, Social Media Management, Trend Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      98 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Chemical Hazards and Process Safety

      Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Hazard Analysis, Process Engineering, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Safety Assurance, Occupational Health, Safety Training, Risk Management, Environment Health And Safety, Process Control, Accident Prevention, Risk Analysis, Incident Management, Safety Standards, Failure Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Personal protective equipment, Risk Management Framework, Engineering Analysis, Safety and Security

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      232 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidade de São Paulo

      Introdução à Análise Macroeconômica

      Skills you'll gain: Economics, Financial Policy, Financial Market, International Finance, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Capital Markets, Tax, Fiscal Management, Investments, Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand, Consumer Behaviour, Decision Making, Expectation Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      345 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Learning Technologies Foundations and Applications: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Campus to Corporate Training Program: LearnKartS
    • Plan de Negocios: Universidad de Palermo
    • Question Reality! Science, philosophy, a search for meaning: Dartmouth College
    • Surveillance Systems: Analysis, Dissemination, and Special Systems: Johns Hopkins University
    • People and Soft Skills Assessment : IBM
    • Reducing Gun Violence in America: Evidence for Change: Johns Hopkins University
    • Advanced Interviewing Techniques: University of Maryland, College Park
    • History of Medical Cannabis: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Digital Marketing Trends: Coursera Instructor Network

    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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