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      The University of Chicago

      Understanding the Brain: The Neurobiology of Everyday Life

      Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Physiology, Anatomy, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Vital Signs, Control Systems, Coordination, Biology, Communication Systems

      4.9
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      American Psychological Association

      Anxiety and Related Disorders

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychiatry, Psychological Evaluations, Mental Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Patient Evaluation, Behavioral Health, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cultural Diversity, Patient Treatment

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      American Psychological Association

      Psychology of Group Behaviors

      Skills you'll gain: Behavior Management, Psychology, Sociology, Social Sciences, Research, Case Studies

      4.7
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      12 reviews

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      Stanford University

      Organizational Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Structure, Social Network Analysis, Decision Making, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Change, Strategic Decision-Making, Business, Culture, Sociology, Analysis, Resource Management, Case Studies, Coordination, Negotiation

      4.6
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      University of Florida

      The Science of Training Young Athletes

      Skills you'll gain: Sports Medicine, Coaching, Athletic Training, Pediatrics, Exercise Science, Physiology, Kinesiology, Child Development, Working With Children, Anatomy, Training Programs, Injury Prevention, Coordination, Nutrition and Diet, Planning

      4.8
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      University of Colorado System

      Providing Social, Emotional, Behavioral, and Special Education Services in School

      Skills you'll gain: Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Special Education, School Psychology, Case Studies, Student Support and Services, Mental Health, Health Promotion, Behavior Management, Positive Behavior Support, Crisis Intervention, Data Collection

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      885 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Positive Psychology: Character, Grit and Research Methods

      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

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Learning, Knowledge, and Human Development

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Human Learning, Child Development, School Psychology, Pedagogy, Human Development, Higher Education, Learning Theory, Psychology, Social Sciences

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Primeros Auxilios Psicológicos (PAP)

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Intervention, Emergency Response, First Aid, Emergency Services, De-escalation Techniques, Stress Management, Disabilities, Trauma Care, Mental Health, Family Support, Psychology, Cultural Sensitivity, Working With Children, Child Development, Interpersonal Communications, Patient Communication

      4.9
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      University of Geneva

      A life with ADHD

      Skills you'll gain: Family Support, School Psychology, Behavioral Management, Occupational Therapy, Organizational Skills, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychiatric Assessments, Mental Health Therapies, Pharmacology, Clinical Assessment

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      73 reviews

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      Wesleyan University

      Introduction to Abnormal Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Psychological Evaluations, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Clinical Psychology, Cultural Diversity, Psychotherapy, Mental Health, Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mental Health Therapies, Interpersonal Communications, Clinical Assessment, Social Determinants Of Health

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      467 reviews

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      University of Geneva

      Développement psychologique de l'enfant

      Skills you'll gain: Child Development, Childhood Education and Development, Self-Awareness, Human Development, Emotional Intelligence, Parent Communication, Working With Children, Self-Discipline, Psychology, Social Skills, Empathy, Creativity

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      790 reviews

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

    • Understanding the Brain: The Neurobiology of Everyday Life: The University of Chicago
    • Anxiety and Related Disorders: American Psychological Association
    • Psychology of Group Behaviors: American Psychological Association
    • Organizational Analysis : Stanford University
    • The Science of Training Young Athletes: University of Florida
    • Providing Social, Emotional, Behavioral, and Special Education Services in School: University of Colorado System
    • Positive Psychology: Character, Grit and Research Methods: University of Pennsylvania
    • Learning, Knowledge, and Human Development : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Primeros Auxilios Psicológicos (PAP): Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • A life with ADHD: University of Geneva

    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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