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    Early childhood education courses can help you learn how to support the learning, development, and well-being of young children through age-appropriate teaching practices.

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      University of Michigan

      From Sleep Disorders to Sleep Health

      Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Cultural Diversity, Health Disparities, Health Assessment, Stress Management, Human Development, Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP/BiPAP), Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Physiology, Chronic Diseases, Mindfulness

      4.2
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Gamification Learning with Genially

      Skills you'll gain: Interactive Learning, Education Software and Technology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      80 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Virginia

      Grow to Greatness: Smart Growth for Private Businesses, Part II

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Engagement, Team Management, Case Studies, Organizational Strategy, Growth Strategies, Leadership Development, Entrepreneurship, Business Development, Human Resources Management and Planning, Business Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Planning, Innovation, Business Intelligence

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      245 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Supporting Parents of a Newborn Baby

      Skills you'll gain: Postpartum Care, Child Health, Infant Care, Maternal Health, Health Assessment, Family Support, Parent Communication, Child Development, Diversity Awareness, Mental Health, Relationship Building

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      190 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      Python Data Visualization

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Plot (Graphics), Package and Software Management, Python Programming, Data Cleansing, Software Installation, Scripting, Data Processing, Data Integration, Data Import/Export, Software Documentation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      546 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      ChatGPT Teach-Out

      Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Education and Training, Economics, Social Sciences

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      66 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Grant Writing for Health Researchers

      Skills you'll gain: Concision, Grant Writing, Sample Size Determination, Grant Applications, Proposal Writing, Biostatistics, Writing, Clinical Research Ethics, Editing, Statistical Analysis, Healthcare Ethics, Data Analysis, Clinical Research, Statistical Methods, Statistical Reporting, Medical Science and Research, Research Design, Literacy, Planning, Science and Research

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Yale University

      Music and Social Action

      Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Art History, Music History, Liberal Arts, Music, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Performing Arts, Pedagogy, Teaching, Public Affairs, Cultural Diversity, Community Development, Advocacy, Case Studies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      180 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Clase Entera con PhET para la Educación STEM

      Skills you'll gain: Design Strategies, Mathematics Education, Simulations, Simulation and Simulation Software, User Feedback, Scientific Visualization, Display Devices

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      128 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de Chile

      Abordaje del riesgo suicida en adolescentes y jóvenes

      Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Community Mental Health Services, Crisis Intervention, Mental Health, Risk Analysis, Patient Education and Support, Mental Health Counseling, Stress Management, Psychiatric Assessments, Safety and Security, Family Support, Public Health

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      81 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Stanford University

      Teaching LGBTQ+ Health

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Education And Counseling, Health Disparities, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Health Equity, Instructing, Health Education, Education and Training, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Care, Health Assessment, Community Health, Interactive Learning, Behavioral Health, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Patient Communication, Cultural Responsiveness, Medical Terminology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of New Mexico

      Administración Estratégica y Emprendedora

      Skills you'll gain: Business Management, Business, Business Metrics, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Performance Measurement, Resource Management, Strategic Leadership, Competitive Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Market Dynamics, Innovation, Market Trend, Marketing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • From Sleep Disorders to Sleep Health: University of Michigan
    • Gamification Learning with Genially: Coursera Project Network
    • Grow to Greatness: Smart Growth for Private Businesses, Part II: University of Virginia
    • Supporting Parents of a Newborn Baby: University of Colorado System
    • Python Data Visualization: Rice University
    • ChatGPT Teach-Out: University of Michigan
    • Grant Writing for Health Researchers: University of Colorado System
    • Music and Social Action: Yale University
    • Clase Entera con PhET para la Educación STEM: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Abordaje del riesgo suicida en adolescentes y jóvenes : Universidad de Chile

    Why Learn Early Childhood Education?

    Early childhood education focuses on the foundational years of a child's life, shaping their cognitive, emotional, and social development. It combines child psychology, curriculum planning, and classroom management to create supportive learning environments. Learning early childhood education can help you nurture young learners and prepare for meaningful roles in teaching, caregiving, and educational leadership.

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