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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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      Yale University

      Overcoming Dyslexia

      Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, School Psychology, Special Education, Literacy, Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Diagnostic Tests, Working With Children, Psychological Evaluations, Student Support and Services, Education Software and Technology, Resilience, Learning Strategies, Child Development, Advocacy

      4.8
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      1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      An Introduction to American Law

      Skills you'll gain: Civil Procedures, Civil Law, Commercial Laws, Lawsuits, Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, Legal Strategy, Legal Research, Case Law, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Case Studies, Governance

      4.8
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      University of Lausanne

      Unethical Decision Making in Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Decision Making, Organizational Leadership, Social Sciences, Organizational Strategy, Business Management, Sociology, Psychology, Case Studies, Mindfulness

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      425 reviews

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      Yale University

      The Nature of Genius

      Skills you'll gain: Curiosity, Creativity, Innovation, Culture, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Human Development, Diversity Awareness, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Psychology, Intellectual Property, Art History, Ancient History

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      207 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yale University

      Financial Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Investment Banking, Risk Management, Financial Market, Financial Regulation, Financial Services, Finance, Business Risk Management, Securities (Finance), Capital Markets, Behavioral Economics, Banking, Corporate Finance, Governance, Insurance, Underwriting, Derivatives, Market Dynamics, Mortgage Loans

      4.8
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      University of Pennsylvania

      Gamification

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Solution Design, Design Thinking, Drive Engagement, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Employee Engagement, Organizational Development, Behavioral Economics, Emerging Technologies, Risk Analysis, Customer Engagement, Psychology, Marketing

      4.8
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      Indian School of Business

      A Life of Happiness and Fulfillment

      Skills you'll gain: Optimism, Resilience, Growth Mindedness, Psychology, Personal Development, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Science and Research, Mindfulness

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Duke University

      Dog Emotion and Cognition

      Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Human Learning, Learning Theory, Training Programs, Experimentation, Research, Case Studies, Scientific Methods, Cultural Diversity, Non-Verbal Communication, Biology

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      MedCerts

      Behavior Technician ABA Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Positive Behavior Support, Speech Therapy, Behavior Management, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Education and Training, Communication Strategies, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Mental and Behavioral Health, Teaching, Communication, Learning Theory, Child Development, Classroom Management, Training Programs, Instructional Strategies, Developmental Disabilities, Proactivity, Data Collection, Learning Strategies

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      University of Geneva

      Mentaliser : de la théorie à l’intervention clinique

      Skills you'll gain: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Psychotherapy, Mental Health, Mental Health Therapies, Psychiatric And Mental Health Nursing, Human Development, Child Development, Rapport Building, Interpersonal Communications, Mindfulness, Patient Communication

      4.9
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      Nanjing University

      心理学与生活

      Skills you'll gain: Child Development, Psychology, Culture, Human Development, Social Sciences, Human Learning, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Emotional Intelligence, Motivational Skills, Creativity, Social Skills, Cognitive flexibility, Behavior Management, Empathy, Stress Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universiteit Leiden

      International Humanitarian Law in Theory and Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Proceedings, International Relations, Conflict Management, Child Welfare, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Legal Research, Case Law, Journalism, Research, Investigation, Case Studies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular child psychology courses

    • Overcoming Dyslexia: Yale University
    • An Introduction to American Law: University of Pennsylvania
    • Unethical Decision Making in Organizations: University of Lausanne
    • The Nature of Genius: Yale University
    • Financial Markets: Yale University
    • Gamification: University of Pennsylvania
    • A Life of Happiness and Fulfillment: Indian School of Business
    • Dog Emotion and Cognition: Duke University
    • Behavior Technician ABA Fundamentals: MedCerts
    • Mentaliser : de la théorie à l’intervention clinique: 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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