Child Development Courses and Certifications

Supporting children's development

17 ratings at OpenLearn

Supporting children’s development is an introductory course for anyone who is interested in children’s development, especially support staff in schools, such as teaching assistants. It builds on ...

• OpenLearn
• 15 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Play, learning and the brain

37 ratings at OpenLearn

This free course, Play, learning and the brain, examines the area of brain-based learning, with a particular focus on the development of the young child's brain, and is of particular relevance to ...

• OpenLearn
• 15 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Supporting babies and toddlers

3 ratings at OpenLearn

Explore how to support babies and toddlers in early childhood settings, covering brain development, play, relationships, and reflective practice, drawing on research from The Open University and Early Years Wales.

• OpenLearn
• 12 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Children’s wellbeing and creativity

1 rating at OpenLearn

Explore how creative activities like dance, sport, and art support children's wellbeing, examining real case examples and key definitions to enhance your understanding of youth wellness.

• OpenLearn
• 6 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Scientific Secrets for Raising Kids Who Thrive

40 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Learn scientifically proven techniques for raising healthy, happy, and intelligent children in this course taught by a world-renowned child development expert.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 12 hours 51 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Child development_Education

Explore comprehensive theories and stages of human development, from prenatal growth through childhood, covering physical, cognitive, social, and emotional aspects, including special needs education.

• Swayam
• 8 weeks
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Child Development_HS

Explore human development from conception through adolescence, covering physical, emotional, cognitive, and social growth, plus understanding special needs and developmental challenges in children.

• Swayam
• 10 weeks
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Child Development & Pedagogy

3 ratings

In this course, you will learn about Child Development and Pedagogy. You will learn about growth and development, heredity and environment, principles of development, teaching methods, socialisation, and much more.

• YouTube
• 1 day 9 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

SciShow

Lying and 6 Other Things Babies Learn Early

Discover when babies develop critical skills like lying, understanding possibility, and becoming self-aware humans through fascinating developmental science insights.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Following the Five Steps to Effective Time Out

Master Dr. Kazdin's five-step time out method: set clear expectations, choose locations, keep brief, establish backup consequences, and reinforce positive "time in" behaviors.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Introduction to child psychology

10 ratings

Childhood is a time of rapid growth and development, and studying these changes is endlessly stimulating. In this free course, Introduction to child psychology, you will be introduced to the ...

• OpenLearn
• 8 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

The Minds of Children - Understanding Infant Intelligence and Consciousness

Explore how children's prolonged dependency fosters unique human consciousness, learning abilities, and moral understanding, challenging traditional views on infant cognition and development.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Intellectual Humility: Science

9 ratings

Explore the science behind intellectual humility, examining cognitive biases, emotional factors, and developmental aspects that influence our ability to be open-minded and consider opposing viewpoints.

• Coursera
• 21 hours 34 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

TED

The Science Behind How Parents Affect Child Development

Psychologist Yuko Munakata challenges parenting myths, exploring the complex factors shaping child development and offering insights on embracing the unpredictable journey of raising children.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Instilling Moral Values in Young Minds

1 rating

Explore strategies for cultivating moral values in children, emphasizing the importance of ethical living and thoughtful decision-making for meaningful social transformation.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video