Animal Behavior Courses and Certifications

Introduction to Animal Behaviour

112 ratings

Explore the amazing range and complexity of wild animal behaviour. Discover how animals learn, communicate, find food, avoid predators, and interact socially.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

• Best of All Time

The Truth About Cats and Dogs

11 ratings

Interpret what cats and dogs are telling you: read body language and senses, apply ethology to dispel behaviour myths, and spot fear, frustration and anxiety.

• Coursera
• 5 weeks, 3 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Dog Emotion and Cognition

19 ratings

Dog Emotion and Cognition will introduce you to the exciting new study of dog psychology, what the latest discoveries tell us about how dogs think and feel about us, and how we can use this new knowledge to further strengthen our relationship with our be…

• Coursera
• 8 weeks, 3 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Animal Behavior Study Guide

Review animal behavior through short video lessons on evolution, ecosystems, reproduction, learning, and exam preparation.

• Study.com
• 7 hours 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Animal Behavior

Explore how evolutionary forces shape animal communication, learning, cooperation, parental care, migration, and other behaviors that support survival and fitness.

• Swayam
• Available until Oct 12, 2026
• Free Online Course

Reindeer Viewing (Live Online)

11 ratings at CourseHorse

Experience the magic of the season with a close-up encounter with majestic Alaskan reindeer! Perfect for families and holiday lovers, this enchanting event will fill your heart with joy and create unforgettable memories.

• CourseHorse
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• $10.00

Animal Behaviour and Welfare

13 ratings

Assess animal welfare through behaviour: welfare concepts and history, measurement and assessment methods, and practical welfare of dogs and cats, farm animals, and captive wild animals.

• Coursera
• 7 weeks, 1 hour a week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Studying mammals: Meat eaters

2 ratings at OpenLearn

The powerful and majestic carnivores are the focus of many television documentaries. In this free course, Studying mammals: Meat eaters, we will delve into the lives of these fearsome hunters and ...

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

Career Certificate

Animal Behaviour in Science and Conservation

Are you interested in learning about animal behaviour and conservation interventions from a behaviour-based perspective? Learn how the science of animal behaviour can be applied to deliver innovative

• edX
• 11 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• $340.00
• 2 courses

Mating Systems and Parental Care in Evolution and Ecology - Lecture 34

Examines how mating systems and social dynamics shape parental care and investment across species.

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

Adventures in Ape Language and Restoration

Explore the fascinating world of great apes with Amory Lovins as he discusses their language abilities, intelligence, and human interactions in this Stanford University lecture.

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

Kitten Lady

Sibling Sucking - What to Do When Kittens Nurse on Each Other

Understand sibling sucking in orphaned kittens - recognize dangerous nursing behaviors, assess risks, and implement effective prevention and intervention strategies.

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

The Royal Institution

The Languages of Animals: Parent-Child Communication - Lecture 3

Explore animal parent-child communication across species. Discover how infants signal needs, parents convey warnings, and early interactions shape adult language abilities.

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

The Royal Institution

Animal and Human Languages - Lecture 5

Explore the complexity of animal communication with Sir David Attenborough. Discover how various species convey information, from simple declarations to intricate messages about food location and survival strategies.

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

The Royal Institution

The Languages of Animals: Finding a Mate - Lecture 2

Explore animal mating communication with Sir David Attenborough. Discover diverse courtship signals, from visual cues to scents, and learn how species-specific 'passwords' ensure successful breeding.

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