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
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

Utrecht University

Understanding child development: from synapse to society

520 ratings at Coursera

In this course, we dive into the topic of child development.

• Coursera
• 1 day 4 hours 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

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
• On-Demand
• 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
• On-Demand
• 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
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Foundational Course: Child's Growth and Development

Explore comprehensive child development from conception to adolescence, covering physical, cognitive, emotional, and social growth with practical teaching applications.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• On-Demand
• 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
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

University Of Surrey

Child Development Psychology Foundations

Discover the foundations of developmental psychology! Explore cognitive growth, children’s rights, media influence, and emotional intelligence. Gain insights from leading theories and real-world applications to better understand how children learn and de…

• edX
• 5 weeks, 10-15 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

University Of Surrey Microcredential

The Psychology of Child Development, Personality, and Intelligence

Discover foundational theories in child development, personality traits, and intelligence through engaging psychological perspectives and real-world applications.

• edX
• On-Demand
• $450.00

Child Development & Pedagogy

3 reviews

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
• On-Demand
• 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
• On-Demand
• 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
• On-Demand
• Free Video

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
• On-Demand
• Free Video

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
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Instilling Moral Values in Young Minds

1 review

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
• On-Demand
• Free Video