Early Childhood Development Courses and Certifications

OAE Prekindergarten Subtests I & II (036/037): Study Guide & Practice

Comprehensive preparation for OAE Prekindergarten exams, covering child development, curriculum, and key subject areas to equip educators with essential knowledge for early childhood education.

• Study.com
• 30 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

California Assessment of Professional Knowledge (APK): Elementary Prep

Comprehensive preparation for the NES Assessment of Professional Knowledge: Elementary exam, covering child development, learning theories, instructional strategies, and professional responsibilities.

• Study.com
• 23 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Young children, the outdoors and nature

5 ratings at OpenLearn

Explore the benefits of outdoor engagement for babies and toddlers, and learn how to develop rich outdoor environments that support their learning and development.

• OpenLearn
• 24 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

Biological, psychological and social complexities in childhood development

7 ratings at OpenLearn

This free course uses the case studies of Liam, Chloe and Lola to explore childhood development and some of the biological and psychological conditions that can affect children and young people. ...

• OpenLearn
• 12 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

The Toxic Stress of Early Childhood Adversity - Impact and Interventions

1 review

Explores toxic stress in early childhood, its long-term health impacts, and policy strategies to counteract adversity. Discusses new pediatric guidelines and interdisciplinary approaches to promote resilience and healthy development.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Introduction to child psychology

10 reviews

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
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

The Aspen Institute

The New Puberty: Navigating Early Development in Today's Girls

Explore early puberty in girls, its causes, effects, and strategies for navigating this crucial transition to ensure healthy development and well-being.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Two-Generation Approach to Economic Security for Children and Families - Aspen Forum

Explore innovative approaches to strengthen families and promote child development through expert discussions on early childhood programs, state-level initiatives, and long-term investments in education and social services.

• YouTube
• 7 hours 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Society for Research in Child Development

International Perspectives on Home Visiting

Explore international perspectives on home visiting programs, their implementation challenges, and strategies for success across different cultural and political contexts.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Putting Early Childhood Research into Action to Build an Early Learning Nation

Explore strategies for implementing early childhood research to create a nation focused on early learning, featuring insights from Jackie Bezos.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Becker Friedman Institute University of Chicago

Talk as Capital - AI-Powered Parenting Intervention to Reduce Early Childhood Skill Gaps

Discover how AI-powered messaging tools can reduce early childhood skill gaps by encouraging parent-child conversations that build language and socio-emotional development.

• YouTube
• 43 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Power of Nurturing Babies in the First 1001 Days

Explore the transformative impact of nurturing babies from conception to age two on brain development and emotional intelligence. Learn how love and touch shape a child's future and can create a more connected world.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Child Development: Behavior and Mental Health

Discover science-based strategies to support children's mental health, manage challenging behaviors, and foster positive development from birth through school years.

• GetSmarter
• 6 weeks, 7 hours a week
• 22nd Apr, 2026
• Paid Course

Aprendizaje, primera infancia y desarrollo de habilidades

26 ratings at Coursera

Explora el desarrollo infantil, estrategias educativas y habilidades laborales. Ideal para educadores, padres y estudiantes interesados en mejorar la calidad educativa en América Latina y el Caribe.

• Coursera
• 9 hours 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Insper

Introdução à Ciência da Primeira Infância

Explore a ciência da primeira infância e os cinco componentes do cuidado nutridor para promover o desenvolvimento pleno das crianças de 0 a 6 anos, abordando saúde, nutrição, segurança, cuidados responsivos e aprendizagem.

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