Certificate in Child Psychological Development
Psychology
A course by
The Career Academy
Gain a Certificate in Child Psychological Development and deepen your understanding of child psychology, behaviour, and development. This industry-accredited online course provides foundational knowledge beneficial for parenting and roles in childcare, support, and early childhood education.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
It will take a total of 6 months


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Understand key concepts in child psychology
Gain an understanding of terminology and foundational concepts used in the study of child psychological development.

Examine factors influencing child development
Explore how parents, nature versus nurture, and external perception influence children's ideas about themselves and their intelligence.

Apply psychological frameworks
Use psychological frameworks to analyse child behaviour and development for better understanding and application in real-world settings.
What You're Signing Up For
This Certificate in Child Psychological Development equips you with key psychological knowledge and frameworks to better understand children. Covering areas such as cognitive, emotional, and language development, as well as socialisation, behaviour, and morality, the course is suitable for parents, aspiring childcare workers, and anyone wanting to expand their understanding of child development. Study at your own pace online and receive unlimited tutor support, with a qualification accredited by leading international organisations. Upon completion, gain a Certificate of Achievement and free 12-month student membership to the International Association for Counselling.
Course Content
- Introduction to Child Psychology
- The Newborn Infant
- States and Senses of the Infant
- Learning
- Emotions and Socialisation
- Cognitive Development
- Language Development
- Intelligence
- Socialisation – Part A
- Morality
- Child Sexuality
- Socialisation – Part B

What sort of industry will this job lead to
Education
Childcare
Counselling
Community Services

Future employment opportunities might be
Early Childhood Development Assistant
Childcare Support Worker
Learning and Development Aide
Family Engagement Officer
Youth Program Coordinator (Entry)
Child Behaviour Support Assistant
Educational Play Worker
Wellbeing Activity Assistant
Child Development Facilitator
Community Family Support Worker


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The Career Academy is here to transform your future. As an internationally recognised online education provider, they partner with industry to deliver courses that are practical, flexible, and designed to get results. With expert tutors, a 4.8/5 star student rating, and graduates in New Zealand, Australia, Ireland and the UK, The Career Academy has already helped over 25,000 learners each year gain the skills, confidence, and qualifications to take their next step. You could be next.