Child Psychology & Development Online Course

Unlock the complexities of the developing mind with our Child Psychology & Development Online Course—a deep dive into how children grow, think, feel, behave and evolve from birth to adolescence. Whether you’re an aspiring psychologist, educator, parent, carer or simply curious about childhood mental processes, this course provides the foundational knowledge to understand what makes young minds tick.

You’ll explore influential psychological theories, major developmental stages, emotional and social growth, cognitive advancement, behavioural challenges, and developmental disorders across infancy, childhood and adolescence. Our curriculum is structured to take you through a carefully sequenced journey, from the theoretical roots of child psychology to real-world issues like attachment, moral development, and behavioural problems.

All modules are fully online and self-paced, accessible from anywhere in the world. Whether you're entering a career in education, counselling, childcare, or healthcare—or just passionate about the subject—you’ll finish with a solid grounding in child psychology and its practical implications.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand core concepts and theories in child psychology and development.
• Explore emotional, cognitive, and social milestones across all child stages.
• Identify behavioural patterns and psychological challenges in growing children.
• Examine influential developmental theorists such as Erik Erikson and Piaget.
• Learn the psychological effects of attachment, separation and trauma.
• Gain insights into supporting language, moral and personality development.

Course Link: Child Psychology & Development

Course Curriculum Breakdown

Module 01: Child Psychology and Its Major ContextIntroduction to child psychology, historical background, cultural influences and modern applications.

Module 02: Understanding Child DevelopmentFoundational concepts, nature vs. nurture, growth indicators, and developmental psychology frameworks.

Module 03: The Scope and Stages of Child DevelopmentKey milestones from birth to adolescence, including physical, cognitive and psychosocial changes.

Module 04: The Areas of Child DevelopmentFocus on motor skills, communication, sensory development, learning, and emotional regulation.

Module 05: Erikson’s Theory of Child DevelopmentExploring Erikson’s psychosocial stages and their impact on identity formation and self-esteem.

Module 06: Attachment and Relationship Building in ChildhoodUnderstanding Bowlby’s attachment theory, bonding, and the role of secure attachments.

Module 07: Impacts of Separation and Loss of AttachmentPsychological effects of early trauma, neglect, separation anxiety and foster care scenarios.

Module 08: Factors That Influence DevelopmentExploring genetics, family dynamics, socioeconomic status, education and environment.

Module 09: Cognitive DevelopmentCognitive growth from infancy to adolescence, including Piaget’s developmental stages.

Module 10: Social and Emotional DevelopmentEmotional intelligence, peer interaction, temperament, empathy and social integration.

Module 11: Moral and Ethical Development in ChildrenHow children form a sense of right and wrong, justice, rules and fairness.

Module 12: Personality and Intellectual Development in ChildrenPersonality theories, IQ, multiple intelligences and academic growth in children.

Module 13: Language DevelopmentLanguage acquisition theories, speech milestones, bilingualism and language delay.

Module 14: Problems of InfancyChallenges such as colic, feeding issues, sleep disorders, and developmental delays.

Module 15: Problems in Childhood and AdolescenceIdentifying and understanding ADHD, autism, anxiety, bullying and conduct disorders.

Module 16: Problems of AdolescenceNavigating teen mental health, identity crises, peer pressure, and emotional turbulence.

Disclaimer:

This is an online course with pre-recorded lessons. You will get access to the course within 48 hours after your enrolment.