Child Psychology Diploma

Gain essential child psychology insight with this fully online diploma course.

Overview:

Understanding how a child thinks may not be magic, but it does take method. This online Child Psychology Diploma takes you through key developmental stages, emotional patterns, and behavioural theories with a healthy mix of science and common sense (minus the crayons).

Explore cognitive growth, attachment, learning processes and more—all without having to navigate a soft play area. Ideal for those curious about what makes children tick, speak, sulk or suddenly scream for biscuits.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand major psychological theories of child development.
• Explore emotional, cognitive and behavioural growth stages.
• Examine childhood disorders and early intervention strategies.
• Learn about family influence on child personality formation.
• Study the impact of play, school and peer relationships.
• Interpret developmental milestones across age groups.

Who is this Course For

• Parents interested in understanding child behaviour better.
• Teaching assistants seeking structured psychological knowledge.
• Aspiring counsellors exploring early behavioural development.
• Social workers adding to their professional development portfolio.
• Psychology students looking for an online refresher.
• Authors writing child-centred content for publication.
• Nursery staff or nannies seeking theoretical grounding.
• Curious learners fascinated by the developing human mind.

Career Path

• Child Psychologist – £43,000 average salary
• Teaching Assistant – £18,500 average salary
• SEN Coordinator – £34,000 average salary
• Early Years Practitioner – £20,000 average salary
• Youth Worker – £26,000 average salary
• Educational Support Worker – £24,000 average salary