Child Psychology Course for Free

Working with children can be fun and challenging, a perfect mix for people who love kids and are looking for a rewarding career.

If you're looking for a fulfilling career, then this exclusive Child psychology course for free of charge can help you learn about children’s physical, mental, educational and social needs.

Exclusive to Oxford Home Study Centre, this all-new introductory child psychology program is now open for enrolment. We offer high quality Child care free courses, based on the same premium materials as our paid programs. Ideal for newcomers with no prior knowledge or experience, course content covers the fundamentals of child psychology at base-level. Topics examined include the stages and areas of development in childhood, factors that influence child development and the main objectives of child psychology. Enjoy the freedom to study in your own time from any location worldwide, with no fixed study schedules or deadlines. Take the first step towards a career in child psychology today, with this exclusive online free child psychology course.

The role of the child psychologist is one of unique importance and value. Child psychologists dedicate their careers to supporting the strong and healthy development of children of all ages. During childhood, significant social, emotional, physical and cognitive change occurs at a rapid pace. Almost everything a child is exposed to plays a role in moulding their character, shaping their beliefs and influencing their behaviour. Each case a child psychologist is presented with will always be 100% unique. It takes extensive knowledge, skill, intuition and confidence to support children and their families with important and often intimate issues. Nevertheless, nothing is more rewarding than a career dedicated to supporting children’s psychological and emotional development.

Whether you are exploring a future in childcare, education, or behavioural studies, a broad range of OHSC Courses can help you progress further. Our career-focused Psychology learning options provide valuable insight into human development, while free online Psychology training makes it easy to build specialist knowledge from home.

Learners wishing to expand their understanding can also explore professional Psychology courses and introductory Psychology learning opportunities designed for flexible study. Alongside these, our collection of free online learning opportunities offers convenient access to recognised educational resources that support personal and professional growth.

By the end of this course the learner will be able to:

Discuss what Child Psychology is
analyse the difference between development and growth
Explore different stages of development in children.

Free Study and Optional Certification

You can enrol on our Child Psychology (Short Course), access the online learning materials and complete your studies without paying a course fee. Certification is optional and available separately after successful course completion.

You may choose to purchase:

QLS-endorsed Certificate of Achievement
CPD-accredited certificate issued by the CPD Standards Office as a record of continuing professional development

You can order either certificate individually or purchase both for the same completed course. Choosing one does not require you to purchase the other.

Each certificate has its own price, and the total payable may vary by certificate selection, course level, format and delivery option. View our current certificate options and prices.

Certification is optional and is not required to access or complete the course.

Course Content

Topics Covered in the Course

Child psychology course for free covers the following key topics:

Scope of Child Development
Development and Growth
Stages of Development
Areas of Development

How It Works

Build your knowledge through clear and accessible online learning.

Complete the assignments and achieve the required marks.

Choose an optional certificate after completing the course.

Why Choose a Certificate?

An optional certificate provides a clear record of successful course completion. Add it to your learning portfolio and share it where relevant.

Completing the course and its assessments shows your commitment to developing subject knowledge through focused, independent learning.

Use your new knowledge to support further study, workplace development or personal goals. A certificate records completion but does not guarantee employment or professional status.