Animal psychology courses can help you learn animal behavior analysis, cognitive processes in animals, and the impact of environment on behavior. You can build skills in observational techniques, behavioral assessment, and understanding species-specific communication. Many courses introduce tools like behavioral observation software and data analysis methods to help you interpret findings and apply them in real-world settings, whether in research, animal training, or wildlife conservation.

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health Therapies, Human Development, Mental Health, Social Sciences, Scientific Methods, Neurology, Experimentation, Cultural Diversity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Fractal Analytics
Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Decision Making, Behavior Management, Behavioral Economics, Applied Behavior Analysis, Human Development, Emotional Intelligence, Psychology, Qualitative Research, Critical Thinking, Empathy, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Sample Size Determination, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution, Quantitative Research, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Statistical Inference, Sampling (Statistics), Data Analysis, Analysis, Statistics, Probability, Analytical Skills, Regression Analysis, Psychology, Research Design, Research
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Mental Health, Goal Setting, Growth Mindedness, Stress Management, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Behavioral Health, Psychology, Mindfulness, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

O.P. Jindal Global University
Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Infant Care, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health, Prenatal Care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Critical Thinking
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Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Research, Anthropology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Sociology, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Political Sciences, Child Development
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Optimism, Resilience, Compassion, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Adaptability, Relationship Building, Creativity, Mindfulness, Community Health
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: Child Development, Infant Care, Self-Awareness, Human Development, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Parent Communication, Working With Children, Psychology, Social Skills, Empathy, Creativity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Preventative Care, Injury Prevention, Public Health, Vital Signs, Safety Assurance, Athletic Training, Physiology, Health Assessment, Behavior Management, Emergency Response, Psychology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Cambridge
Skills you'll gain: Human Learning, Psychology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Medical Imaging, Neurology, Research Methodologies, Research, Human Development, Learning Theory, Scientific Methods, Child Development
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Psychology, Influencing, Case Studies, Persuasive Communication, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Consumer Behaviour, Decision Making, Marketing Effectiveness, Neurology, Behavioral Economics, Marketing, Psychology, Anatomy
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Social Skills, Active Listening, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Needs Assessment, Assertiveness, Psychology, Cultural Diversity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months