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A Certificate in Child Psychological Development is a great way to gather skills and information that could enhance your parenting experience. Discover key terms used in child development psychology and examine how parents may affect their child’s intelligence.
Explore nature versus nurture, how external perception influences a child’s ideas about themselves, and use frameworks around child psychology, behaviour and development to understand the world better. Look at cause and correlation, study language, socialisation, and the senses and states of infants.
Enrol now to understand your children with greater clarity.
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This course gives you the practical skills, qualifications, and confidence to really stand out in the job market.
With courses accredited by leading organisations like the International Council for Online Education Standards (ICOES), CPD Standards Office, and IARC, you don’t just gain knowledge but also position yourself as an outstanding candidate with a qualification you can trust.
Our expert tutors are available around the clock to assist you, providing personalised support to help you succeed. From answering questions on course content to offering career advice, we’re here to ensure you’re fully prepared. You’ll also receive career coaching, including CV help and interview preparation, to set you up for success in your job search.
Build connections with business leaders and gain valuable insights to advance your career.
Whether you’re aiming to advance your career, explore a new industry, or develop a new hobby, our short courses cover various topics from administration to childcare, relevant to New Zealand’s job market.
Each course focuses on providing practical, real-world skills that you can apply right away in your job or personal development.
Our courses are internationally accredited by respected bodies like IARC, ICOES, and CPD Standards Office. These certifications ensure your learning is recognised and valued in New Zealand and beyond.
Whether you prefer to pay upfront, weekly, fortnightly, or even monthly, we’ve got you covered. With our flexible payment options, you’ll have the freedom to choose the payment frequency that works best for you. No matter your budget or schedule, we’re here to make education affordable and accessible for you.
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Upon successfully completing your course, you’ll be awarded a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy. This certificate not only recognises your hard work but also serves as an industry-accredited qualification that will help you stand out in the job market. Whether you’re aiming for a new job or looking to get promoted, this certificate will open doors to better career opportunities.
Our tutors are here to help you every step of the way. They’re not just knowledgeable, they’re passionate about your success. Whether it’s a quick question or detailed guidance, you’ll have unlimited access to tutor support via phone and email. We’re committed to ensuring you feel confident and supported throughout your learning journey.
Administration, Management, Psychology & Counselling Tutor
Amoré is an Administration, Management & Microsoft Office tutor who works with The Career Academy to help students achieve their career goals. Amoré has a Bachelor of Arts Degree specialising in Psychology, English and a Certificate in Language Teaching (CELTA), along with many years of working within the administration and education field. These qualifications coupled with years of experience in various industries enables Amoré to provide the best education experience for her students.
When Amoré isn’t helping students to achieve the very best out of their studies, she enjoys travelling with friends , yoga, and creating artwork in her free time.
Psychology & Counselling Tutor
Jessica graduated with a bachelor’s degree in health science majoring in Psychology. She has a passion for helping others, which has seen her work in varying roles, including as a health care assistant, telehealth advisor and now in education, helping students to achieve their academic goals. The highlight of her role is getting to chat about psychology everyday with students!! Outside of work, you can find Jessica hanging out with her horses, on an epic outdoor adventure or with my nose in a novel.
Psychology & Counselling Tutor
The opportunity to support and guide students who share the same interest in Psychology is what Angie loves about being a tutor at TCA. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Psychology, and a minor in Social Sciences. Whilst studying, she spent her time in customer service, and youth work in churches and the local community. She worked six years in the health industry alongside Speech Language Therapy in a brain injury rehabilitation that piqued her interest in the direction of education. The more we understand psychology, the better equipped we are in an evolving world. She has two young children who keep her on my toes and enjoys travelling both locally and overseas, immersing herself in new environments – what doesn’t challenge you, won’t help you grow!
Administration, Psychology & Counselling Tutor
Dana graduated with a Master of Science in Psychology. Her research focuses on attention, cognitive control, and visual perspective-taking using methods such as VR, hand-tracking, and eye-tracking. Dana also worked as a graduate teaching assistant at a local University for several courses in psychology. With a deep passion for both teaching and psychology, Dana is dedicated to developing educational experiences that are both supportive and enriching. In her spare time, Dana enjoys watching movies with her beautiful cat and partner.
Psychology, Administration & Management Tutor
Rita is a Psychology, Administration & Management Tutor with a bachelor’s in psychology. She has worked in administrative roles and as a behavioural therapist, along with over 5 years of experience working as a tutor. These experiences enable Rita to support students’ learning and assist them to achieve their career goals and gain new opportunities. Outside of work, Rita enjoys spending time with her dogs, hiking, traveling, and watching films and shows.
TCA’s Psychology & Counselling Courses are a great starting point on your way to your dream job! Once you finish the course, we recommend students seek additional training or internships to gain the necessary hands-on practical experience for employment opportunities.
The Career Academy is committed to helping you upskill so you can get a new job or gain a promotion. Upon enrolment, you’ll receive instant access to our Career Centre and benefit from:
We also offer extra job and career support for those that want to upgrade to the Career Success Bundle. When you upgrade to this, you’ll receive these fantastic benefits:
Read through our student’s incredible journies with us at The Career Academy.
Hiromi’s Journey into Bookkeeping
Hiromi found the perfect work-life balance after enrolling in The Career Academy’s Certificate in Bookkeeping. As a busy mum, the flexibility of online study allowed her to pursue her dream career while caring for her family. Upon completing her course, she secured a role with The Back Office Company and began her journey in a new profession.
Amali’s Passion for Psychology
Amali discovered her love for psychology while studying for the Advanced Certificate in Psychology at The Career Academy. Her studies not only helped her become a better leader but also ignited a deeper interest in the field, which she’s now pursuing further.
Cameron’s Success with Mobile Dog Grooming
Cameron Young transformed his passion for dogs into a successful mobile dog grooming service. With everything from a full grooming table to a hydro-bath, he brings the salon directly to his client’s homes, making it easier for those with limited time or mobility. Cameron’s journey started with The Career Academy’s Diploma in Dog Grooming, which equipped him with the skills and confidence to launch his business.
Kirstin’s Transition to Life Coaching
Kirstin turned her passion for helping others into a career by studying Life Coaching and Psychology with The Career Academy. She quickly launched her business, ‘Take the Next Step,’ guiding clients through life transitions and personal growth. The flexible learning options allowed her to pursue her new career while maintaining her current commitments.
Joanne’s Journey into Youth Development
Joanne combined her love for community service with formal education by studying Psychology at The Career Academy. Her dream of starting a community bicycle workshop came to life, where young people could learn skills and gain direction. Her studies are helping her make a meaningful impact on her community.
Once you enrol you will receive a Student ID card, allowing you to instantly prove your official status and access over 150,000 students discounts both in The Career Academy and around the world.
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There are no entry requirements or prerequisites to enrol on this course. You can enrol online directly by clicking on “Enrol Now” and following the prompts. Alternatively, you can enrol over the phone with our friendly student advisors – call 0800 342 829 or email them at [email protected]
This course is a great addition to your CV when applying for jobs in the Child Care sector, as a Teacher, or for those wishing to pursue a career in Counselling.
Contact a friendly student advisor on 0800 342 829 to learn about potential career outcomes and where our courses could take you. Employers often approach The Career Academy looking for students and advertise jobs in our Career Centre, which you can access once enrolled. You’ll also receive a FREE CV review.
Your course is delivered through our online learning platform, which you can access from any web browser 24/7 to work whenever and wherever you want. You can also interact with your tutors and other students within the learning environment. Online learning allows you to make the best use of your time and puts all the necessary resources at your fingertips. There are no set course start dates; you can start whenever you are ready, and your tutors and student services will check in on your progress and help you every step of the way.
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Absolutely! You’ve got a 7 day cooling off period (or trial period) at the start of your course. Take that time to look through all your learning material and get a feel for online learning. If you decide the course isn’t for you within the trial period, you’ll get a full money back guarantee*.
The course covers essential areas of child psychology, including developmental stages, behavioural influences, attachment theory, and effective ways to support children’s mental and emotional well-being.
Many of our students use this course to compliment their other qualifications. Watch this video from Catriona Pianina, one of our successful students who was able to marry up her qualification from The Career Academy with her other qualifications and present herself to employers.
The Career Academy has developed levels to give you guidance on the difficulty of the course. Certificates are generally at TCA Level 4 and Diplomas are at TCA Level 6. You can view the levels at www.careeracademy.co.nz/course-levels
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