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PDC78164 - Applied Positive Psychology

Duration45 hours
Study modeOnline
Course codePDC78164
Fee
$450 (Full)

Overview

Positive psychology is a scientific study of optimal human functioning that supports individuals and communities to thrive. This online micro-credential will extend your application of positive psychology theory by identifying your character strengths and exploring how these enhance your self-belief, communication skills, and capacity to build positive relationships. This micro-credential will explore how positive psychology strategies can be applied in everyday practices to create healthy habits, manage stress and build resilience in your life. This micro-credential will provide practical skills to harness your own positive mindset, as well as apply this to your community through the lens of a socially innovative mindset.

This is a non-creditable micro-credential which is awarded a digital badge and Certificate of Completion which can be shared to your social networks and displayed in your professional portfolio.

Our micro-credentials are aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

What is a Digital Badge?

Career Opportunities

Undertaking this micro-credential provides students with information, skills and strategies in the field of Positive Psychology. These skills are transferable to contexts beyond study. Upon successful completion of the micro-credential, students will be awarded Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours, a non-creditable micro-credential (Digital Badge) and a Certificate of Completion.

Structure & Availability

Micro-credential

Duration:

45 hours


  1. Identify the everyday practices that demonstrate the key principles of positive psychology
  2. Describe how positive psychology strategies improve psychological resilience and reduce stress
  3. Explain the application of signature character strengths to improve self-awareness
  4. Theorise how applying positive psychology enhances personal well-being and develops more positive relationships
  5. Explain how positive psychology can be applied to the broader community through a socially innovative mindset.

Assessment

Online Quiz

Award

Digital Badge via Credly

Students can also download a Certificate of Completion, share to social media or add to a professional portfolio. 

Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements, however, it is recommended to complete the online micro-credential: Foundations of Positive Psychology - PDC78145 prior to enrolling in this micro-credential.

How to apply

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