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Professional Certificate in Positive Psychology (PR-POSPSYC)
Professional CertificateYear: 2020 Delivered: On Campus (Parkville)
About this course
- Overview
- Entry and participation requirements
- Attributes, outcomes and skills
- Course structure
- Further study
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Coordinator
Lindsay Oades
Overview
Award title | Professional Certificate in Positive Psychology |
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Year & campus | 2020 — Parkville |
Fees information | Subject EFTSL, level, discipline and census date |
Study level & type | Graduate Coursework |
AQF level | Non-AQF |
Credit points | 25 credit points |
Duration | 6 months part-time |
This course is specifically aimed at graduates in the workplace and serves as an introduction to the principles and practices of positive psychology, which is focused on the facilitation of optimal functioning and thriving. Contemporary science-based methods for enhancing the well-being, performance and motivation of staff and clients will be presented for critical discussion.
The course provides a foundation in the science of positive psychology, with examples including health, business and organisational contexts.
The course content includes a range of evidence-based applications to improve positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and accomplishment for people of all ages, and allows participants to undertake assessments that focus on developing and evaluating an intervention program, particularly in organisational contexts.
Last updated: 10 February 2024