Microcredential Summary
Positive psychology is a scientific study of optimal human functioning that aims to discover and promote the factors that allow individuals and communities to thrive (Seligman, 2004). 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.
The fee for this micro-credential is $745.
Requirements - To Be Eligible
For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.
Entry RequirementsThere 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 course.
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For direct access to the micro-credential, visit our Learning Management Site: Be Different Simply set up an account on the site to pay and access the micro-credential you wish to study. |
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Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations
Undertaking this micro-credential enables students to meet their Continuing Professional Development obligations and industry update requirements in their profession. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be awarded Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours, a non-creditable micro-credential (Digital Badge) and a Certificate of Completion.
82 hours
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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