Program Overview

Positive psychology emphasizes the study of human strengths, positive emotions and well-being that can be applied to professional work settings and personal life. These 8-week, 100% online courses are offered every semester and have weekly assignment deadlines. Courses do not need to be taken in a certain sequence, however, to earn the Positive Psychology Microcredential, students are required to successfully complete Intro to Positive Psychology and four elective courses of your choice. Educators who want credit for a lane change can earn two USBE Altitude credits for the successful completion of each course. Please log into your Altitude account and request credits prior to registering for each course.

Positive psychology practices have diverse benefits including increased positive emotions, improved perspective and positive outlook, strengthened resilience and coping, greater workplace productivity, enhanced subjective well-being and psychological well-being, and improved physical health indicators. This microcredential program teaches research-based principles and actionable tools that will transform your life and positively impact those around you.