Positive Psychology
Positive Psychology
TBD
8 Courses / 40 Weeks
$2,000
(subject to change without notice)TBD
Funding may be available starting July 1, 2026
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 Midas 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.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
- Create a personal environment of flourishing and meaning
- Manage emotional control under pressure
- Improve emotional well-being through strengthening relationships with family, friends and romantic partners
- Establish mindfulness and self-care practices for stress management and prevention
- Understand how your values, self-compassion, and mindset help you make lasting positive change
- Identify underlying causes of addiction and how to overcome addictive thinking patterns
- Recognize traumatic stress reactions and apply resilience-building principles
CERTIFICATION
- Workforce Microcredential
Available Courses
WTPP100
WTPP120
WTPP125
WTPP130
WTPP145
Understanding and Supporting Everyday Addictions
Credit Hours: 30
Semester: TBD
Price: $400
RegisterWTPP150
WTPP160
WTPP200
WTPP220
TOTAL ESTIMATED COST
TOTAL PROGRAM COST: $2,000
Funding Options
Funding options may be available starting July 1, 2026, and could cover 25% to 50% of the course cost.
Fall 2026 Schedule
| Course | Course Title | Midas ID | Instructor | Course Type | Dates | Credit Clock Hours | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| *WTPP 100 | Intro to Positive Psychology | 63297 | Whitney Casey | Online | 9/08/26 - 10/27/26 | 30hr/2Midas | $400 |
| *WTPP 145 | Understanding and Supporting Everyday Addictions | 65002 | Lyndsi Drysdale | Online | 10/27/26 - 12/16/26 | 30hr/2Midas | $400 |
*These classes may qualify for STIT funding (25% discount). Apply here.
HOW TO REGISTER
Click the yellow REGISTER button for your desired course. This will direct you to the Enrole registration page to finalize your course registration.
