Positive Psychology Courses and Certifications

The Science of Happiness

35 reviews

The first MOOC to teach positive psychology. Learn science-based principles and practices for a happy, meaningful life.

• edX
• 11 weeks, 4-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

• Best of All Time

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Positive Psychology

27 reviews

This course discusses research findings in the field of positive psychology, conducted by Barbara Fredrickson and her colleagues. It also features practical applications of this science that you can put to use immediately to help you live a full and mean…

• Coursera
• 11 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Relay Graduate School of Education

Teaching Character and Creating Positive Classrooms

22 reviews

Learn how to integrate character-based objectives into your teaching with this 5-week course from Relay Graduate School of Education.

• Coursera
• 10 hours 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Positive Psychology: Applications and Interventions

7 reviews

Explore and apply positive psychology interventions with this 4-week course from the University of Pennsylvania, ideal for personal and professional contexts.

• Coursera
• 16 hours 41 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Positive Psychology: Resilience Skills

7 reviews

Learn resilience skills with Dr. Karen Reivich at the University of Pennsylvania. Explore cognitive strategies, manage anxiety, and enhance relationships in 4 weeks.

• Coursera
• 15 hours 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

NPTEL;  IIT Kharagpur

Emotional Intelligence

11 reviews

Explore emotional intelligence (EI) with NPTEL's 20-hour program. Learn about EI concepts, its difference from IQ, its role in resilience, health, wellbeing, and leadership, and its cultural implications.

• YouTube
• 20 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Creative Resilience: How To Flourish In The Face Of Life's Challenges

7 reviews

Is it time to elevate your resilience skills? In today's fast-paced world, how do we adapt and even thrive in a world of constant disruption?Here's the good news: We have the power to not just survive but thrive in both our personal and professional…

• Kadenze
• 25 hours
• On-Demand
• $250.00

Managing Happiness

127 ratings at edX

Harvard's 6-week course explores the science of happiness, offering strategies for a more purposeful life. Led by Prof. Arthur Brooks, it combines psychology, neuroscience, and philosophy.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Positive Psychology: Martin E. P. Seligman’s Visionary Science

5797 ratings at Coursera

Explore the science of human flourishing with Dr. Martin E.P. Seligman, the "father of Positive Psychology", in this 4-week course from the University of Pennsylvania.

• Coursera
• 16 hours 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Positive Psychology Specialization Project: Design Your Life for Well-being

790 ratings at Coursera

A 4-week course by the University of Pennsylvania, applying key concepts from the Foundations of Positive Psychology to design a positive intervention, with a certificate upon completion.

• Coursera
• 12 hours 42 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Positive Psychology: Character, Grit and Research Methods

1129 ratings at Coursera

Explore Positive Psychology with University of Pennsylvania's 4-week course. Learn research methods, study "True Grit", develop hypotheses, and interpret empirical study results.

• Coursera
• 23 hours 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The Science of Generosity: Do Good...Feel Good

1 review

Explore the science of generosity with the University of Pennsylvania's 4-week course. Learn about giving behaviors, create a giving plan, and enhance your well-being.

• Coursera
• 16 hours 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Microcredential

Foundations of Positive Psychology

Explore key theories and research in positive psychology with this 22-week course from the University of Pennsylvania. Learn resilience skills, character, grit, and more.

• Coursera
• 22 weeks, 4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course
• 5 courses

The Science of Well-Being for Teens

455 ratings at Coursera

Yale's 6-week course explores psychology's teachings on happiness, stress reduction, and thriving in high school and beyond, with practical assignments for healthier habits.

• Coursera
• 12 hours 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Agile Leader Training

503 ratings at Coursera

Learn the neuroscience of change and strategies for managing stress in this 5-week course from the University of Colorado System. Develop resilience and emotional strength.

• Coursera
• 15 hours 7 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)