About the Course
This self-paced Mental Health Toolkit is an advanced certificate course that includes a package of tools to bridge theory and practice. It includes the full content of the Proficiency Course, including videos on both theory and practice, as well as:
- Detailed Lesson Plans covering each module, including assignments and engaging exercises to facilitate "learning by doing."
- Powerpoint Presentations, packed with colorful infographics and key points.
- Weekly drop-in Q & A (optional)
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Advanced Certificate of Completion.
Course Curriculum
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~ BAILEY LI ~
I am a Silicon Valley-based entrepreneur in the college admission counseling business. I enrolled in the Science of Happiness (Proficiency Tier) in January 2021. I was drawn in by the simplicity and logic of the course, which provided me with a clear, big picture of happiness. What I need is a better understanding of happiness so I can strive toward it in the right direction. That’s what sets the course apart from the others. Before taking the course, I was immersed in a wide variety of happiness research and knowledge. The course enabled me to build up a systemic structure.
~ UK HOUSE OF PARLIAMENT ~ (motion passed 3/21/2022)
This House…welcomes the collaboration between the service and the Pursuit of Happiness project, based in New York, an initiative of a group of psychologists and educators dedicated to the advancement of scientific knowledge about happiness and depression prevention, with the volunteers being the first students from a university in Scotland to undertake training (the Science of Happiness Course) by the project.
~ JO BECKER ~
"I love The Science of Happiness: Theory and Practice! The Mini-Course is an excellent introduction to the topic with well written, easy to follow content on an easy to use electronic format. I appreciated the background data on depression (and more!) as much as I enjoyed learning about the pioneers of happiness psychology. The current recommendations for a happy life are thoughtful, as is the suggestion to concoct one’s own particular “happiness soup.” Thank you for such a user-friendly, info-packed introductory course that’s effortless to access online any time, anywhere!"
Key Topics
Positive Psychology
Learn about leading theories and applications of Positive Psychology on personal happiness and well-being, by pioneers Martin Seligman and Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi.
The Science of Happiness
The Science of Happiness is accelerating. Explore the practical, and powerful, “habits of happy people” that have been uncovered by the social and natural sciences.
Mental Health: New Discoveries
Learn about remarkable new discoveries in the Science of Mental Health and Well-being including "food for mood," the power of goal-setting, and finding meaning.
Your Journey Through the Course
Introduction
Learn about the scientific pioneers who founded the science of happiness, the three components of well-being, the so-called "habits of happy people," and the methodology used to uncover their secrets.
"Habits of Happy People"
The next stage of the course comprises 7 modules focused on a wide range of life skills that impact our mood, including close relationships, acts of kindness, physical wellbeing, flow, strengths, positive emotions and the discovery of meaning.
Practical Exercises
Each of the 8 modules in this stage focuses on practical exercises, which studies have shown can be literally life-changing.
About The Team
Narration & Production:
Mark K. Setton, D.Phil., Oxon.
Research Team:
Paul Desan, PhD, Harvard
Anthony Arciero, PhD, George Mason
Saira Qureshi; MA, LMHC
Miguel Toribio-Mateas, PhD, Middlesex
Video Editing:
Fahim Nirob
Available Courses
Course Outline
The Introductory Course provides a birds eye view of the new science of happiness, key thinkers, and key discoveries.
Key Benefits
- 3 Introductory Mixed Media Videos
- PowerPoint Summary
- Video Transcripts
- Fun Quiz
- Outline of Certificate Courses
- Students: 80% Off
Course Outline
The Proficiency Course provides an in-depth view of both the theory and practice of new discoveries in the Science of Happiness.
Key Benefits
- Includes Intro Course
- 11 Mixed Media Videos
- 7 Modules on the Psychology and Neuroscience of Well-being
- 7 Video Guides (Prisha’s Tips)
- Mood-boosting Practical Exercises
- Proficiency Certificate of Completion
- Students: 80% Off
Course Outline
This course contains a toolkit packed with teaching aids, for easy integration with mental health training programs and courses.
Key Benefits
- Includes Intro Course
- 11 Mixed Media Videos
- 7 Modules on the Psychology and Neuroscience of Well-being
- 7 Video Guides (Prisha’s Tips)
- Mood-boosting Practical Exercises
- Detailed Lesson Plans
- PowerPoint Slides for Easy Classroom Instruction
- Weekly Drop-in Q & A (optional)
- Advanced Certificate of Completion
- Students: 80% Off