Applied Positive Psychology
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Program Contact Information
Website: ed-psych.utah.edu
1721 Campus Center Drive
SAEC, Rm 3220
Salt Lake City UT 84112-8914
Phone: 801-581-7148
Program Description
Positive Psychology, a scientific area in psychology, emphasizes the study of human strengths, positive emotions, and well-being. Applied positive psychology is "the application of positive psychology research to the facilitation of optimal functioning" (Linley & Joseph, 2004a, p.4). In the undergraduate certificate program, a minimum of 12 required credit hours primarily focus on applying positive psychology to individual behavior and relationships. In addition, students choose a minimum of 8 credit hours of electives to apply to areas such as career or education.