Positive Psychology

The application deadline is Anytime. Tuition is $120 USD.

Positive Psychology is a one-week non-degree program taught in English, suitable for students at the pre-high school level. It's an online program that helps students learn about positive psychology.

The curriculum focuses on positive psychology principles, teaching students to develop a growth mindset, build resilience, and cultivate well-being. The program includes interactive discussions and reflective exercises.

Students who complete this program can go on to become mental health support workers, youth counselors, life coaches, wellness consultants, or positive psychology researchers, working in fields like education, healthcare, and social services.

The American Psychological Association is a prominent professional organization based in Washington DC that advances psychology through research, practice and education. Founded in the late 19th century, the association supports a broad membership of researchers, clinicians, educators and students and plays a central role in shaping professional standards, ethical practice and evidence based approaches in psychological science.

Through its extensive portfolio of journals, conferences and educational resources, the association provides vital support for scholarly communication and professional development. Members gain access to leading research publications, continuing education opportunities and policy guidance that supports practice and research across clinical, educational and organizational settings. The association also maintains databases and resources that facilitate literature access and research synthesis for scholars and practitioners.

For students and early career professionals the association offers networking, mentoring and training that help build research skills and ethical competencies. Engagement with the organization can support career development, conference participation and awareness of funding and publication pathways. Overall the American Psychological Association serves as a central hub for advancing psychology, promoting public understanding of mental health and supporting the professional growth of those entering the field.