Specialist Diploma in

Positive Psychology and Wellbeing

“A joyful life is an individual creation that cannot
be copied from a recipe.”
- Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
THE SCHOOL OF
POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY

Established in 2007, The School of Positive Psychology is the pioneer education and
training institution in Asia specialising in the art, science and practice of positive psychology.
The Singapore-based institution offers certificate, diploma and postgraduate programmes
in applied positive psychology, psychotherapy and positive organisational psychology in
affiliation with Anglia Ruskin University in the United Kingdom.

The programmes are led by internationally-renowned experts in positive psychology such

as Dr. Ilona Boniwell, who founded the European Network of Positive Psychology as well as
the first Masters of Science in Applied Positive Psychology programme in Europe, and Dr. Robert
Biswas-Diener, best-selling author, speaker and trainer widely respected as the founder of
positive psychology coaching in the world.

As the only institution dedicated to the study of positive psychology in Singapore, The School
of Positive Psychology is driven by a mission to help people enhance their psychological
capital, optimise human potential and functioning, and improve personal and organisational
wellbeing. The school promotes the growth of this emerging discipline in Asia through its own
research and development initiatives, public workshops, social experiments and events such as
the positive psychology conference.

All students of The School of Positive Psychology’s academic programmes are eligible to
register as members of the International Positive Psychology Association (IPPA), the world’s
leading authority dedicated to the advancement of the science of positive psychology and
its research-based applications. As part of the IPPA community, members are recognised as
accredited practitioners of positive psychology worldwide.

SPECIALIST DIPLOMA IN POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY AND WELLBEING

SPECIALIST DIPLOMA IN
POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY AND WELLBEING
Are you passionate about creating positive change in your world?

Do you want to use evidence-based strategies to elevate wellbeing for yourself and others?

Are you keen to create positive change in your community?

The Specialist Diploma in Positive Psychology as psychological wellbeing, strengths, emotions,

and Wellbeing is designed to engage learners
to understand and apply the science of positive
psychology for their own unique needs, and to
elevate wellbeing in themselves and others. Join
a community of like-minded people, where you
will be learning and collaborating with.
Positive psychology is a proactive science that
uses evidence-based research to cultivate mental
wellbeing. Positive psychology researches,
measures and educates on complex constructs such
resilience and positive mental health. An ongoing
goal of positive psychology is to elevate the
wellbeing of entire populations, resulting in less
people suffering and more people flourishing.
The Specialist Diploma in Positive Psychology
and Wellbeing, offered online, is an education
programme where participants will gain knowledge
and expertise in using positive psychology
interventions. Developed to encourage hands-on
learning and application of positive psychology

SPECIALIST DIPLOMA IN POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY AND WELLBEING

theories beyond the classroom, this programme
will unite the global push for elevated wellbeing
with an understanding of the Asian context.
Who Is Suitable for This Programme?
This programme is applicable to a wide audience of
learning including:
• Aspiring Positive Psychology Practitioners
and Wellbeing consultants
• Working professionals and leaders
• Business owners who want to get the best for
themselves and their staff
• People in helping professions such educators,
human resource professionals and health
workers
• Parents and curious lifelong learners who
want to apply the principles in themselves,
their families or community.
• People with busy schedules who prefer online
learning
A Learning Experience Like No Other
The learning journey for every student is
personalised based on her/his unique interests.
Students will have opportunities to be guided by our
lecturers to set their learning goals and objectives.
They will also be able to connect with a community
of fellow learners prior to the commencement of
the course. They will be guided from knowledge, to
deep reflection and shared understanding.
SPECIALIST DIPLOMA IN POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY AND WELLBEING
The 84 hours curriculum within the Specialist
Diploma in Positive Psychology and Wellbeing
programme is backed by empirical research,
complimented with rich resources apportioning
time to apply learning in real-life situations and
allowing for reflective practice. The practical
element will come from practising and developing
positive psychology interventions on self, in
relation to others, and in the learners’ own context.
Course Scope and Major Learning Outcomes
The six-month Specialist Diploma in Positive
Psychology and Wellbeing programme lays
the foundation for the theoretical and
applied knowledge that leverages and builds
the learners’ wellbeing.
By the end of the programme, learners will:
· Understand the key features of wellbeing from a
positive psychology lens
· Use Positive Psychology Interventions that
manage and elevate personal and collective
flourishing
· Design and use practical positive psychology
interventions that fulfil defined needs across
different contexts, cultures and life domains
The School of Positive Psychology strives to
create a learning culture where students,
psychologists and practitioners can share and
learn from each other. With this commitment
and efficient educational space, our students are
transformed from learners to applied psych-
opinionated leaders.
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PRE-COURSE INTRODUCTION
- 2 week online introduction
- Coaching session
- Psychology questionnaires
YOUR JOURNEY
STARTS HERE

START 00

POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY FOUN

- PERMAH, Strengths & Resili
- Complete sessions on Zoom
customised LMS
- Engage with peers
- Post about your learning

Course Structure - Stage 00

PRE-COURSE INTRODUCTION (Onboarding)

The Specialist Diploma in Positive Psychology and Wellbeing programme starts with a 5 hours pre-course
introduction delivered on our Learner Management System (LMS). Students will have the opportunity to learn all the
essential information for the course, conduct some background learning, complete psychological assessments, connect
with the learning community, and attend a group coaching session to clarify individual’s course objectives.

Course Structure - Stage 01

POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY FOUNDATION
Stage 01 will be covered in the first three months and will include 43 hours of instruction, covering foundational
concepts in positive psychology. It will consist of 18 hours of self-paced online lessons, 21 hours of real-time online
conferencing classes, group coaching, video-conferencing, social media collaboration and 4 hours of supported peer
learning.

On completion of Stages 00 and 01, participants will fulfil the requirements of a Specialist Certificate in Positive Psychology
and Wellbeing.

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SPECIALISM
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ience - 3 core modules
m and - Choosing one of the speciality streams:
a) Positive Wellbeing
b) Positive Organisational Development
c) Positive Education
d) Strengths Coaching & Development

Course Structure - Stage 02

SPECIALISM

Stage 02 will extend to the second three months, and will include a further 36 hours of learning (84 hours in total),
covering a positive psychology specialism.

There are three core modules which will be self-paced via the LMS. The three core modules are:

1. Positive Communication
2. Mindfulness
3. Designing for Wellbeing

Once the core modules are completed, the students will then start on one of the specialism streams:

1. Positive Wellbeing
2. Positive Organisational Development
3. Positive Education
4. Strengths Coaching and Development

These specialist streams will be delivered in real-time video-conferencing, 4 hours x 9 sessions. The 4 hours will
consist of lectures, activities, personal reflection, group discussion, project planning and peer-led learning.

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Foundation
POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY FOUNDATION
What are the key concepts of positive psychology?

What are some myths of positive psychology?

How do we incorporate positive psychology into our everyday routines?

Introduction to Positive Psychology module provides participants with a solid foundation of knowledge and skills in the
field of positive psychology. Participants will be introduced to a range of research-based and practical strategies to elevate
wellbeing and harness the best in themselves and others.

The sessions will include identifying and cultivating strengths for greater engagement and wellbeing, while also
looking at the importance of positive states such as accomplishment and flow. During the sessions participants will
look at understanding the role of relationships on wellbeing, on how we better understand meaning in life, and how we
navigate challenges and setbacks using resilience.

Participants will also be taught how to use positive psychology interventions to best meet a need in a given context so they
are equipped to introduce positive psychology within their work, relationships or other life domains.

The learning is practical and applied throughout, the participants will learn about the research, practise the
techniques, reflect on the techniques and then discuss together how to apply the learning. A critical and constructive
lens will also be introduced, whereby participants will consider the appropriateness of the concepts with consideration
of the situation. Participants will walk away with a toolkit of practical research-based techniques that they can use to
proactively bring out the best in themselves and others.

A student can opt out at this point and, upon successful completion of their assessments, be awarded a Specialist
Certificate in Positive Psychology and Wellbeing.

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Foundation
POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY FOUNDATION
Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of the module, students will be able to use the evidence-based techniques
of positive psychology to:

• Understand the key features of wellbeing from a positive psychology lens

• Apply positive psychology interventions to increase personal and collective wellbeing
across different contexts, cultures and life domains
• Design and deliver Positive Psychology Interventions to meet an identified need within
specific context

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Specialism
POSITIVE WELLBEING
How do we apply the science of happiness to diverse individuals?

What are active steps we can take to increase collective wellbeing?

How do we develop expertise to maximise training transfer?

In the wake of a global health pandemic, there has been a shift in how people view themselves and their lives. Many want
to rethink how they want to show up in their lives, in their connections and in better understanding of how what they
do matters.

The Positive Wellbeing specialism deepens the learners skills in becoming a Positive Psychology Practitioner. Learners
will cover topics in positive psychology coaching, training, psychological capital and practitioner interventions.

The learner will hone these skills by working on a Positive Psychology project to address a real-world topic. This
specialism will offer learners the skills and knowledge to confidently elevate the wellbeing of others across a wide range
of contexts. Participants will partake in workshops, case studies, discussions, role-plays and conferences to learn to apply
techniques in their context.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of the module, students will be able to use the evidence-based techniques of positive psychology to:

• Understand the key features of positive psychology that can be used to elevate wellbeing
• Use positive psychology interventions that manage and elevate personal and collective wellbeing across a wide
variety of life domains
• Design and use practical positive psychology interventions that fulfil defined needs across varied life domains

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Specialism
POSITIVE ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
What leadership techniques can best promote wellbeing?

How can we best harness strengths in the workplace?

How do we foster positive communication within teams?

The Positive Organisational Development module offers participants research-based and practical techniques to
bring out the best in themselves and others within an organisational context.

There are four additional topics covered in this specialism, including Positive Mindful Leadership, Positive Teams &
Systems, Appreciative Inquiry, and Psychological Capital. These offer learners the opportunity to enhance organisational
performance and wellbeing. Participants will partake in workshops, case studies, discussions, role-plays and conferences
to learn to apply techniques in an organisational context.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of the module, students will be able to use the evidence-based techniques of positive psychology to:

• Understand the key features of positive organisational psychology that can be used to raise wellbeing in workplaces
• Use positive psychology interventions that manage and elevate personal and collective wellbeing within an
organisational context
• Design and use practical positive psychology interventions that fulfil defined needs across varied organisational
contexts

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Specialism
POSITIVE EDUCATION
What are the positive approaches we can take to educate youths?

How can we best coach our youths to be mindful leaders?

What are the unique nuances of educating young ones?

Building wellbeing is a lifelong learning journey, one that starts from a young age. The Positive Education
specialism offers participants access to research-based and practical positive psychology-based techniques to support
young people in developing their own sense of wellbeing.

Topics covered include Positive Youth Development, Positive Education and an exploration of a Social, Emotional and
Ethical learning model.

This module includes content from Emory University. Participants will partake in workshops, online coursework, case
studies, discussions, role-plays and conferences to learn to apply techniques in a positive education context.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of the module, students will be able to use the evidence-based techniques of positive psychology to:

• Understand the key positive psychology techniques that can be used to elevate wellbeing
• Use positive psychology interventions to manage and promote wellbeing that can be used in a youth context
• Design and use practical positive psychology interventions that fulfil the specific needs of the relevant educational
context

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Specialism
STRENGTHS COACHING AND DEVELOPMENT
How can we reframe judgement to assess individuals positively?

How can we spot strengths in people?

How can we encourage individuals, teams and organisations to harness strengths?

Understanding and developing character strengths in individuals is the foundation of positive psychology. Rather than
focusing on the weaknesses, the strength approach facilitates the individual’s journey towards optimal functioning and
flourishing.

The Strengths Coaching and Development specialism offers participants an opportunity to understand the benefits
of a strengths approach in individuals, teams and organisations. Furthermore, as part of the module, the
participants will be enrolled in an online course with an external provider where they will learn to use a validated
strengths assessment tool.

Throughout the module, the students will learn to use the tool for individual and team coaching and gain a deeper
understanding of how the tool can assist in embedding the strengths approach within an organisational culture.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of the module, students will be able to use the evidence-based techniques of positive psychology to:

• Understand the principles and underlying concepts of the application of strengths coaching and development
• Understand how strengths are related to individual and team performance
• Asses and apply tools and strategies to develop strengths in self and others

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PROGRAMME LEADER

TARA SCHOFIELD
Lecturer & Programme Developer
Mindfulness-based Wellbeing Consultant

MSc in Applied Positive Psychology

Postgraduate Diploma in Positive Organisational Psychology
and Leadership
Graduate Diploma in Applied Positive Psychology

Tara Schofield lives, loves and teaches the art Tara is a passionate advocate for mental health
and science of positive psychology and wellbeing.and compassionate care. She has shared positive
psychology with thousands of people around the
She brings the latest research to life in ways that
support individuals and organisations to thrive. world, and delivers workshops and presentations
Her professional background spreads almost on a diverse range of topics including positive
20 years in Training and Development, Human psychology, youth wellbeing, resilience, positive
Resources Management and as a Lecturer. education, positive relationships, emotional
intelligence, strengths, wellbeing at work, meaning
She is currently working as a Lecturer and and purpose.
Programme Developer with the School of
Positive Psychology (Singapore) as well as a Tara co-founded and manages the Positive
Wellbeing trainer within an Australian hospital. International Educators (PIE) Network and is
Tara partners with MNC’s, schools, universities, building community wellbeing using grassroots
private colleges, government departments, mental local projects. She believes it is the blend of
health consumers and the general public to build positive actions, thoughts and habits that help
wellbeing, resilience and strengths. to build a life of positive wellbeing. When not
spreading positive psychology, Tara loves her time
with her family and beagle Mason, the beach, the
Geelong Cats AFL team and coffee.

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PROGRAMME LEADER

JANA DAWSON
Academic and Training Development Director
Wellbeing Consultant

MSc in Applied Positive Psychology

Postgraduate Diploma in Positive Organisational Psychology
and Leadership
Graduate Diploma in Applied Positive Psychology

Facilitating wellbeing through better awareness, Since 2012, Jana has trained companies
relationships, engagement and meaning is Jana’s and organisations like GIC, Singtel, Future
passion. Jana’s extensive travel, including Electronics, Singapore Prison Services, LinkedIn,
having lived in multiple countries, facilitated and Facebook. She has also worked in corporate
in the development of her cultural sensitivity, team building since 2001. As a positive psychology
resilience and empathy- psychological capacities practitioner she is an advocate of a strengths-
that support her passion and work. based approach in guiding individuals, teams and
organisations to develop positive behaviours that
Her multidisciplinary background in cultivate resilient and flourishing organisations.
organisational and intercultural communication,
positive psychology, coaching and mindfulness Jana earned her Master of Science in Applied
has fashioned her expertise in developing and Positive Psychology at the Anglia Ruskin
delivering evidence based, culturally applicable University (UK) with a focus on Positive
programmes in numerous organisational contexts. Organisational Behaviour, specifically
Psychological Capital (Hope, Efficacy, Resilience,
Optimism). She holds a postgraduate diploma
in Positive Organisational Psychology and
Leadership by The School of Positive Psychology
in Singapore, where she is currently the director of
academic and training development.

SPECIALIST DIPLOMA IN POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY AND WELLBEING

“If positive psychology teaches us anything, it is that
all of us are a mixture of strengths and weaknesses.
No one has it all, and no one lacks it all.”
- Christopher Peterson
ADMISSIONS
ENROLMENT DETAILS

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
• Diploma holder from Polytechnic or recognised PEI, or
• 2 GCE ‘A’ Level H2 passes, or
• Certificate in Psychology and/or Counselling from TSPP or other recognised PEI with:
• At least C6 in any GCE ‘O’ level subject conducted in English, or
• ITE NITEC, or
• 30 years old with at least 8 years working experience
• Applicants with minimum 2 years working experience and holding either:
• 5 GCE ‘O’ level passes with minimum grade of C6, or
• ITE Higher NITEC

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

• GCE ‘O’ level minimum C6 in English, or
• Grade E in any GCE ‘A’ level subject conducted in English, or
• TSPP English placement test, or
• IELTS 5.5 or equivalent

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
• Completed application form
• 1 recent passport-sized photo
• 1 photocopy of NRIC or Passport
• Updated resume
• Educational certificates and academic transcripts
• Application fee: SGD 160.50 w/GST

COURSE DELIVERY
• Self-paced Learning
• Real time zoom sessions

COURSE DURATION
• 6 months

COURSE FEE
• Specialist Diploma: SGD 4,948.75 w/GST
• Top-up additional Specialism: SGD 1,712.00 w/GST
• Specialist Certificate: SGD 2,867.60 w/GST

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