Executive Certificate in Positive Psychology for Education
Published on June 28, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today I'm delighted to have Dr. Jane Smith with us. She's an expert in Positive Psychology and the lead instructor for the Executive Certificate in Positive Psychology for Education. Dr. Smith, can you tell us a bit about this course and what inspired you to create it? GUEST: Absolutely, thanks for having me. This course is designed to empower educators with evidence-based strategies to foster student well-being and academic success. I was inspired by the transformative impact positive psychology can have on education. HOST: That's fascinating. Can you share some current trends in the industry that this course addresses? GUEST: Sure. Mindfulness, resilience, and character strengths are hot topics in education today. Our course equips educators with the skills to integrate these concepts into their classrooms and school culture. HOST: I see. And what would you say are some of the challenges faced in the field when it comes to implementing positive psychology? GUEST: There can be resistance to change, limited resources, and a lack of understanding about how to apply positive psychology principles. Our course addresses these challenges by providing practical tools and strategies. HOST: That's really valuable. Looking to the future, where do you see the field of positive psychology in education heading? GUEST: I believe we'll see a shift towards a more holistic approach to education, where student well-being is given equal importance to academic success. Our course is at the forefront of this movement. HOST: Dr. Smith, thank you for your insights and for sharing your expertise with us today. If our listeners want to learn more about the Executive Certificate in Positive Psychology for Education, where can they go? GUEST: They can visit our website to explore the program and unlock their potential as educators. Thanks for having me. HOST: Absolutely, and we'll include a link in our show notes. Thank you, Dr. Smith, for joining us today. GUEST: My pleasure, thank you for having me.
