Online Bachelor of Arts in Psychology – Positive Psychology
Are you looking for a career that allows you to promote psychological strengths in families, workplaces and communities? The Bachelor of Arts in psychology with a concentration in positive psychology may be an ideal degree path. Learn how evidence-based, positive interventions can transform your life and the lives of others.
Quick facts
Next start date: 08/17/2023
Total classes: 40
Weeks per class: 7.5
Total credit hours: 120
Degree questions, answered.
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What is positive psychology?
Positive psychology is the scientific study of strengths and behaviors that enable individuals and communities to thrive. An emerging field, positive psychology focuses on applying evidence-based approaches to improve personal and community well-being, relationships, workplace culture and other life domains.
In this program, you’ll learn about interventions developed from psychology research, as well as analyze the efficacy of these measures within family, community and organizational settings. You’ll also explore how to apply the fundamental constructs within positive psychology, including:
- Coping mechanisms and creativity.
- Joy and love.
- Hope and optimism.
- Mindfulness and gratitude.
- Resilience.
What can you do with a positive psychology BA degree concentration?
The skills you’ll gain will prepare you to transform lives using research-backed measures that focus on strengths. Upon graduation, you can pursue advancement in supervisory or management positions, training or teaching roles or any social services profession. You’ll also have the competencies needed to enter a variety of graduate programs, such as a Master of Science in psychology, among other programs.
What are the differences between the BA and BS in positive psychology degree concentrations?
While similar in curriculum, career opportunities and preparedness to pursue graduate studies, the BA and BS in positive psychology degree concentrations have key differences. The BS in positive psychology degree concentration has a quantitative focus, making it ideal for someone who’s interested in a clinical or research career path.
Will my diploma say ‘online’?
No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”
Online positive psychology BA courses
Your courses are made up of a variety of required and elective courses that build your competencies in psychology. You’ll explore topics in positive psychology, such as applying optimal theory to create a maximally healthy society free from systemic inequities and injustices. Other courses cover evidence-based interventions, emotional intelligence and more. Courses may include:
PSY 366: Psychological Disorders (SB)
PSY 341: Developmental Psychology (SB)
PSY 350: Social Psychology (SB)
PSY 315: Personality Theory and Research (SB)
PSY 443: Child and Adolescent Psychological Disorders (L or SB)
PSY 230: Introduction to Statistics (CS)
PSY 335: Positive Psychology
PSY 336: Applications of Positive Psychology
The jobs a positive psychology BA degree concentration prepares you for
Upon graduation, you’ll have the skills and knowledge needed to pursue a variety of roles, such as human resources professional, prevention specialist, wellness coach, research analyst, health educator and more. You’ll also be equipped to pursue graduate studies in psychology and beyond. Potential career paths include, but aren’t limited to:
Addictions Counselor
Behavioral Health Specialist
Counselor (General)
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT)
Mental Health Counselor
School Psychologist
Social Services Director
Social Worker
Learn from leading psychology faculty
As an ASU Online student, you’ll get the New College experience from the same faculty who teach our courses on campus from anywhere in the world. Our faculty members are some of the brightest, most innovative academic minds in the world. Our areas of expertise include psychology, anthropology, geography, political science, cybersecurity, forensic science and more. Our mission is to create an environment that prepares students to take their place in the world using the skills they have learned to pursue careers that benefit their community.
Learn from leading psychology faculty
As an ASU Online student, you’ll get the New College experience from the same faculty who teach our courses on campus from anywhere in the world. Our faculty members are some of the brightest, most innovative academic minds in the world. Our areas of expertise include psychology, anthropology, geography, political science, cybersecurity, forensic science and more. Our mission is to create an environment that prepares students to take their place in the world using the skills they have learned to pursue careers that benefit their community.
How to apply
first-year student
You are considered a first-year student for application purposes if you have not attended college at all, or have fewer than 12 transferable credit hours (with a minimum 2.50 cumulative GPA).
Don't meet admission requirements?
You can still gain admission to ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.
To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if the Earned Admission Pathway is right for you.
Don't meet admission requirements?
You can still gain admission to ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.
To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if the Earned Admission Pathway is right for you.
Study at one of the top-ranked universities in the nation
ASU is a global university recognized for its commitment to innovation, research and high-quality academic programs. Our university has been recognized with peer-reviewed honors from U.S. News & World Report.
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in innovation for 8 consecutive years, ahead of Stanford and MIT.
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Tuition calculator
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Tuition calculator
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.
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