Positive Experiences (Pleasure) Engagement Relationship Meaning Achievement. Module 1 Introduction to Positive Psychology and PERMA model.

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1 The New York City Certificate in Applied Positive Psychology was created to give an in-depth intensive and experiential immersion into the study of positive psychology. Over the course of 5 weekends across 6 months participants develop a deep understanding of tools and practices from the science of happiness. With over 100 hours of instruction and collaboration time, this program will benefit both individuals interested in PP and those working with clients, organizations, and communities. The goal of the program is to help graduates develop proven habits to build positive emotions and increase well-being while evolving the skills of resilience needed for dealing with stress and life obstacles. Ultimately, the program strives to teach how healthy personal and professional relationships bring about sustainable transformation for individuals, couples, groups, and organizations. The design of the course uses a unique perspective based on the pioneering work of Martin Seligman, PhD, at the University of Pennsylvania. Considered the Father of Positive Psychology, his approach to wellbeing and flourishing includes 5 elements that will provide the foundation of the certificate program. The PERMA model includes: Positive Experiences (Pleasure) Engagement Relationship Meaning Achievement The topics of the 10 modules (details below) align with Dr. Martin Seligman s PERMA model of human flourishing. Each module provides participants with scientific research and theory, as well as tools and applications, to both apply and teach positive psychology and well-being to others. The certificate is open to all but will be of special interest to educators, coaches, social workers, managers, consultants, human resource personnel, executives, leaders, facilitators, yoga instructors, nutritionists, body workers, doctors, psychologists and other mental health/wellness practitioners. Although this is a lifetime certificate successful candidates will be offered opportunities at the Open Center to attend annual updates in the field of positive psychology for a nominal fee. A 5-MONTH CERTIFICATE PROGRAM (Each weekend is composed of two modules.) April 2016 September 2016: 5 weekends (No weekends in August) Saturdays & Sundays, 9am 6pm (Total of 90 hours of onsite meeting and instruction.) Consists of 10 Modules, two each weekend sessions with four webinars in-between sessions. Webinars will be 2 hour broadcasts led by leading experts in the field. All classes held at or near The Open Center. Module 1 Introduction to Positive Psychology and PERMA model. April 16 & 17,

2 Explain the history of positive psychology. Learn an overview of the Seligman s Learned Optimism. Identify the elements of PERMA. Module 2 The Study of Relationships and Relationship Science Identify and employ the elements of Active Constructive Responding. Identify and dramatize the sociometry of choices in relationships. Distinguish the various styles of interaction associated with giving, matching and taking Webinar 1 Ryan Niemiec, PhD Character strengths and Mindfulness Education Director of the VIA Institute on Character, a global, nonprofit organization in Cincinnati, Ohio that educates individuals about the science and practice of character strengths. The VIA Institute is considered a leading organization in positive psychology and the worldwide leader on the science of character strengths. Module 3 Pleasure and Positive Emotions May 14 & 15, 2016 Describe the Broaden and Build theory of positivity. Differentiate between optimal and unproductive positivity. Demonstrate 2 positive interventions during the onsite. Module 4 Positivity and Resilience Describe the concepts behind resilient thoughts and actions. Discuss the 3 distinctions between Optimists and Pessimists Recognize the relationship between will power and positive emotions. Webinar 2 Module 5 The Psychology of Engagement & Flow TBD June 18 & 19, 2016 Identify the features of a flow experience Identify your personal top character strengths 2

3 Examine The Best Possible Self and its relationship to flow and strengths Module 6 Positive Interventions for Coaching Describe and illustrate an example intrinsic and extrinsic motivation Illustrate a plan for goal setting Identify the characteristics of excellence Webinar 3 Module 7 Positive Interventions for Psychotherapy Robert Vallerand, PhD, On The Importance of Passion in Positive Psychology Dr. Vallerand is former President of the International Positive Psychology Association and the leading researcher on the topic of passion. He is a Professor of Psychology at the Université du Québec à Montreal where he holds the Canada Research Chair in Motivational Processes and Optimal Functioning and a Professorial Fellow at the Australian Catholic University. July 16 & 17, 2016 Identify interventions used in positive psychotherapy (PPT.) Examine the effectiveness of positive psychotherapy compared to treatment as usual and traditional psychotherapy. Demonstrate and discuss 2 positive interventions used in PPT. Module 8 Meaning and Meditation 1. Identify 4 different types of meditation. 2. Demonstrate and discuss the effectiveness of meditation and its relationship to purpose and meaning, 3. Identify the benefits of exercise and yoga on well-being. Webinar 4 Module 9 The Science of Achievement at Work And School (With guest instructor joining.) TBD September 10 & 11, 2016 Discuss the research behind grit and selfcontrol. Examine areas where self-regulation can be applied. Discuss features of positive education. Module 10 Capstone Projects, Savoring & the Future. 3

4 Create a capstone project integrating elements of positive psychology. Evaluate and measure the impact of the certification process. Prepare and schedule a plan to implement positive interventions going forward. Some modules of the course may be eligible for continuing education units for your profession. Please call for further information. Each onsite and distance learning period in-between will include: 2 days of experiential learning led by highly trained experienced instructors in the field 1 webinar with a leading academic expert in the field (Begins after the first onsite.) 1 small group meeting to discuss webinar and course content. 1 peer-pair meeting to discuss topical reflections and assignments. Participation in an online academy to post reflections and discuss assignments Webinar Leaders Bob Vallerand on the Importance of Passion in Positive Psychology Dr. Vallerand is former President of the International Positive Psychology Association and the leading researcher on the topic of passion. He is a Professor of Psychology at the Université du Québec à Montreal where he holds the Canada Research Chair in Motivational Processes and Optimal Functioning and a Professorial Fellow at the Australian Catholic University. Ryan Niemiec on Character Strengths and Mindfulness: Advancing Psychology To The Next Level Education Director of the VIA Institute on Character, a global, nonprofit organization in Cincinnati, Ohio that educates individuals about the science and practice of character strengths. The VIA Institute is considered a leading organization in positive psychology and the worldwide leader on the science of character strengths. We will be offering features in the program that are only briefly, if covered at all, elsewhere: Positive psychotherapy, passion, positive education, excellence, and narrative psychology are just some of these. In other arenas we will explore spirituality, meditation, business relationships, physical well-being, resilience training, and coaching strategies from perspectives that will take advantage of the unique abilities of our team. Instructors: We have the largest collaborative collection of Master of Applied Positive Psychology instructors who are graduates of the University of Pennsylvania program all of whom were directly taught by Martin Seligman. They bring a broad array of skills and talents that make our program distinctive. Dan Lerner, MAPP (Excellence); Cory Muscara, MAPP (Meditation), Robert Rosales,MAPP (Business) Reb Rebele, MAPP, Writing, Journaling and Well-being (Collaborates with Adam Grant at Wharton); Amy Rebele, MAPP, Putting PP Research into Practice; Jen Cory, MAPP as assistant for the course including webinars. David Yaden, MAPP, Spiritual Callings and Mystical Awakenings; research associate at UPenn and Mary Bit Smith, MAPP,Narrative Medicine and Medical student at Thomas Jefferson). Also joining us is Alan Schlecter, MD who will be talking about stress and resilience. Alan is the Director of the Child 4

5 and Adolescent Psychiatry Clinic at Bellevue Hospital Center. He has been teaching the NYU undergraduate course, The Science of Happiness, since the Spring of