Description
This course is designed to introduce students to psychological concepts related to personal, relational, and occupational effectiveness. This course will assist students in building psychological resiliency, increase understanding of others, communicate more effectively, find life direction, and appreciate the complexity of society and those living within it. Psychological principles and research will form the foundation for each topic with emphasis given to skill development.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Student will demonstrate understanding of major concepts, models, and issues associated with personal effectiveness
- Student will demonstrate an ability to apply the psychological theories and concepts to everyday human life and society
- Student will demonstrate an understanding of the research methods employed by positive psychologists to investigate concepts such as effectiveness, happiness, goal-setting, and overcoming obstacles
Semester
Fall/Spring