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    • Status: Free
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      The University of Edinburgh

      Animal Behaviour and Welfare

      Skills you'll gain: Behavior Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Qualitative Research, Healthcare Ethics, Environmental Issue, Scientific Methods, Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      5.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • A

      Alfaisal University | KLD

      الذكاء العاطفي | Emotional Intelligence

      Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Social Skills, Self-Awareness, Empathy, Resilience, Relationship Building

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      372 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universiteit Leiden

      De-Mystifying Mindfulness

      Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Self-Awareness, Mental Health Therapies, Mental Health, Social Justice, Psychology, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Environment and Resource Management, Critical Thinking, Trauma Care, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      S

      Stanford University

      Game Theory II: Advanced Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Bidding, Social Sciences, Resource Allocation, Political Sciences, Economics, Behavioral Economics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Probability & Statistics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      641 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Positive Psychology: Martin E. P. Seligman’s Visionary Science

      Skills you'll gain: Optimism, Personal Development, Resilience, Positive Behavior Support, Psychology, Working With Children, Education and Training, Research, Human Development, Creativity

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      6.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      A

      American Psychological Association

      Positive Psychology: The Science of Happiness

      Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Compassion, Psychology, Mental Health, Resilience, Behavioral Health, Cultural Diversity, Empathy, Relationship Building, Goal Setting, Research

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      K

      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Meditation: A way to achieve your goals in your life

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Growth Mindedness, Mindfulness, Positivity, Goal Setting, Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, Stress Management, Relationship Building, Cognitive flexibility

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Well Being & Self Care: for Physical and Mental Health

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Positivity, Personal Care, Mindfulness, Behavioral Health, Personal Development, Productivity, Self-Motivation, Self-Awareness, Mental Health, Resilience, Goal Setting, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      39 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      Y

      Yale University

      Moralities of Everyday Life

      Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Research, Anthropology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Sociology, Political Sciences, Child Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      3.4K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • B

      Berklee

      Music for Wellness

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Music, Musical Composition, Mindfulness, Music Performance, Instrumental Music, Mental Concentration, Creativity, World Music, Stress Management, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Respiration

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      324 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

      Positive Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Resilience, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Adaptability, Relationship Building, Psychology, Creativity, Mindfulness, Community Health

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      6K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      R

      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Revolutionary Ideas: Utility, Justice, Equality, Freedom

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Governance, Research, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      323 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular happiness courses

    • Animal Behaviour and Welfare: The University of Edinburgh
    • الذكاء العاطفي | Emotional Intelligence: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • De-Mystifying Mindfulness: Universiteit Leiden
    • Game Theory II: Advanced Applications: Stanford University
    • Positive Psychology: Martin E. P. Seligman’s Visionary Science: University of Pennsylvania
    • Positive Psychology: The Science of Happiness: American Psychological Association
    • Meditation: A way to achieve your goals in your life: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • Well Being & Self Care: for Physical and Mental Health: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Moralities of Everyday Life: Yale University
    • Music for Wellness: Berklee

    Frequently Asked Questions about Happiness

    Most people know “happiness” as the state of being happy. When it comes to courses in higher education, the subject of Happiness typically covers the science behind this sought-after emotion, and even the different ways learners can achieve it.

    One phenomenon associated with the study of Happiness is the relatively new field of Positive Psychology, often called “the science of happiness”. Learners explore real-life applications and empirical research on happiness.

    Becoming happier—and keeping it that way—has long been an important skill that people strive to learn. With top universities covering Happiness, researchers can better pinpoint what it takes to lead a happy and fulfilling life.‎

    Jobs in Mental Health are often high-paying with ample job stability, with many mental healthcare professionals earning salaries that exceed $60,000. In regards to Happiness, learners interested in the field of Psychiatry, Psychology, Social Work, etc., can incorporate Positive Psychology into their techniques for working with clients or patients. For the research aspect of Positive Psychology, learners can find research work as Clinical Researchers, Psychiatric Assistants, or in academia.‎

    Courses on Happiness offered through Coursera provide learners with knowledge on how to increase their own happiness; ways to decrease negative thoughts; research on how people can best make personal growth; details on the phenomenon of Positive Psychology; and more.

    Lessons on Happiness are taught by Professors of Psychology and other departments from major universities, and are administered via video lectures, readings, quizzes, and more.‎

    The skills or experience you need to already have before learning about happiness can include understanding some very basic ideas about psychology and the willingness to see yourself and others clearly, whether you come from an education, healthcare, social work, or corporate setting. Every type of work setting you can think of is in dire need of leaders who can help manage the anxieties of their employees, increase their positive emotions, and incorporate resilience strategies into the lives of team members. You may also already possess the eagerness to learn about resilience and optimism, which are two critical skills needed in today’s workplaces. Learning about happiness and all its facets gives you the knowledge to differentiate between helplessness and mastery within yourself and others.‎

    The kind of person who is best suited to learn about happiness is someone who wants the meaningful challenge of clarifying specific goals and building more productive habits for themselves and others. If you would like to understand what it takes to find your or someone else’s purpose, the definition of success, goals for best mental and physical health, and to find the importance of community and connection, you might be well-suited to learn about happiness. The kind of person who would like to learn about happiness is likely someone who wants to be able to identify and analyze the psychological mechanisms that motivate their own and other people’s actions.‎

    Learning about happiness may be right for you if you feel the desire to articulate and define your purpose and passion, and those of others. When you learn about happiness, you deepen your inner knowledge about what makes you and others tick. You can then create a life purpose statement that reflects your most important qualities and values which in turn clarifies your life path, and you can then guide others to do the same. If you want to learn how to better navigate risks and challenges in your personal and professional life, and also of those around you, learning about happiness may be right for you.‎

    Online Happiness courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Happiness skills. Choose from a wide range of Happiness courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Happiness, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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