Wellbeing in Schools: A Practical Introduction to Positive Education
Support student and teacher wellbeing with simple, evidence-based strategies you can use every day. This course introduces educators to Positive Psychology and Positive Education, helping them integrate wellbeing, resilience, emotional intelligence, character strengths, and a growth mindset into teaching. It provides research-backed strategies to enhance academic engagement, support mental health,
Description
In a world where learners and teachers face increasing pressure, uncertainty and change, Positive Education offers an evidence-based approach that combines academic learning with the intentional development of wellbeing. It equips educators to support students not only in achieving academic success, but in truly flourishing.
This immersive five-day course introduces teachers to the foundational principles of Positive Psychology, the scientific study of what makes life fulfilling and worthwhile. Participants will explore how to cultivate resilience, emotional intelligence, character strengths, and a growth mindset in both their pupils and themselves.
Informed by over three decades of research and international best practice, the course offers practical, ready-to-implement strategies that promote wellbeing, increase academic engagement, and nurture positive teacher-pupil relationships. Educators will leave with a toolkit to foster a classroom culture rooted in curiosity, compassion and cou
ºìÌÒÊÓƵing objectives
- Understand the core principles of Positive Psychology and Positive Education.
- Apply evidence-based strategies to support student and teacher wellbeing in daily teaching practice.
- Cultivate emotional intelligence, resilience, character strengths, and a growth mindset in both students and themselves.
- Enhance academic engagement and foster a more compassionate and connected classroom environment.
- Develop practical tools to boost student motivation and mental health while maintaining sense of purpose as educators.
- Strengthen teacher-pupil relationships using approaches grounded in international best practices.
- Implement classroom strategies that balance academic learning with wellbeing promotion.
Methodology & assessment
Assessment is informal and centered on peer feedback, ensuring a supportive learning environment where educators can refine their approaches through shared insights. There are no formal exams—learning is assessed through participation, group contributions, and the ability to apply key concepts in real-world teaching scenarios.
Materials, digital tools & other learning resources
This course provides a range of materials and digital tools to support learning. Presentations will be delivered through engaging slide decks, ensuring clear and structured content delivery. Each participant will receive a USB drive to store course materials for future reference. Additionally, a dedicated Microsoft Teams class will serve as a collaborative space for ongoing discussions, resource sharing, and access to supplementary materials. This setup ensures that educators can continue engagi
Certification details
The certification for this course will include the participant's full name and date of birth, along with the course dates and a record of all sessions attended. It will be officially signed by both the instructor and the director of studies, ensuring authenticity and recognition. This certification serves as formal acknowledgment of the participant's completion of the program and engagement with its content. Let me know if you'd like any additional details included.
Pricing, packages and other information
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Price:525Euro
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Course package content:
Course price
5-Day course
Teacher Training course prices €425
Registration fee (All courses require a one-off €100 registration fee per trainee and include:
Course resources
• WiFi on school premises
• Validate Europass Mobility Certificate
• off-site activity• Alpha School Certificate of Attendance
Total Programme fee €525
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Additional information:Description of the services and activities included in the course package (such as accommodation, meals, transport) or available at extra cost.
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Cancellation & changes:
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Additional information:The options and conditions for change and cancellation, and the policy in case of unforeseen circumstances (force majeure).
Additional information
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Language:English
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Target audience ISCED:Primary education (ISCED 1)Lower secondary education (ISCED 2)Upper secondary education (ISCED 3)
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Target audience type:TeacherCareers CouncillorHead Teacher / Principal
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ºìÌÒÊÓƵing time:20-25 hours
Upcoming sessions
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