Positive Occupational Health Psychology
Ph.D. -course
- ECTS credits
- 1
- Course code
- GHIG940
- Resources
- Schedule
Course description
Course content
This course introduces participants to Positive Occupational Health Psychology (POHP) ¿ the study and application of optimal functioning in the workplace. It promotes occupational health and flourishing, and examines how positive phenomena (contexts, personal resources) can be used to protect against occupational risks.
General learning objectives
This course facilitates knowledge and understanding of a positive approach to employee health and well-being, by discussing various theoretical approaches and applying several practical organizational interventions.
Knowledge
After completion of the course, the candidate ¿
- Has knowledge of various theories in the domain of positive occupational health psychology
- Has knowledge of several POHP interventions, and the psychological mechanisms involved
- Has knowledge of top-down and bottom-up approaches to work engagement and flow.
Skills
After completion of the course, the candidate ¿
Can design survey and intervention studies testing POHP theories
Can analyse organizations using a positive psychology perspective, with a clear eye for negative psychological phenomena
Can train employees in understanding and regulating (the causes of) their occupational well-being
General competence
After completion of the course, the candidate ¿
- Can master and utilize positive occupational health psychology approaches
- Can reflect upon the use and value of positive psychology in understanding occupational healt.
Study period
Credits (ECTS)
Course location
Language of instruction
Course registration and deadlines
On Studentweb, course code GHIG940 or by e-mail to maria.luttges@uib.no
Deadline for registration is May 7th.
Please note that registering for this PhD course is considered binding!
Pre-requirements
No previous knowledge is required.
Recommended Previous Knowledge
Compulsory Requirements
Form of assessment
Who may participate
Programme
The various theories and practical approaches that are important in Positive Occupational Health Psychology will be presented in lectures and seminar-style discussions complemented with hands-on exercises and independent work.
2 days (6 hours per day) from 09:00-15:00