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Professional Certificate in Positive Education (Online)

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The University of Melbourne

37

in world overall ranking*

1

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

Founded on the principles of positive psychology, this professional certificate equips educators and allied health professionals to enhance wellbeing and resilience in students. It covers key theories of wellbeing, core positive education constructs, and how to apply evidence-based approaches to strengthen learning environments. The course integrates the science and practice of positive psychology to support leading positive change in schools and educational workplaces.

What you might learn

Students develop an understanding of major wellbeing theories and the foundational constructs of positive education. They learn to apply scientific theory to build stronger learning environments that draw on individual strengths and support both students and staff. The course aims to build capability to lead and embed wellbeing-focused initiatives in educational settings.

Career outcome

Graduates can apply positive education principles in schools and related educational settings to improve student wellbeing, resilience and learning culture. The credential supports professional practice for educators, youth workers, school counsellors, allied health professionals and school administrators seeking to lead wellbeing initiatives. It can also provide a pathway with credit towards further study in applied positive psychology.

Entry requirements

IELTS 7.0: with writing 7.0 and no other band less than 6.0


Living Costs in Melbourne**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 15 - 20
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,583 - 2,094
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,207 - 1,596
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 7 - 9
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$9,744 per year

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A$9,000 per year

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Information

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6 months

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March, July

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Parkville
Online

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PR-POSED

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconMELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to A$56,000

tick iconMELBOURNE GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to 100% of tuition fees

tick iconINTERNATIONAL GRADUATE MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS

Up to 50% of tuition fees

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