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PSYC 9

POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY · 4 units · used in 3 transfer pathways

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About this course

Focuses on the empirical investigations of human potential and the development of strengths. Topics include but are not limited to wisdom, emotional intelligence, mindfulness, happiness and well-being, empathy, compassion, gratitude, forgiveness, courage, and resilience. Emphasis on analyzing theories, research methods, and empirical evidence regarding their relationships to each other and applications to everyday life, such as finding meaning in life and career, work productivity, and positive relationships. Includes application component where students assess their strengths in these areas, learn to develop them, and practice applying them to their own lives.

Sections this term

Fall 2026 · updated Sep 3, 3:30 PM UTC
PSYC 9POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGYWaitlist1 section · 0 seats reported · 1 instructor
  • CRN 20332 · 01Robins · TBA TBA · ONLINEWaitlist · 0

Enrollment availability changes frequently. Confirm status in the official FHDA registration system before enrolling.

Prerequisites

The Foothill catalog lists no prerequisite for this course.

Advisory: “Advisory: PSYC C1000 or C1000H, and one of the following: ENGL C1000 or C1000H or ESLL 26.

Transfer pathways that use PSYC 9

ASSIST maps PSYC 9 to a requirement in 3 published pathways from Foothill College.

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