Psychology – Positive Psychology (BS)

Explore the science of well-being with Arizona State University’s online Bachelor of Science in psychology with a concentration in positive psychology. Rooted in research, this program examines the psychological and biological foundations of human flourishing. You’ll study evidence-based interventions, analyze empirical data and gain skills needed for graduate study or careers in health, education or research.

Quick facts
Next start date: 08/21/2025
Total classes: 40
Weeks per class: 7.5
Total credit hours: 120

Online positive psychology BS courses

Your coursework blends theory, research and real-world application around factors that support psychological well-being. You’ll study how to help individuals and communities thrive by fostering optimism, compassion and resilience through interventions. You’ll also gain quantitative skills through subjects like statistics and the sciences. Courses may include:

PSY 350: Social Psychology (SB)

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PSY 366: Psychological Disorders (SB)

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PSY 341: Developmental Psychology (SB)

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PSY 315: Personality Theory and Research (SB)

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PSY 443: Child and Adolescent Psychological Disorders (SOBE OR L or SB)

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PSY 230: Introduction to Statistics (QTRS OR CS)

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PSY 290: Research Methods (SCIT OR L or SG)

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PSY 335: Positive Psychology

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PSY 336: Applications of Positive Psychology

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PSY 330: Statistical Methods (QTRS OR CS)

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SBS 300: Careers in Psychology

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The jobs a positive psychology BS degree concentration prepares you for

A concentration in positive psychology, along with the versatile skills you’ll gain, can lead to careers across industries ranging from research assistant to mental health technician. Potential roles include:

Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors

Growth: 18.4%
Salary: $49,710

Social Workers, All Other

Growth: 6.6%
Salary: $61,420

Counselors, All Other

Growth: 17.2%
Salary: $43,390

Clinical and Counseling Psychologists

Growth: 11.4%
Salary: $90,130

Marriage and Family Therapists

Growth: 14.9%
Salary: $56,570

Mental Health Counselors

Growth: 18.4%
Salary: $49,710

School Psychologists

Growth: 1.3%
Salary: $81,500

Social and Community Service Managers

Growth: 9.1%
Salary: $74,240

Child, Family, and School Social Workers

Growth: 5.3%
Salary: $50,820

Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers

Growth: 10.6%
Salary: $51,240