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Character Strengths Training Courses & Certifications

Wondering how character strengths can play a role in your journey? Whether you are searching for greater happiness or trying to get ahead professionally, our courses help you activate your signature strengths and provide you with a framework for reaching your goals. Our experts have crafted engaging, informative online courses to help you apply the science of character strengths to your life and work. These courses also encourage you to identify and develop your unique talents, align with your values, and explore ways to unlock your full potential.

Are you a professional? You too can use these courses to elevate your work with clients, students or employees.

Who These Courses Are For

Whether you're focused on personal growth or professional development, our courses are designed to meet you where you are.

They’re a great fit for:

Individuals looking to better understand and use their character strengths
Coaches, educators, and mental health professionals supporting others
Managers and leaders who are building stronger, strengths-based teams
Anyone navigating life transitions with a desire for lasting tools and insight

How It Works

We’ve made it simple to start learning:

Flexible formats - Choose from self-paced or live courses
Expert-developed - Content created by leaders in psychology and strengths research
Real-life application - Practical tools you can use right away at home or work
Access anytime - Learn at your own pace and revisit the content whenever you need

Who Should Take VIA Character Strengths Courses?

Our character strengths certification and training programs are built for real-life application, no matter where you are in your journey.

These courses are ideal for:

Individuals exploring strengths-based personal development
Coaches, therapists, and educators looking to integrate VIA Character Strengths into their work
Managers and team leaders who want to build strengths-based organizations
Anyone experiencing life transitions and seeking evidence-based tools for growth and character assessment

Appreciation of Beauty & Excellence

"I recognize, emotionally experience, and appreciate the beauty around me and the skill of others."

"I act on my convictions, and I face threats, challenges, difficulties, and pains, despite my doubts and fears."

"I am creative, conceptualizing something useful, coming up with ideas that result in something worthwhile."

“I seek out situations where I gain new experiences without getting in my own or other people’s way.”

“I treat everyone equally and fairly, and give everyone the same chance applying the same rules to everyone.”

“I forgive others when they upset me and/or when they behave badly towards me, and I use that information in my future relations with them.”

“I am grateful for many things and I express that thankfulness to others.”

“I am honest to myself and to others, I try to present myself and my reactions accurately to each person, and I take responsibility for my actions.”

Hope Character Strength

“I am realistic and also full of optimism about the future, believing in my actions and feeling confident things will turn out well.”

"I see my strengths and talents but I am humble, not seeking to be the center of attention or to receive recognition."

"I approach life playfully, making others laugh, and finding humor in difficult and stressful times."

"I weigh all aspects objectively in making decisions, including arguments that are in conflict with my convictions."

"I am helpful and empathic and regularly do nice favors for others without expecting anything in return."

Leadership Character Strength

"I take charge and guide groups to meaningful goals, and ensure good relations among group members."

"I experience close, loving relationships that are characterized by giving and receiving love, warmth, and caring."

Love of Learning

"I am motivated to acquire new levels of knowledge, or deepen my existing knowledge or skills in a significant way."

"I persist toward my goals despite obstacles, discouragements, or disappointments."

"I give advice to others by considering different (and relevant) perspectives and using my own experiences and knowledge to clarify the big picture."

"I act carefully and cautiously, looking to avoid unnecessary risks and planning with the future in mind.”

Self-Regulation

"I manage my feelings and actions and am disciplined and self-controlled."

Social Intelligence Character Strength

"I am aware of and understand my feelings and thoughts, as well as the feelings of those around me."

Spirituality Character Strength

"I feel spiritual and believe in a sense of purpose or meaning in my life; and I see my place in the grand scheme of the universe and find meaning in everyday life."

"I am a helpful and contributing group and team member, and feel responsible for helping the team reach its goals."

"I feel vital and full of energy, I approach life feeling activated and enthusiastic."