Online Class: Creating a Positive Work Environment
This course takes a realistic light approach to positivity in the workplace but highlighting examples and explanations of terms that are relevant to our everyday understanding of human behavior and me

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Course Description
This course takes a realistic approach to positivity in the workplace by highlighting examples and reviewing explanations of terms that are relevant to our everyday understanding of human behavior and mental processes. We'll address the concept of happiness, positivity, and gratitude in order to set a foundation for understanding both the interpersonal and intrapersonal workings of the business environment. We'll also review theories regarding how personal stability affects workplace wellbeing.
This online class will teach you how to maintain happiness and positivity through mindset shifts suited for anyone willing to make simple changes in their life. We'll also review other business considerations such as workplace culture, working to respond well to and enjoy working with others, and learning how to use positivity to train. Learning to navigate work and personal life expectations, environments such as remote work, and more will also be discussed. Learning how to encourage yourself and others to succeed as well as maintaining your physical and emotional health will be one of many goals when you successfully complete this class.
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- Printable Lessons
- Full HD Video
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs

Course Lessons
Lesson 1: How to Feel Happy at Work or While Working
This first lesson tackles the various definitions of the emotion of feeling happy while at work and basic strategies often used to increase this emotion.
Additional lesson topics: Brain Makeover: A Weekly Guide to a Happier, Healthier and More Abundant Life; I Love It Here: How Great Leaders Create Organizations Their People Never Want to Leave
11 Total Points
Lesson 1 Video
Complete Assignment: Course Introduction and Goals
Assessment: Lesson 1 Exam
Lesson 2: How to Maintain a Positive Mindset at Work
This second lesson will focus on our concept of mindset and how to maintain a positive mindset at work. It will cover the following.
*different societal and cultural viewpoints
*factors or influences that bring happiness or perceived happiness
*happiness increases contributions of a positive work environment
Additional lesson topics: How to Have a Positive Mindset at Work; The importance of a positive attitude in the workplace
10 Total Points
Lesson 2 Video
Assessment: Lesson 2 Exam
Lesson 3: How to Establish and Understand a Workplace Culture
This lesson will focus on the importance of the Workplace culture in developing a positive work environment. Topics discussed include the following.
*how to establish and understand a workplace culture
*including all ages, activities, events
*multiculturalism/multicultural sensitivity
Additional lesson topics: Workplace culture: what it is and how to create positive impact in your organization; The Leader’s Guide to Corporate Culture
10 Total Points
Lesson 3 Video
Assessment: Lesson 3 Exam
Lesson 4: How to Teach Your Peers New Skills and Tasks
This lesson will focus on positive employee interactions and include the following topics.
*how to teach your peers new skills and tasks
*prioritizing training/mentorship
Additional lesson topics: How to Help Your Employees Learn from Each Other; Several Strategies for Learning New Skills
10 Total Points
Lesson 4 Video
Assessment: Lesson 4 Exam
Lesson 5: How to Create a Comfortable Physical Space
This lesson will focus on creating a positive physical working space. Topics discussed include the following.
*how to create a comfortable physical space
*resources, materials, and familiar items
*lighting, and design
Additional lesson topics: 7 Ways to Improve Your Office Working Environment; Several Office Improvement Ideas to Create a Better Work Environment
10 Total Points
Lesson 5 Video
Assessment: Lesson 5 Exam
Lesson 6: How to Keep Physically and Emotionally Healthy
Topic discussed in this lesson include the following.
o how to keep physically healthy
o how to keep emotionally healthy
o supported by resources like desks, chairs, etc.
o healthy work habits
Additional lesson topics: Healthy Mind, Healthy Body: How to Stay Physically and Mentally Fit; Building Better Mental Health
9 Total Points
Lesson 6 Video
Assessment: Lesson 6 Exams
Lesson 7: How to Manage Time in Work
Topics in the lesson include the following.
* how to manage time in work
* communication (phone, email, face-to-face)
* setting work hours and boundaries
Additional lesson topics: Importance of Time Management in the Workplace; Time management techniques
9 Total Points
Lesson 7 Video
Assessment: Lesson 7 Exam
Lesson 8: How to Balance Work Expectations
* How to balance work expectations with a positive mindset where there is balance between doing one’s job and doing more than what one’s job requires will be discussed.
Additional lesson topics: The Importance of Achieving Work-Life Balance—And How to Do It; Several Key Strategies to Achieving a Work-Life Balance
10 Total Points
Lesson 8 Video
Assessment: Lesson 8 Exam
Lesson 9: How to Balance Work and Personal Life Environment
*how to Balance work and personal life environment
*work-Life Balance Theory
*parents, students, single/married, respecting all lifestyles and backgrounds
Additional lesson topics: Boundary Theory, Work/Life Balance and Mindfulness; Several steps to start improving your work-life balance
10 Total Points
Lesson 9 Video
Assessment: Lesson 9 Exam
Lesson 10: How to Enjoy Working with Others in the Work Environment
* how to enjoy working with others in work environment
* expectations
* how to spend time well
* communication's various methods, is one better than several?
* collaboration
* how interested in others’ lives
Additional lesson topics: How to Work Effectively in a Team Environment; Several Ways to Get Better at Working With Others
10 Total Points
Lesson 10 Video
Assessment: Lesson 10 Exam
Lesson 11: How to Change the Way You Respond to Others
* how to change the way you respond to others
* verbal language
* body language
Additional lesson topics: How to Control The Way You React; Change: Reacting, then responding
10 Total Points
Lesson 11 Video
Assessment: Lesson 11 Exam
Lesson 12: How to Encourage Positive Thinking
This lesson will focus on strategies to encourage positive thinking.
Additional lesson topics: What is Positive Mindset: 89 Ways to Achieve a Positive Mental Attitude; Encourage Positive Thinking In Others; Several Habits That Promote A Positive Attitude
10 Total Points
Lesson 12 Video
Assessment: Lesson 12 Exam
Lesson 13: How to Show Gratitude
This lesson will focus on the following.
* how to show gratitude
* what worth works and what it creates for a person
Additional lesson topics: 6 Easy Ways to Show Gratitude Every Day; The Value of Belonging at Work
10 Total Points
Lesson 13 Video
Assessment: Lesson 13 Exam
Lesson 14: How to Celebrate Successes and Progress
This lesson will focus on the following.
* how to celebrate successes and progress
Additional lesson topics: How to Celebrate Success at Work: A Guide for Managers; Celebrating Success in The Workplace: Tactics for Managers
11 Total Points
Lesson 14 Video
Assessment: Lesson 14 Exam
Lesson 15: How to Work in a Remote Environment
This lesson will focus on the following.
* how to work in a “Remote” environment
Additional lesson topics: A Guide to Managing Your Newly Remote Workers; Several Ways to Enable a Thriving Remote Work Environment
90 Total Points
Lesson 15 Video
Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Course Comments; Reasons for Taking this Course
Assessment: Lesson 15 Exam
Assessment: Final Exam
230
Total Course Points
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Course Title:
Creating a Positive Work Environment
Course Number:
9770599
Lessons Rating:
4.7 / 5 Stars
(113 votes)
Languages:
English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
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Availability:
This course is online and available in all 50 states including: California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Texas.
Last Updated:
September 2022
Course Type:
Self-Paced, Online Class
CEU Value:
0.8 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
CE Accreditation:
Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Grading Policy:
Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.
Assessment Method:
Lesson assignments and review exams
Instructor:
Linda Zavadil
Syllabus:
View Syllabus
Course Fee:
$95.00 U.S. dollars
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