Study positive health at RCSI

The Centre’s mission is to educate, nurture and discover to enhance health and well-being. We do this through the practice of positive psychology and lifestyle medicine.

Our programmes are innovative and part-time. They aim to help health and allied professionals to gain the knowledge and skills to deliver positive coaching and lifestyle interventions.

Why study positive health with RCSI?

Excellence in healthcare education

RCSI programmes are focused exclusively on the health sciences. Our curricula and approach to teaching are innovative, learner-centred and future-focused. 

Innovative curricula

Our courses blend positive psychology and integrative medicine. They provide science-based education on how lifestyle and behaviour can influence physical and mental health. 

Leading pioneering research

RCSI is pioneering leader in healthcare research and innovation. We want to address the key health and wellness challenges of our time and improve patient outcomes.  

International locations
State-of-the-art facilities

RCSI’s city centre campus is Europe’s most advanced clinical simulation facility. It is also steeped in history and provides an exciting and immersive learning experience.  

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Professional Diploma in Positive Health

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This Professional Diploma is suitable for health and education professionals, as well as other allied groups. Participants will develop an evidence-based understanding of positive health and well-being.

  • Qualification: Professional Diploma NQF Level 9
  • Format: Online learning
  • Duration: 9 months
  • Cost: €5,750

MSc in Positive Health Coaching

MSc in Positive Health Coaching

The MSc course is suitable for healthcare and allied health professionals who have experience in coaching, mentoring or management. This course covers positive psychology, positive organisational scholarship and coaching psychology.

  • Qualification: Master of Science NQF Level 9
  • Format: Blended learning
  • Duration: 2 years
  • Cost: €12,500 (EU); €25,000 (Non-EU)

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