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Appreciative Advising Online Course

The Appreciative Advising Online Course introduces participants to the Appreciative Advising theory-to-practice framework. Participants will learn the six phases of Appreciative Advising and theory-to-practice strategies to help students build pathways toward achieving their educational goals.

By the end of the course, participants will have a deeper understanding of Appreciative Advising, be able to apply it confidently, and be inspired to create a more positive and supportive advising environment.

Dates

Cost

• Course Registration: $495
• Bundle Package: $695
  Course registration plus Certified Appreciative Adviser application fee ($75 discount on the application fee)
• Groups of four or more: 10% discount
  Contact Smita Patel at patels@fau.edu for group registration instructions

Required Book

, available through Stipes Publishing or another online bookstore
Bloom, J. L., Hutson, B. L., & He, Y. (2008). The appreciative advising revolution. Stipes Publishing.

Time Commitment

The Appreciative Advising Online Course is a six-week course in Canvas with weekly course videos, readings, discussions, and/or theory-to-practice application assignments. Participants report devoting approximately 2-3 hours each week to the course.

Optional: Participants will be invited to meet in community for two (2) one-hour interactive discussions over Zoom.

This content is also offered in the four-day Appreciative Advising Institute for participants who prefer a synchronous option.

Course Director

Heather Doyle, Director of Research, Assessment and Planning, Dalhousie University

The true value of this course lies in the active participation of its members. As participants progress through each week, they engage in meaningful dialogue on how to integrate each phase of appreciative advising into their work, fostering critical reflection and discussion. With participants and instructors from around the world, the course benefits from a diverse array of experiences and perspectives, which vividly brings the appreciative advising model to life and demonstrate its significant impact on student success. The course culminates in a capstone project, offering participants a practical opportunity to immediately apply the course concepts to their daily professional activities.

Testimonials

“The information, awareness building, and connecting theory to practice have really enhanced how I think about my work as an advisor and where I have opportunities to integrate Appreciative Advising.”

“This was a great course! I really appreciated the flexibility of the assignments and the ability to create tools and plans that applied directly to my current position. Sharing ideas with other advisors was invaluable. Thank you for enriching my understanding and helping me to improve my practice!”