How long does this certification take?

The programme takes 11 Weeks and can be completed self-paced or with live virtual sessions.

Is this certification globally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications carry CPD credits and are internationally recognised.

What level is this certification?

This is a Advanced Level certification.

Email info@certifications.ac, WhatsApp +254 722 223 084, or fill in the enrolment form on this page.

What is included in the fee?

All study materials, study guide, examination, digital certificate and badge. Live option adds tutor sessions and priority support.

Certified Narrative Therapy and Storytelling Practitioner in United Arab Emirates

Executive Summary

Certified Narrative Therapy and Storytelling Practitioner

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Narrative Therapy and Storytelling Practitioner (CNAR2) delivers a rigorous Advanced-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in counselling, coaching and psychological wellbeing.

This 11 Weeks programme is structured around recognised counselling, coaching and ethical practice standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CNAR2 holders are recognised by leading organisations across Africa, the Gulf, Europe and the Americas as qualified, results-driven professionals. Whether you are advancing your current career or transitioning into new responsibilities, this certification provides the competitive edge you need in 2026 and beyond.

Programme Overview

Certification at a Glance

Certification

Certified Narrative Therapy and Storytelling Practitioner

Acronym

CNAR2

Who Should Enrol?

Counsellors and Therapists
Coaches and Wellbeing Practitioners
Social and Community Workers
Helping-Profession Practitioners

Programme Inclusions

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

All study materials and study guide
Access to GLI online learning portal
Online examination and assessment
Digital certificate and digital badge
Physical certificate (shipped to you)
CPD credits for professional bodies
GLI alumni network membership
Facilitator and tutor support
Resource downloads and reference library
Automatic enrolment confirmation

Certification Benefits

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Career Advancement

Accelerate your career towards senior counselling, clinical and practice-leadership roles

Professional Recognition

Credential aligned with recognised counselling, coaching and ethical practice standards

Leadership Capability

Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex counselling functions

Organisational Impact

Design and implement counselling systems that drive performance and measurable results

Compliance Readiness

Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to counselling

Global Employability

Qualify for counselling roles across clinics, NGOs, schools, community organisations and private practice worldwide

Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Counselling Theories, Models and Approaches

✦Assessment, Case Formulation and Treatment Planning

✦Therapeutic Skills, Alliance and Communication

✦Specialised Populations and Presenting Concerns

✦Coaching, Wellbeing and Positive Psychology

✦Professional Ethics and Governance

Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

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Foundations and Professional Context of Certified Narrative Therapy and Storytelling Practitioner

Certified Narrative Therapy and Storytelling Practitioner: industry context, trends and professional standards · The helping relationship and its purpose · History and scope of counselling and coaching · Professional roles, boundaries and settings

2

Intake and clinical assessment

The working alliance and coaching presence · Reporting quality and governance · Risk assessment and safety planning · The boundary between coaching and therapy

3

Case formulation and hypotheses

Mentoring, sponsorship and developmental relationships · Risk assessment and safety planning · Lessons learned and development · Ethics, supervision and reflective practice

4

Risk assessment and safety planning

Building and running a coaching practice · Practice management systems · Goal setting and contracting · Family intervention planning

5

Diagnosis awareness and screening

Writing advisory reports that drive decisions · Goal setting and contracting · Treatment planning and review · Project roles and the project manager

6

Goal setting and contracting

Goal setting and contracting · Treatment planning and review · Managing organisational politics · Compliance and regulatory projects

7

Treatment planning and review

Treatment planning and review · Innovation and continuous delivery · Managing complexity and comorbidity · Agile and digital transformation projects

8

Suppliers and Partners

Contractor and visitor safety · Contractor safety and shared workplaces · Procurement and supply chain: scope and value · The procurement cycle and operating models

9

Sustainability

Social media customer care · Sustainable and green banking · Emerging assurance areas (ESG) · Corporate social responsibility communications

10

Public and Community Context

Media and public communication · Continuous improvement and retrospectives · Facilitation, training and public presentation skills · Contract oversight in the public sector

11

Knowledge and Learning

Project management maturity assessment · Record-keeping and data protection · Data, records and confidentiality tech · Lessons learned and knowledge management

12

Leadership and Management

The two-year horizon: expertise, leadership and professional standing · Revenue management and yield · Key account management strategy · Renewals and churn management

13

People and Capability

Language and communication training · Creativity and critical-thinking development · Leadership and management development · Coaching models and frameworks (GROW)

14

Strategy and Direction

Go-to-market and channel strategy · Brand and reputation as strategic assets · Growth strategy and demand generation · Measuring growth and transformation impact

15

Operations and Delivery

Relapse prevention planning · Workforce planning and scheduling · Content marketing and editorial planning · Reconciliation and end-of-day processes

16

Communication and Influence

Negotiation and conflict resolution · Executive communication and presence · Cross-cultural communication · Giving and receiving feedback

17

Change and Innovation

Driving measurable safety improvement · Continuous environmental improvement · Management review and improvement · Certification and continual improvement

18

Data and Measurement

Evidence, judgement and scepticism · Logistics KPIs and cost control · Warehouse performance metrics · Performance monitoring and KPIs

19

Financial Acumen

Preparing financial statements · Financial reporting frameworks (IFRS/GAAP) · Interpreting financial statements · Budget vs actual and variance

20

Risk and Governance

Quality control and continuous improvement · Integrated risk and quality control · Programme governance and assurance · Governance of campaigns and spend

21

Stakeholders and Partners

Building strategic relationships and coalitions · Board and investor engagement · Categories of spend and stakeholders · Internal customers and business partnering

22

Digital and Technology

Customer service technology stack · Technology selection and integration · Emerging service technologies · Email marketing and automation

23

Ethics and Integrity

Ethics and responsible leadership · Professional standards and ethics (CIPS) · Sustainability and responsible sourcing · Transparency, fairness and value for money

24

Self-Leadership

Resilience, wellbeing and stress management · Self-awareness and the leader's identity · Working with organisations on wellbeing · Wellbeing and resilience coaching

25

People Administration

Capacity and performance management · The customer experience (CX) discipline · Loyalty programmes and rewards · Performance management in service

26

Customers and Markets

Responsible and ethical service · Service KPIs: CSAT, NPS, CES, SLAs · Driving measurable service improvement · Designing voice-of-customer programmes

27

Projects and Delivery

Business case and requirements · Leading security projects and change · Programme cycle management in NGOs · Telehealth and digital care delivery

28

Inclusion and Culture

Delivery, quality and stakeholder plan · Monitoring, control and reporting · Policy, institutions and the enabling environment for agriculture · Gender, youth and social inclusion in agricultural development

29

Legal and Policy

Regulatory and fair-treatment obligations · The regulatory landscape and central banking · Regulatory duty and accountability · Regulatory compliance and central-bank rules

30

Cross-Cultural Leadership

Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams · Key global frameworks: FAO, GlobalG.A.P., SDGs and national strategies · Trend analysis and foresight · Segmentation and needs analysis

Every module opens in the learning portal with its full lesson set, worked examples, further reading and video masterclasses. 30 modules · 150 lessons.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Achieve

Intake and clinical assessment — applied to your own work
Case formulation and hypotheses — applied to your own work
Risk assessment and safety planning — applied to your own work
Diagnosis awareness and screening — applied to your own work
Goal setting and contracting — applied to your own work
Treatment planning and review — applied to your own work

Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CNAR2 certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with recognised counselling, coaching and ethical practice standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CNAR2?

This certification is ideal for Counsellors and Therapists, Coaches and Wellbeing Practitioners, Social and Community Workers and Helping-Profession Practitioners, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in counselling, coaching and psychological wellbeing with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CNAR2 certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 11 Weeks and offers flexible learning modes. Self-paced learners can progress at their own schedule, while live virtual participants follow a structured cohort schedule with facilitator-led sessions.

Is the CNAR2 internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with recognised counselling, coaching and ethical practice standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CNAR2 certification?

The Certified Narrative Therapy and Storytelling Practitioner is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 399 and Live Virtual at USD 599. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CNAR2 certification include?

Enrolment includes all study materials and study guides, access to GLI's online learning portal, online examination, digital certificate and badge, physical certificate (posted), CPD credits, GLI alumni network membership, and ongoing facilitator support.

What is the assessment format for the CNAR2?

The Certified Narrative Therapy and Storytelling Practitioner is assessed through an online examination consisting of multiple-choice questions, case study analysis, and practical application assignments. The assessment is designed to evaluate real-world competency, not just theoretical recall.

What CPD credits do I earn from the CNAR2?

The Certified Narrative Therapy and Storytelling Practitioner carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CNAR2 while working full-time?

Absolutely. The self-paced option is designed for busy working professionals and allows you to study when and where it suits you. Live virtual sessions are typically scheduled in the evenings or on weekends to accommodate professional commitments.

What career outcomes can I expect from the CNAR2?

Graduates progress towards senior counselling, clinical and practice-leadership roles. The CNAR2 strengthens your expertise in counselling, coaching and psychological wellbeing and positions you for advancement across clinics, NGOs, schools, community organisations and private practice.

Graduate Voices

What Our Alumni Say

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The curriculum was directly applicable to my daily work. I immediately applied what I learned and saw results within weeks of completing the programme.

Clinical Lead

Private Sector

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GLI's certification is the most practical professional programme I have attended. The international frameworks gave me credibility with my employer and clients.

Senior Counsellor

NGO Sector

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I earned my CNAR2 while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Wellbeing Programme Manager

Government

Certified Narrative Therapy and Storytelling Practitioner

Certified Narrative Therapy and Storytelling Practitioner

Certification at a Glance

Who Should Enrol?

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Core Competencies You Will Develop

Programme Modules

What You Will Achieve

How to Get Certified

Common Questions

What Our Alumni Say

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