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Certified Positive Psychology Counsellor

Online Certification  ·  11 Weeks  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CPOS2)

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Executive Summary

Certified Positive Psychology Counsellor

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Positive Psychology Counsellor (CPOS2) 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 CPOS2 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 Positive Psychology Counsellor
Acronym
CPOS2
Category
Counselling & Coaching
Level
Advanced
Duration
11 Weeks
Delivery Mode
100% Online
Assessment
Online Examination
Certificate
Digital + Physical
CPD Eligibility
CPD Accredited
Alumni Benefits
GLI Network Access
Self-Paced
USD 399
Live Virtual
USD 599
Target Audience

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.

1
Foundations and Professional Context of Certified Positive Psychology Counsellor
Certified Positive Psychology Counsellor: 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
Wellbeing, Mindfulness and Positive Practice
Questioning, listening and the coach’s restraint · Preparing financial statements · Strengths, flow and engagement · Feedback, challenge and psychological safety in coaching
3
Obsessive and compulsive difficulties
Building and running a coaching practice · Peer support and consultation · Duty of care and risk management · Record-keeping and data protection
4
Evaluating clinical outcomes
Professional case study and presentation · Evidence-based practice · Strengths, flow and engagement · Risk assessment and safety planning
5
Meaning, purpose and values
Meaning, purpose and values · Treatment planning and review · Managing complexity and comorbidity · Workplace and organisational contexts
6
Sustaining wellbeing practices
Communicating with families and carers · Professional writing and reports · Habits and behaviour design · Managing difficult conversations
7
Mindfulness principles and practice
Managing organisational politics · Change control and configuration · Organisational change management · Change and adoption in projects
8
Communication and Influence
Professional presentation and pitching · Negotiation with clients and partners · Media and public communication · Facilitation, training and public presentation skills
9
Change and Innovation
Designing a service or experience improvement · Digital transformation in banking · Innovation and fintech collaboration · Continuous improvement and lean banking
10
Data and Measurement
Baseline surveys and data collection tools · Yield, productivity and profitability metrics · Quality and delivery metrics · Continuous improvement and retrospectives
11
Financial Acumen
Access to finance, grants and investment · Financial and technical feasibility analysis · Project management maturity assessment · Driving measurable delivery improvement
12
Risk and Governance
Project governance and assurance · Project governance frameworks · Compliance and regulatory projects · Leading project governance
13
Stakeholders and Partners
Onboarding and induction programme design · Management and board reporting · Categories of spend and stakeholders · NGO governance, boards and registration
14
Digital and Technology
Value and benefits management · Practice management systems · Ethics of technology in practice · Agile and digital transformation projects
15
Ethics and Integrity
Fair trade and responsible supply · Ethics and treating customers fairly in insurance · Real estate regulation, licensing and professional conduct · Regulation, ethics and misinformation in media and telecoms
16
Self-Leadership
Motivation and self-directed learning · Wellbeing and holistic health strategy · Resilience, wellbeing and stress management · Self-awareness and the leader's identity
17
People Administration
Performance management in service · The sales pipeline and forecasting discipline · Performance management systems and cycles · NGO financial management and budget-versus-actual discipline
18
Customers and Markets
Customer retention, loyalty and lifetime value · Market research and customer insight methods · Digital channels and performance marketing economics · Launching a product into a market
19
Projects and Delivery
Realising and measuring project value · Capstone scoping: a real project or programme · Designing the project plan and schedule · Project initiation and chartering
20
Inclusion and Culture
Learning cultures and the learning organisation · Building a learning culture · Building a coaching culture · Nomination, succession and diversity
21
Legal and Policy
Advocacy and policy engagement · Regulatory compliance and market requirements · Regulatory and fair-treatment obligations · The regulatory landscape and central banking
22
Cross-Cultural Leadership
Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams · Key global frameworks: FAO, GlobalG.A.P., SDGs and national strategies · Cross-cultural communication · Earned value management
23
Suppliers and Partners
Sustainable procurement principles and standards · Procurement and stock management for health commodities · Subcontractor and supplier management · Quality control and continuous improvement
24
Sustainability
Corporate social responsibility communications · Stress and psychosocial risk · Sustainability, ESG and integrated value · Backlogs, user stories and prioritisation
25
Public and Community Context
Public, private and non-profit governance · Corporate responsibility and community · Public health programmes: prevention and outreach · Proposal development and donor reporting
26
Knowledge and Learning
Lessons learned and knowledge management · Professional documentation and presentation · Communication planning and management · Complaint data and learning
27
Leadership and Management
Strategic decision-making under uncertainty · Team formation and effectiveness models (Tuckman, Lencioni) · Delegation and empowerment · Managing team performance and dynamics
28
People and Capability
Attachment and developmental theory · Lessons learned and development · Measuring coaching outcomes · Building trust and engagement
29
Strategy and Direction
Scaling technologies and business models · Managing expectations and influence · Negotiation and conflict management · Customer service and CX strategy
30
Operations and Delivery
Event planning timelines, run sheets and production schedules · Capacity planning and line balancing · Event risk, safety and contingency planning · Mine planning and methods: surface and underground

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

  • Wellbeing, Mindfulness and Positive Practice — applied to your own work
  • Obsessive and compulsive difficulties — applied to your own work
  • Evaluating clinical outcomes — applied to your own work
  • Meaning, purpose and values — applied to your own work
  • Sustaining wellbeing practices — applied to your own work
  • Mindfulness principles and practice — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CPOS2 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 CPOS2?

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 CPOS2 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 CPOS2 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 CPOS2 certification?

The Certified Positive Psychology Counsellor 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 CPOS2 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 CPOS2?

The Certified Positive Psychology Counsellor 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 CPOS2?

The Certified Positive Psychology Counsellor carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CPOS2 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 CPOS2?

Graduates progress towards senior counselling, clinical and practice-leadership roles. The CPOS2 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

“

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 CPOS2 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
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