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 Drug and Substance Trafficking Prevention Expert (CD...

Executive Summary

Certified Drug and Substance Trafficking Prevention Expert

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Drug and Substance Trafficking Prevention Expert (CDRG) 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 CDRG 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 Drug and Substance Trafficking Prevention Expert

Acronym

CDRG

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 Drug and Substance Trafficking Prevention Expert

Certified Drug and Substance Trafficking Prevention Expert: 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

Change, Motivation and Recovery Support

Contracting and the three-way agreement · Scope of practice, referral and the clinical boundary · Risk, safeguarding and the limits of confidentiality · The working alliance and coaching presence

3

Change talk and readiness

Feedback, challenge and psychological safety in coaching · Goal setting and action planning · Preparing financial statements · Mentoring, sponsorship and developmental relationships

4

Accountability and follow-through

Cultural context and coaching across difference · Wellbeing and resilience coaching · Measuring coaching outcomes · Building and running a coaching practice

5

Trauma and post-traumatic stress

Duty of care and risk management · Record-keeping and data protection · Complaints, accountability and fitness to practise · Legal responsibilities and professional bodies

6

Crisis intervention

Risk assessment and safety planning · Goal setting and contracting · Treatment planning and review · Record keeping, notes and professional documentation

7

Informed consent and capacity

Professional writing and reports · Managing difficult conversations · Building trust and engagement · Family intervention planning

8

Digital and Technology

Bridging business and technology · Capstone scoping: a real technology problem · Designing a technical solution or system · Ethical and responsible technology

9

Ethics and Integrity

Values-based living · Ethics and duty of care · Professional standards and ethics (CIPS) · Marketing and sales ethics

10

Self-Leadership

Coaching for resilience and wellbeing · Working with organisations on wellbeing · Servant leadership and self-organising teams · AI and personalisation in marketing

11

People Administration

The business analysis discipline and role · CRM, sales operations and data discipline · Performance management systems and cycles · NGO financial management and budget-versus-actual discipline

12

Customers and Markets

Presenting recommendations to senior decision-makers · Automotive marketing and lead generation · Tariffs, regulation and the economics of essential services · The automotive market: segments, brands and buyers

13

Projects and Delivery

Programme cycle management in NGOs · Telehealth and digital care delivery · The vehicle sales process from enquiry to delivery · Pricing, value articulation and professional fees

14

Inclusion and Culture

Nomination, succession and diversity · The business case for diversity and inclusion · Safety culture, leadership and behaviour · Team diversity and inclusion

15

Legal and Policy

Regulatory awareness (GDPR and beyond) · Vendor, contract and asset management · Islamic finance principles and contracts · Contract law and formation

16

Cross-Cultural Leadership

Cross-cultural communication · Key global frameworks: FAO, GlobalG.A.P., SDGs and national strategies · Expanding into regional and export markets · The business case for productivity, quality and sustainability

17

Suppliers and Partners

Public procurement frameworks and principles · Governance of procurement decisions · Responsible and sustainable procurement · Procurement and asset management under donor rules

18

Sustainability

Trends: ESG, transparency and stakeholder capitalism · ESG principles and frameworks · Sustainability strategy and materiality · Governance of ESG and reporting

19

Public and Community Context

Group dynamics, facilitation and community mobilisation · Contract oversight in the public sector · Corporate responsibility and community · Proposal development and donor reporting

20

Knowledge and Learning

Learning technology, platforms and blended design · Knowledge management: capture, retention and continuity · Health records, data and confidentiality · Data, records and confidentiality tech

21

Leadership and Management

Innovation management and R&D · IT financial management and value · Wealth management, suitability and client advice · Campaign execution and management

22

People and Capability

Coaching and quality monitoring · Training and capability building · Coaching for performance · Assurance engagements and standards

23

Strategy and Direction

Hedging strategies and instruments · Growth, lactation and productivity · Strategic analysis: PESTLE, SWOT and Porter’s Five Forces · Setting and communicating strategic direction

24

Operations and Delivery

Group facilitation and group process · Range planning and category management · Capacity planning and line balancing · Event risk, safety and contingency planning

25

Communication and Influence

Property viewings, offers and negotiation to close · Communicating financial results · Professional case study and presentation · Managing expectations and influence

26

Change and Innovation

Continuous improvement cycles · Driving measurable safety improvement · Certification and continual improvement · Evidence-based improvement

27

Data and Measurement

Logistics KPIs and cost control · Warehouse performance metrics · Performance monitoring and KPIs · Cloud and data security

28

Financial Acumen

Impact, blended and concessional finance · Measuring IT value and performance · SACCOs, cooperatives and member-owned finance · Deposit protection and consumer financial protection

29

Risk and Governance

Customs, clearing and compliance · Corporate governance principles and purpose · Governance and accountability · Working with a board and governance

30

Stakeholders and Partners

Wealth, SME and corporate relationships · Stakeholder and gap analysis · Stakeholder mapping and business partnering · Influencer and partnership communications

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

Change, Motivation and Recovery Support — applied to your own work
Change talk and readiness — applied to your own work
Accountability and follow-through — applied to your own work
Trauma and post-traumatic stress — applied to your own work
Crisis intervention — applied to your own work
Informed consent and capacity — applied to your own work

Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CDRG 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 CDRG?

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 CDRG 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 CDRG 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 CDRG certification?

The Certified Drug and Substance Trafficking Prevention Expert 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 CDRG 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 CDRG?

The Certified Drug and Substance Trafficking Prevention Expert 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 CDRG?

The Certified Drug and Substance Trafficking Prevention Expert carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CDRG 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 CDRG?

Graduates progress towards senior counselling, clinical and practice-leadership roles. The CDRG 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 CDRG 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 Drug and Substance Trafficking Prevention Expert

Certified Drug and Substance Trafficking Prevention Expert

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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