How long does this certification take?

The programme takes 10 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 Intermediate 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 Ergonomics and Workplace Wellness Expert (CERG)

Executive Summary

Certified Ergonomics and Workplace Wellness Expert

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Ergonomics and Workplace Wellness Expert (CERG) delivers a rigorous Intermediate-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in occupational safety, health and workplace wellbeing.

This 10 Weeks programme is structured around ISO 45001, OSHA and recognised occupational health and safety standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CERG 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 Ergonomics and Workplace Wellness Expert

Acronym

CERG

Who Should Enrol?

Safety and Health Officers
HSE Managers and Supervisors
Site and Operations Safety Leads
Risk and Compliance 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 HSE and safety-leadership roles

Professional Recognition

Credential aligned with ISO 45001, OSHA and recognised occupational health and safety standards

Leadership Capability

Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex occupational safety functions

Organisational Impact

Design and implement occupational safety systems that drive performance and measurable results

Compliance Readiness

Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to occupational safety

Global Employability

Qualify for occupational safety roles across construction, energy, manufacturing, marine and industrial operations worldwide

Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment

✦Occupational Health, Hygiene and Wellbeing

✦Safety Management Systems and Compliance

✦Incident Investigation and Emergency Preparedness

✦Safety Culture, Training and Behaviour

✦Professional Ethics and Governance

Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1

Foundations and Strategic Context of Certified Ergonomics and Workplace Wellness Expert

Certified Ergonomics and Workplace Wellness Expert: industry context, trends and professional standards · Occupational safety and health principles · The business and moral case for HSE · HSE roles, responsibilities and competence

2

Exposure Monitoring and Health Surveillance

The hierarchy of control · Assessing workplace risk and selecting effective controls · Statutory HSE duties, enforcement and liability · Occupational health, exposure and health surveillance

3

Manual handling and ergonomics

Preparing financial statements · Construction and site safety · Financial reporting frameworks (IFRS/GAAP) · Inspection, testing and maintenance

4

Process safety and major-accident hazards

Assets, liabilities and equity reporting · Transport, driving and fleet safety · Contractor and visitor safety · Fire safety in building design

5

Contractor and visitor safety

Contractor and visitor safety · Interpreting financial statements · Hazard identification techniques · Incident investigation and root cause

6

Hazard identification techniques

Hazard identification techniques · Risk assessment methodology and matrices · Job safety analysis (JSA) and task risk · Integrity in reporting and investigation

7

Job safety analysis

Job safety analysis (JSA) and task risk · Integrated and sustainability reporting · Reporting quality and governance · Waste, effluent and emissions

8

Projects and Delivery

Wellness programmes and promotion · Continuous improvement programmes · Public administration, service delivery and citizen engagement · Programme learning, adaptation and knowledge use

9

Inclusion and Culture

Building a proactive safety culture · Safety leadership, culture and behavioural safety · Inclusive learning and accessibility · Ratio and trend analysis

10

Legal and Policy

Contractor HSE management and site coordination · Contractor safety and shared workplaces · Regulatory liquidity ratios (LCR, NSFR) · Contract law and formation

11

Cross-Cultural Leadership

Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams · Cross-cultural communication · Cross-cultural and global leadership · Global sourcing and international trade

12

Suppliers and Partners

Procurement and stock management for health commodities · Subcontractor and supplier management · Reporting automation · Communicating financial results

13

Sustainability

Stress and psychosocial risk · Environmental aspects, impacts and compliance obligations · Sustainable and green banking · Control environment and risk assessment

14

Public and Community Context

Media and public communication · Corporate social responsibility and community impact · Group dynamics, facilitation and community mobilisation · Customer and community engagement

15

Knowledge and Learning

Incident causation, investigation and learning · Professional documentation and presentation · Ethical principles and codes of practice · Extension method and farmer-led learning

16

Leadership and Management

Absence and health management · Theories and models of leadership and management · Project management principles and lifecycle · Risk management planning

17

People and Capability

Stakeholder mapping and engagement · Measuring development impact · Feedback and developmental conversations · Measuring coaching and mentoring impact

18

Strategy and Direction

Solvency, capital and prudential supervision · Content strategy across platforms · Projects, programmes and portfolios · Business case and strategic alignment

19

Operations and Delivery

Automation, RPA and straight-through processing · Risk-based audit planning · Competitive bidding processes · Campaign planning and the content calendar

20

Communication and Influence

Internal communications · Negotiation and closing commercial deals · Voice of the customer and acting on feedback · Professional report and presentation

21

Change and Innovation

Customer experience transformation · Digital and self-service transformation · Innovation in service delivery · Measuring CX transformation impact

22

Data and Measurement

Retail performance metrics: sales densities, conversion and basket · Comparable sales analysis and market evidence · Analytical techniques and bias · Data visualisation for finance

23

Financial Acumen

Investment appraisal and risk · Financial management and cash flow · Cost recovery and tariffs · The value of customer-centricity

24

Risk and Governance

Permit to work and high-risk task control · Governance of service standards · Governance of the CX programme · Corporate governance in banks

25

Stakeholders and Partners

Sustaining ethical, effective practice · Categories of spend and stakeholders · Internal customers and business partnering · Influencing and negotiation with stakeholders

26

Digital and Technology

Quality management systems and audits · Digital marketplaces and e-commerce · System operation and performance · Self-service and digital support

27

Ethics and Integrity

Ethics and transparency in tax · Embedding responsible business · Ethics, confidentiality and professional conduct in HR · Embedding values and behaviours

28

Self-Leadership

Working with organisations on wellbeing · Wellbeing and resilience coaching · AI and personalisation in marketing · Setting professional goals and a personal development plan

29

People Administration

Reward strategy and total reward frameworks · Performance management systems and KPIs · Capacity and performance management · Performance management in service

30

Customers and Markets

Queue management and service flow · Customer experience strategy · Customer journey mapping · Voice of the customer programmes

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

Exposure Monitoring and Health Surveillance — applied to your own work
Manual handling and ergonomics — applied to your own work
Process safety and major-accident hazards — applied to your own work
Contractor and visitor safety — applied to your own work
Hazard identification techniques — applied to your own work
Job safety analysis — applied to your own work

Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CERG certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with ISO 45001, OSHA and recognised occupational health and safety standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CERG?

This certification is ideal for Safety and Health Officers, HSE Managers and Supervisors, Site and Operations Safety Leads and Risk and Compliance Practitioners, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in occupational safety, health and workplace wellbeing with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CERG certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 10 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 CERG internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with ISO 45001, OSHA and recognised occupational health and safety standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CERG certification?

The Certified Ergonomics and Workplace Wellness 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 CERG 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 CERG?

The Certified Ergonomics and Workplace Wellness 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 CERG?

The Certified Ergonomics and Workplace Wellness Expert carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CERG 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 CERG?

Graduates progress towards senior HSE and safety-leadership roles. The CERG strengthens your expertise in occupational safety, health and workplace wellbeing and positions you for advancement across construction, energy, manufacturing, marine and industrial operations.

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.

HSE Director

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.

Safety Manager

NGO Sector

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

Site Safety Lead

Government

Certified Ergonomics and Workplace Wellness Expert

Certified Ergonomics and Workplace Wellness 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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