What is the Certified Mental Health Counselor?

The Certified Mental Health Counselor is a globally recognised professional certification by the Global Leadership Institute (GLI), designed to equip professionals with advanced competencies in Occupational Health & Safety.

How long does this certification take?

The programme is 10 Weeks and can be completed at your own pace through our self-paced online option, or alongside live virtual sessions.

Is this certification globally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are internationally recognised and carry CPD credits, making them valuable for career advancement worldwide.

What level is this certification?

This is a Intermediate Level certification, suitable for professionals with relevant experience or background in the field.

You can enrol by emailing info@certifications.ac, contacting us via WhatsApp at +254 722 223 084, or filling the enrolment form below.

Certified Mental Health Counselor (CMHC)

Executive Summary

Certified Mental Health Counselor

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Mental Health Counselor (CMHC) delivers a rigorous Intermediate-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in counselling, coaching and psychological wellbeing.

This 10 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 CMHC 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 Mental Health Counselor

Acronym

CMHC

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 Mental Health Counselor

Certified Mental Health Counselor: 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

Choosing and adapting approaches

Contracting and the three-way agreement · Financial reporting frameworks (IFRS/GAAP) · Interpreting financial statements · The working alliance and coaching presence

3

Integrative and pluralistic practice

Complaints, accountability and fitness to practise · Evidence-based practice · Legal responsibilities and professional bodies · Practitioner wellbeing and vicarious trauma

4

Working within competence

Designing an intervention or programme · Professional case study and presentation · Workplace and organisational contexts · Recovery capital and community

5

Diagnosis awareness and screening

Ethics of technology in practice · Goal setting and contracting · Treatment planning and review · Therapeutic modalities and choosing an approach

6

Managing complexity and comorbidity

Managing complexity and comorbidity · Managing difficult conversations · Building trust and engagement · Leading groups and workshops

7

Depression and low mood

Professional standards in the field · Writing advisory reports that drive decisions · Project management standards (PMI, PRINCE2) · Project roles and the project manager

8

Digital and Technology

Artificial insemination and reproductive technologies · Digital and alternative-data credit · Digital financial services · System performance and tuning

9

Ethics and Integrity

Anti-corruption and financial-crime ethics · Responsible and sustainable banking · Data ethics and customer privacy · Bribery, corruption and conduct risk

10

Self-Leadership

Workplace wellbeing and organisational psychological safety · Supervision, reflective practice and practitioner sustainability · Communication and interpersonal skills · Data-driven and personalised banking

11

People Administration

The customer experience (CX) discipline · Loyalty programmes and rewards · Performance management in service · Reward strategy and total reward frameworks

12

Customers and Markets

Setting objectives and marketing KPIs · Marketing and sales: scope, roles and value · The marketing concept and customer orientation · The marketing mix and the 7 Ps

13

Projects and Delivery

Voice, communication and delivery · Continuous improvement of programmes · Project management principles and lifecycle · Cost reduction and efficiency programmes

14

Inclusion and Culture

Team diversity and inclusion · Creating a coaching culture · Scaling delivery capability · Brand strategy, identity and equity

15

Legal and Policy

Legal and regulatory responsibility · Environmental legal compliance · Legal, cost and feasibility analysis · Contractor and visitor safety

16

Cross-Cultural Leadership

Key global frameworks: FAO, GlobalG.A.P., SDGs and national strategies · Expanding into regional and export markets · Cross-cultural communication · Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams

17

Suppliers and Partners

Procurement and stock management for health commodities · Quality and delivery metrics · Continuous improvement and retrospectives · Water supply systems: sources, treatment and distribution

18

Sustainability

Responsible and sustainable governance · Sustainability strategy and materiality · Environmental governance and climate risk · Governance of ESG and reporting

19

Public and Community Context

Community and lifelong learning · Public, private and non-profit governance · Corporate responsibility and community · Public health programmes: prevention and outreach

20

Knowledge and Learning

Record-keeping and data protection · Data, records and confidentiality tech · Lessons learned and knowledge management · Professional documentation and presentation

21

Leadership and Management

SME portfolio management · Upgrades and roadmap management · Theories and models of leadership and management · Safety management systems (ISO 45001)

22

People and Capability

Project budgeting and financial control · High-potential identification and talent reviews · Managing resistance and engagement · Worker engagement and empowerment

23

Strategy and Direction

Manufacturing strategies: make-to-stock, make-to-order and batch versus flow · Solvency, capital and prudential supervision · Content strategy across platforms · Projects, programmes and portfolios

24

Operations and Delivery

Strategic workforce planning and demand forecasting · Succession planning and talent pipelines · Emergency preparedness and response planning · Scenario planning and foresight

25

Communication and Influence

Stakeholder communications · Communications strategy and planning · Internal communications · Questioning, listening and the coach’s restraint

26

Change and Innovation

Quality control and continuous improvement · Measuring growth and transformation impact · Continuous improvement and optimisation · Soil chemistry, pH and cation exchange capacity

27

Data and Measurement

Project data, reporting and analytics · AI and predictive project analytics · Marketing and sales KPIs and dashboards · Funnel, pipeline and conversion metrics

28

Financial Acumen

The banking system, intermediation and financial markets · Financial statement and cash-flow analysis · Retention, loyalty and lifetime value · Investment portfolio management

29

Risk and Governance

Ground control and strata management · Realising and measuring project value · Underwriting principles and risk selection · Vehicle documentation, compliance and consumer protection

30

Stakeholders and Partners

Relationship management and retention · Stakeholder mapping and collaboration · Managing difficult stakeholders · Customer onboarding and lifecycle

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

Choosing and adapting approaches — applied to your own work
Integrative and pluralistic practice — applied to your own work
Working within competence — applied to your own work
Diagnosis awareness and screening — applied to your own work
Managing complexity and comorbidity — applied to your own work
Depression and low mood — applied to your own work

Enrolment Process

How to Get Certified

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CMHC 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 CMHC?

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 CMHC 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 CMHC 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 CMHC certification?

The Certified Mental Health Counselor is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 349 and Live Virtual at USD 549. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CMHC 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 CMHC?

The Certified Mental Health Counselor 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 CMHC?

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

Can I study the CMHC 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 CMHC?

Graduates progress towards senior counselling, clinical and practice-leadership roles. The CMHC 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 CMHC 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 Mental Health Counselor

Certified Mental Health Counselor

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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