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Certified Gender and Sexual Health Counsellor

Online Certification  ·  11 Weeks  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CGEN2)

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Executive Summary

Certified Gender and Sexual Health Counsellor

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Gender and Sexual Health Counsellor (CGEN2) 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 CGEN2 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 Gender and Sexual Health Counsellor
Acronym
CGEN2
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 Gender and Sexual Health Counsellor
Certified Gender and Sexual Health 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
Outcomes and Review
Evaluating coaching outcomes · Goal setting and behavioural change in coaching · Ethics, supervision and reflective practice · Relapse prevention planning
3
Scope, Boundary and Referral
The boundary between coaching and therapy · Ethics, supervision and reflective practice · Contracting and the three-way agreement · Budget vs actual and variance
4
The Therapeutic Alliance
The working alliance and coaching presence · Questioning, listening and the coach’s restraint · Feedback, challenge and psychological safety in coaching · Stages of change and readiness
5
Contracting and Confidentiality
Contracting and the three-way agreement · Ethics, supervision and reflective practice · The boundary between coaching and therapy · Behavioural and process addictions
6
Listening, Reflection and Restraint
Questioning, listening and the coach’s restraint · The working alliance and coaching presence · Cultural context and coaching across difference · Clinical assessment and shared formulation
7
Ethics, Supervision and Safety
Ethics, supervision and reflective practice · The boundary between coaching and therapy · The working alliance and coaching presence · Psychoeducation and workshops
8
Groups and Facilitation
Building high-performing sales teams · Coordination with teams and agencies · Managing technology teams and technical work · Professional case study and presentation
9
Behaviour and Change
Motivation and engagement · Treatment planning and review · Behaviour change and adoption of innovations · Foreign exchange and treasury operations
10
Goals and Measurement
Dashboards, metrics and management information · Assessment that measures capability · Managing performance day to day · Contract performance and exit
11
Leadership Context
Value management and business value · Workplace and organisational contexts · Decision-making and problem solving · Revenue management and yield
12
Culture and Inclusion
Financial inclusion strategy · Learning cultures and the learning organisation · Building a coaching culture · Nomination, succession and diversity
13
Client Relationships
Stakeholder mapping and collaboration · Managing difficult stakeholders · Stakeholder mapping in banking · Relationship management and cross-selling
14
Risk and Compliance
Programme governance and assurance · Governance of campaigns and spend · Managing price and discount governance · Managing growth, risk and resilience
15
Evidence and Research
Record-keeping and data protection · Evidence-based improvement · Evidence-based practice · Evidence-based practice and research literacy
16
Wellbeing and Resilience
Wellbeing and holistic health strategy · Resilience, wellbeing and stress management · Working with organisations on wellbeing · Wellbeing and resilience coaching
17
Workplace Context
Strengths, flow and engagement · Building trust and engagement · Stakeholder engagement strategy · Advocacy and policy engagement
18
Practice and Business
Digital marketing strategy and channels · Content marketing and editorial planning · The role of finance in organisations and value creation · Learning strategy and business alignment
19
Digital Delivery
Equipment and technology · Vendor selection and managing technology suppliers · Digital user experience and accessibility · Digital ethics and algorithmic accountability
20
Programme Delivery
Designing a safety programme or control · Emergency preparedness and response planning · Scenario planning and foresight · Digital, blended and low-bandwidth delivery
21
Community and Family Context
Corporate responsibility and community · Social media management: platforms, communities and algorithms · Sustainability and social impact in projects · Corporate social responsibility and community impact
22
Health Context
Measuring brand health · Health, safety and compliance in delivery · Customer and brand health metrics · Brand health and measurement
23
Standards and Quality
Quality assurance of audit · Continuous improvement of delivery · Quality assurance and standards · Continuous improvement of programmes
24
Conflict and Resistance
Negotiation with vendors · Working with conflict and change · Conflicts of interest management · Conflict resolution and mediation
25
Records and Reporting
Data quality, analysis and reporting · Professional report writing and presentation · Transaction monitoring and suspicious reporting · Professional and technical documentation
26
Coaching Practice
Measuring coaching outcomes · Coaching and developing team members · Sales enablement and coaching · Quality monitoring and coaching
27
Ethics and Safeguarding
Ethics in communications · Ethics and suitability · Ethics, confidentiality and professional conduct in HR · Data ethics, privacy and responsible analytics
28
Communication Skills
Reputation and crisis communications · Assessment and feedback online · Voice, communication and delivery · Feedback and developmental conversations
29
Development and Learning
Your one-year professional development trajectory · Web and mobile application development · Career pathways and continuing professional development · Setting professional goals and a personal development plan
30
Professional Leadership Practice
NGO financial management and budget-versus-actual discipline · Procurement and asset management under donor rules · Reinsurance and capacity management · Disruption management: delays, claims and recovery

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

  • Outcomes and Review — applied to your own work
  • Scope, Boundary and Referral — applied to your own work
  • The Therapeutic Alliance — applied to your own work
  • Contracting and Confidentiality — applied to your own work
  • Listening, Reflection and Restraint — applied to your own work
  • Ethics, Supervision and Safety — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CGEN2 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 CGEN2?

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 CGEN2 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 CGEN2 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 CGEN2 certification?

The Certified Gender and Sexual Health 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 CGEN2 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 CGEN2?

The Certified Gender and Sexual Health 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 CGEN2?

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

Can I study the CGEN2 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 CGEN2?

Graduates progress towards senior counselling, clinical and practice-leadership roles. The CGEN2 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
“

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 CGEN2 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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