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Certified Happiness and Wellbeing Coach

Online Certification  ·  10 Weeks  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CHWC)

✅ 2026 Edition 🎓 CPD Accredited 🌍 100+ Countries 📜 Digital + Physical Certificate 100% Online
Executive Summary

Certified Happiness and Wellbeing Coach

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Happiness and Wellbeing Coach (CHWC) 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 CHWC 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 Happiness and Wellbeing Coach
Acronym
CHWC
Category
Counselling & Coaching
Level
Intermediate
Duration
10 Weeks
Delivery Mode
100% Online
Assessment
Online Examination
Certificate
Digital + Physical
CPD Eligibility
CPD Accredited
Alumni Benefits
GLI Network Access
Self-Paced
USD 349
Live Virtual
USD 549
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 Happiness and Wellbeing Coach
Certified Happiness and Wellbeing Coach: 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
Life Coaching and the Therapy Boundary
Career, transition and life coaching · What coaching is and is not · Analytical techniques and bias · Listening, questioning and the coaching presence
3
Supervision, ethics and the coach’s own development
Supervision, ethics and the coach’s own development · Evidencing coaching impact · Building a coaching practice · Strengths-based coaching
4
Foundations of positive psychology
Psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches · Strengths, flow and engagement · Attachment and developmental theory · AI and adaptive learning
5
Meaning, purpose and values
Meaning, purpose and values · Ethical frameworks and codes of practice · Complaints, accountability and fitness to practise · Building and running a coaching practice
6
Preventive and public mental health
Legal responsibilities and professional bodies · Client feedback and satisfaction · Evidence-based improvement · Cultural context and coaching across difference
7
Preventive mental health
Goal setting and contracting · Treatment planning and review · Managing complexity and comorbidity · Workplace and organisational contexts
8
Financial Acumen
Financial storytelling and data visualisation · Leading finance projects and change · Team leadership within finance · Finance transformation and target operating models
9
Risk and Governance
Audit and compliance checks · Threat and risk assessment for principals · Travel risk management · Programme governance
10
Stakeholders and Partners
Offer management, negotiation and pre-boarding · The HR operating model and business partnering · Strategic customer relationships · Dashboards, reporting and the metric that misleads
11
Digital and Technology
Security technology selection and operation · Digital tax administration · Vendor selection and managing technology suppliers · Digital user experience and accessibility
12
Ethics and Integrity
Legal and ethical protection · Security ethics, use of force and accountability · Ethics in tax practice · Ethics, transparency and reputation
13
Self-Leadership
Motivation and self-directed learning · Employee and manager self-service · Wellbeing and holistic health strategy · Resilience, wellbeing and stress management
14
People Administration
Employee relations, discipline and fair process · NGO financial management and budget-versus-actual discipline · The customer experience (CX) discipline · Loyalty programmes and rewards
15
Customers and Markets
Digital and market transformation · Agribusiness marketing, branding and export readiness · Digital advisory, e-extension and mobile services · Regulatory compliance and market requirements
16
Projects and Delivery
Voice of the customer programmes · Leading service projects and change · Banking products, services and delivery channels · Leading banking projects and change
17
Inclusion and Culture
Access to finance, grants and investment · Building trust and engagement · Leading groups and workshops · Behavioural and process addictions
18
Legal and Policy
Regulatory compliance and professional duty · Payroll, statutory deductions and employment cost · The regulatory and legal environment · Regulatory change management
19
Cross-Cultural Leadership
Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams · Expanding into regional and export markets · Cross-cultural communication · International and cross-border tax
20
Suppliers and Partners
Risk, protective and social factors · Water supply systems: sources, treatment and distribution · Stages of change and readiness · Vendor, venue and supplier contracting for events
21
Sustainability
Sustainability standards (GRI, ISSB) · Corporate social responsibility and ESG · Recovery capital and community · Sustainability and environmental duty
22
Public and Community Context
Public speaking and thought leadership · Corporate responsibility and community · Public health programmes: prevention and outreach · Proposal development and donor reporting
23
Knowledge and Learning
Instructional design and blended learning · Knowledge management and capability building · Learning transfer and capability building · Incident reporting and record-keeping
24
Leadership and Management
Professional standards in the field · Disruption management: delays, claims and recovery · Property management and facility operations · Projects, programmes and portfolios
25
People and Capability
Assurance engagements and standards · Message development and testing · Supplier development and innovation · Engagement and motivation
26
Strategy and Direction
Turning strategy into results · Communicating vision and telling stories · Digital transformation and IT strategy · Category management and strategy development
27
Operations and Delivery
Emergency preparedness and response planning · Project roles and the project manager · Design review and quality · Organisational design and operating models
28
Communication and Influence
Voice of the customer and feedback · Negotiation tactics and behaviours · Communication during crises · Communications and coordination
29
Change and Innovation
Designing a service or experience improvement · Innovation and fintech collaboration · Continuous improvement and lean banking · Driving measurable banking improvement
30
Data and Measurement
Marketing analytics and attribution · Web and campaign analytics · Customer data platforms and segmentation · Web, campaign and funnel analytics

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

  • Life Coaching and the Therapy Boundary — applied to your own work
  • Supervision, ethics and the coach’s own development — applied to your own work
  • Foundations of positive psychology — applied to your own work
  • Meaning, purpose and values — applied to your own work
  • Preventive and public mental health — applied to your own work
  • Preventive mental health — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CHWC 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 CHWC?

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 CHWC 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 CHWC 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 CHWC certification?

The Certified Happiness and Wellbeing Coach 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 CHWC 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 CHWC?

The Certified Happiness and Wellbeing Coach 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 CHWC?

The Certified Happiness and Wellbeing Coach carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CHWC 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 CHWC?

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

I earned my CHWC 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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