Certificate in Universal Wellbeing Management

A program designed to enhance MANAGEMENT and wellbeing outcomes across A team.

(120 Hours)

Certificate in Universal Wellbeing Management

Program Overview 

This program empowers managers to gain the professional level understandings of Universal Wellbeing. They will also develop the capacity to enhance the wellbeing of their staff in order to improve engagement, productivity, profit levels and staff wellbeing in their workplace.

Program Aim 

To develop professional Universal Wellbeing, communication skills, planning, systems, evaluation, and resourcing capabilities along with the capacity to effectively manage staff using evidence-based strategies and approaches that measurably improve productivity, motivation, engagement, Universal Wellbeing and equity levels.

Program Outcome

Graduates will be equipped to implement wellbeing-informed professional management practices that support staff wellbeing, retention, engagement, growth and contribution to increase organizational productivity and success.

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"Lead with Impact: Support Staff Equity Through Wellbeing MANAGEMENT"

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What You’ll Learn 

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    Module 1: Universal Wellbeing Model (CUW)

    Facilitated Hours: 30 hours

    Homework Time Estimate: 30 to 40 hours

    Participants will gain a deep understanding of the UWM and learn how to apply it in diverse educational settings.

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    Module 2: Wellbeing Supporting Communication Skills (CUWM 1)

    ·        Facilitated Hours: 12 hours

    ·        Homework Time Estimate: 12 to 24 hours

    Participants will develop effective communication techniques grounded in the Universal Wellbeing Model, designed to support meaningful and safe interactions across diverse learning and organisational environments.

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    Module 3: Managing Planning, Systems & Resources (CUWM 2)

    Facilitated Hours: 12 hours
    Homework Time Estimate: 12 to 24 hours

    Participants will learn how to design and manage wellbeing-focused planning processes, systems, and resource allocation to support sustainable and equitable outcomes within their teams or educational environments.

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    Module 4: Inspiring Staff Engagement & Productivity (CUWM 3)

    Facilitated Hours: 12 hours
    Homework Time Estimate: 12 to 24 hours

    Participants will explore strategies to inspire and sustain staff engagement, motivation, and productivity using Universal Wellbeing principles, with a focus on fostering inclusive and high-performing environments.

Entry Criteria

Entry to this program is open to individuals interested in enhancing staff Universal Wellbeing. Applicants should ideally be engaged in managing a department or team in a workplace setting. All applicants must complete an enrolment form and may be interviewed before their place is confirmed in the program.

Participants must have access to a group, team or department with whom they can apply program content throughout the course duration.

Annual Program Start Dates 

Program start dates: February, April, July or October each year, or as arranged.

Program Delivery

Total Program Duration: 120 hours

Delivery Options:

  • 24-week course: 2 hours per week (online or in-person)

  • Flexible scheduling: Tailored delivery available based on enrollee needs


Investment 

NZD $4,000 (incl. GST) for the full program

"I’ve gained a solid foundational understanding of the Universal Wellbeing Model and how I can apply it in my role. I’ve learned new things to look out for when working one-on-one, as well as strategies to consider when developing wellbeing plans for a Team. The learning has helped clear some of the fog around what STAFF need and how we can respond in ways that are meaningful and measurable."

— Course Participant

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Ready to Lead Wellbeing in Your Workplace?

Take the next step in your leadership journey.
Enrol in the Certificate in Universal Wellbeing Management and gain the skills to support staff wellbeing, engagement, and equity across your organisation.

Enrol today and start your Universal Wellbeing leadership journey.

Please fill out the programme enquiry form below to enrol.

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