Certificate in Community Universal Wellbeing Leadership
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Develop the professional capabilities to lead community initiatives, strengthen partnerships and deliver measurable Universal Wellbeing improvements.
DURATION
150 hours
DELIVERY
Online or In-Person
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PROGRAMME FEE
NZ$4,000 incl. GST
View programme content, learning outcomes, delivery, entry requirements and fees.
2027 START DATES
February / April / July / October
Programme overview
The Certificate in Community Universal Wellbeing Leadership prepares community workers, volunteers and emerging leaders to lead positive, co-designed change with the communities they serve.
Designed for those working across not-for-profit organisations, NGOs, charities, social services, churches and other community support providers, the programme develops practical leadership capabilities grounded in the research-based Universal Wellbeing Model.
Participants develop the skills to plan, coordinate, implement and evaluate community initiatives that address determinants of poor Universal Wellbeing and support measurable improvements.
Professional and community leadership opportunities
This programme supports those seeking to strengthen their existing community practice or develop capabilities to establish and lead community-based initiatives.
It is particularly relevant to:
Community organisation managers and emerging leaders
NGO, charity and not-for-profit professionals
Community development and social service workers
Local government and community engagement professionals
Faith-based and voluntary organisation leaders
Community project coordinators and facilitators
Build the expertise to lead community projects, strengthen partnerships and demonstrate measurable outcomes.
What you will learn
Apply the research-based Universal Wellbeing Model in community settings.
Consult with communities and identify wellbeing priorities.
Co-design and coordinate community Universal Wellbeing projects.
Develop leadership, communication and facilitation capabilities.
Apply equity-supporting teaching and behaviour-change strategies.
Understand professional boundaries, legislation and ethical practice.
Evaluate and report on community project outcomes.
Programme structure and delivery
The programme includes four modules:
Code Module
CUW 1 Universal Wellbeing Model
CPCUWC 1 Organisational Universal Wellbeing Coordination
CUWBT 1 Equity Supporting Teaching
CUWCL Community Project
The programme is delivered face-to-face or online, generally two hours per week over 20 weeks, with flexible scheduling options.
Homework and practical activities are assigned after each session. Participants must have access to a group of people, clients or community members to work with throughout the programme and maintain a reflective journal.
Entry requirements
Open to individuals who demonstrate an interest in enhancing community Universal Wellbeing and equity outcomes.
Applicants complete an enrolment form and may be interviewed before their place is confirmed.
Professional accreditation
The programme includes accreditation requirements for the Professional Universal Wellbeing Community Leader (Community Leadership Practice), focusing on community leadership, planning and support.
Fees and enrolment
Full Programme: NZ$4,000 (incl. GST)
Individual Module: NZ$1,000 (incl. GST)
Flexible Payment Options
Study from just NZ$153.85 per week!
Equivalent to spreading the NZ$4,000 programme fee over 26 weeks.
Actual payment arrangement: NZ$1,000 deposit, followed by six monthly payments of NZ$500. Total NZ$4,000 incl. GST.