Certificate in Universal Wellbeing Evaluation Facilitation

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Develop professional evaluation skills and explore opportunities to establish your own Universal Wellbeing Evaluation service or consultancy.

Two professional pathways: Standard and Accelerated

DURATION

100 or 50 hours

DELIVERY

Online or In-Person

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Accelerated Programme (50 Hours)

For eligible professionals

PROGRAMME FEE

From NZ$2,000 incl. GST

Explore the programme content, study requirements, delivery options and fees for each pathway.

Standard Programme (100 Hours)

Full professional training pathway

2027 START DATES

February, April, July, October

Programme overview

The Certificate in Universal Wellbeing Evaluation Facilitation is a professional programme designed to develop the capabilities required to facilitate, administer, analyse, interpret and report Universal Wellbeing Evaluations using the research-based Universal Wellbeing Evaluation Tool (UWET).

Participants develop professional communication, evaluation reporting and ethical practice skills, with a focus on providing confidential and evidence-based services to individuals and groups.

The programme offers two pathways: a 100-hour Standard option and a 50-hour Accelerated option for eligible applicants with relevant professional backgrounds.

Professional and business opportunities

This qualification can support participants seeking to develop an independent professional practice or expand their existing services.

Graduates may explore opportunities to:

  • Establish an independent Universal Wellbeing Evaluation service or consultancy.

  • Offer professional evaluation services to individuals, groups and organisations.

  • Integrate Universal Wellbeing Evaluations into an existing consultancy or professional practice.

  • Support workplaces, educational institutions and community organisations to identify wellbeing needs.

  • Provide evaluation findings, reports and recommendations to inform improvements in Universal Wellbeing.

  • Develop a professional service offering built around evidence-based evaluation and reporting.

Build your professional capability. Explore independent practice.
For those considering self-employment, consultancy or additional professional services, this programme provides a foundation for developing specialist Universal Wellbeing Evaluation capabilities.

Independent practice and any commercial use of UWET are subject to applicable accreditation, authorisation, licensing and professional requirements. Completion does not guarantee income or business outcomes.

Programme structure and delivery

  • Develop professional communication and evaluation facilitation skills.

  • Administer and interpret the Universal Wellbeing Evaluation Tool (UWET).

  • Analyse evaluation results and prepare professional reports.

  • Identify determinants influencing Universal Wellbeing.

  • Develop Universal Wellbeing Enhancement Plans.

  • Provide education and advice within appropriate professional boundaries.

  • Apply confidentiality, ethical practice, risk management and referral procedures.

Choose your study pathway

Standard Programme

100 Hours

Suitable for applicants interested in developing professional wellbeing evaluation capabilities.

NZ$3,000 incl. GST

Four modules with facilitated learning, applied activities and homework.

Programme structure and delivery

Accelerated Programme

50 Hours

Designed for eligible applicants with relevant professional qualifications or experience.

NZ$2,000 incl. GST

The same four subject areas through a shorter professional pathway.

Both pathways cover four professional modules:

CUWEF 1 – Professional Wellbeing Studies & Communication

CUWEF 2 – Universal Wellbeing Model, Tool & Reporting

CUWEF 3 – The Determinants of Universal Wellbeing & Advice

CUWEF 4 – Universal Wellbeing Enhancements, Risk & Referrals

Study Requirement Standard Accelerated
Programme Duration 100 hours 50 hours
Facilitated Hours per Module 16 7
Homework Estimate per Module 16–36 hours 7–14 hours
Programme Fee NZ$3,000 NZ$2,000

The programme is delivered face-to-face or through interactive online sessions, with scheduling arranged in consultation with participants.

Participants must have access to a group of individuals to work with throughout the programme.

Entry requirements

Standard Programme

Applicants must complete an enrolment form and demonstrate a strong interest in providing professional Universal Wellbeing Evaluation services. An interview may be required.

Accelerated Programme

Applicants must have relevant prior professional qualifications or experience. Eligible backgrounds may include pastoral care, education, social work, nursing, counselling, psychology, health and other related professional fields.

All applications are subject to eligibility assessment and enrolment confirmation.

Professional accreditation

The programme includes accreditation requirements for the Professional Universal Wellbeing Facilitator, focusing on the administration, analysis and reporting of Universal Wellbeing Evaluation outcomes.

Participants considering independent professional practice should enquire about any additional accreditation, UWET access or service-delivery requirements.

Fees and enrolment

Standard Programme

NZ$115.38/week

Equivalent over 26 weeks

NZ$3,000 total

NZ$750 deposit + six monthly payments of NZ$375.

Fees are listed inclusive of GST. Weekly amounts are illustrative equivalents rather than weekly payment schedules. Actual payment plans require an upfront deposit and monthly instalments.

Accelerated Programme

NZ$76.92/week

Equivalent over 26 weeks

NZ$2,000 total

NZ$500 deposit + six monthly payments of NZ$250.