Certificate in Universal Wellbeing-based Teaching

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Strengthen teaching practice and support equitable learning outcomes through the research-based Universal Wellbeing Model.

DURATION

100 hours

DELIVERY

Interactive Online

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PROGRAMME FEE

NZ$3,000 incl. GST

View programme content, learning outcomes, delivery, entry requirements and fees.

2027 START DATES

February, April, July, October

Programme overview

The Certificate in Universal Wellbeing-based Teaching supports tutors, teachers, lecturers, learning support professionals, trainers and facilitators working with diverse learners across education, business and community settings.

Grounded in the Universal Wellbeing Model developed through 17 years of applied research, the programme builds Universal Wellbeing literacy and strengthens planning, communication, assessment and learning customisation capabilities to support equitable learning outcomes.

What you will learn

  • Apply the research-based Universal Wellbeing Model to teaching and learning.

  • Plan and customise learning experiences for diverse learners.

  • Strengthen communication, assessment and teaching practices.

  • Identify and address barriers to equitable learning outcomes.

  • Integrate Universal Wellbeing principles into professional practice.

Programme structure and delivery

The programme consists of two modules:

Programme Modules

CUW 1 – Universal Wellbeing Model (24 facilitated hours)

CUWBT 1 – Equity Supporting Teaching (16 facilitated hours)

The programme is delivered online, with a structured schedule of two hours per week over 20 weeks.

Homework and practical activities are assigned after each session. Participants must have access to a group of students, people or clients throughout the programme to apply their learning.

Entry requirements

Open to individuals with a strong interest in improving learning achievement and supporting equitable learning outcomes.

Applicants must complete an enrolment form and may be interviewed before confirmation.

Professional accreditation

The programme includes accreditation requirements for the Professional Universal Wellbeing-based Teacher, emphasising equity-supporting teaching practices.

Fees and enrolment

Full Programme: NZ$3,000 (incl. GST)

CUW Module: NZ$1,500 (incl. GST)

CUWBT Module: NZ$1,500 (incl. GST)

Flexible Payment Options

Study from just NZ$115.38 per week!

Equivalent to spreading the NZ$3,000 programme fee over 26 weeks.

Actual payment plan: NZ$750 deposit, followed by six monthly payments of NZ$375. Total NZ$3,000 incl. GST.