Why Become a Certified Wellbeing & Happiness Officer?

Employee wellbeing is no longer a “nice‑to‑have”- it’s a strategic imperative. The latest global reports on workplace wellbeing show that organizations investing in holistic wellbeing see:

• Engagement & Retention – Fostering belonging, inclusion and purpose drives loyalty.
• Productivity & Innovation – Healthy, energized teams solve problems faster and more creatively.
• Financial Performance – Firms of “endearment” outpace market indices by 10–14× over the long term.

As a Certified Happiness & Wellbeing Officer, you will lead the charge to:

• Translate wellbeing data into actionable strategy.
• Design and deliver interventions that stick.
• Cultivate cultures of trust, autonomy and growth.

Curriculum & Program Structure

Program Duration:

Flexible 6–12-week format, depending on your preferred pace (weekly or bi-weekly sessions).

Delivery Format:

• Weekly or bi-weekly live online sessions (90 minutes each)
• Curated reading and video materials sent via email
• Assignments and reflection exercises
• Final project: Design a wellbeing initiative / project for your organization and an Online test

Curriculum Outline

Module 1: Foundations of Happiness at Work

• The science and the business model of happiness and wellbeing at work. Why it matters for individuals and organizations? ROI of happiness.
• Start with the data: how to measure happiness @ work, satisfaction and morale – we shall provide you with measurement tools.
• Introduction to the BAMBA Model for creating a happy workplace.

Module 2: Wellbeing at Work - Fulfilling Basic Needs for Happiness and Productivity

• Understanding and fulfilling basic physical, emotional, and mental needs at work.
• Exploring mindfulness to boost self-awareness, improve interpersonal understanding, and drive productivity in the workplace.
• Take care of yourself first – tips and tricks for a healthy lifestyle and why it is important.
• Helping colleagues take care of themselves.

Module 3: Mastery at work

• What is Mastery and how important is it for workplace wellbeing?
• Measuring Mastery @ work.
• Developing personal mastery and self-knowledge.
• Fostering a culture of growth and continuous learning.

Module 4: Autonomy at work

• The value of autonomy for motivation, innovation, and engagement.
• Measuring Autonomy @ work.
• Types of autonomy: personal, outcome, and process.
• Creating an organizational environment that supports autonomy.

Module 5: Belonging at work

• The role of belonging in individual and team wellbeing.
• Measuring Belonging @ work.
• Living your own values at work. Integrating team values.
• Building inclusive cultures and strong workplace connections.

Module 6: Creating an Abundance Culture

• Defining and understanding an abundance mindset in organizations.
• Case studies and best practices from “happy” organizations.
• Mindfulness–based micro-practices to foster abundance, such as brief gratitude, generosity, and letting-go exercises.
• Guidance on certification project: Designing a a tailored wellbeing strategy for your organization or client.

Assignments & Assessment

• Assignments (weekly or bi-weekly, depending on the chosen format): Reflection journals, case analysis, and practical exercises.
• Final Project: Wellbeing initiative proposal and presentation.

Certification Requirements

• Attend all live sessions. The program is flexible - complete it at your own pace over 6–12 weeks.

• Complete online test.
• Design and present a tailored wellbeing strategy for your organization or client.
• Receive feedback from instructors.

Certification Includes:

• Certificate issued by Happiness Academy, endorsed by Dr. Raj Raghunathan.
• All course materials and exercises will be provided via email and are yours - for ongoing use and future reference.

Who should enroll?

• HR Managers, People & Culture Leaders
• Internal Coaches, Change Agents, Team Leads
• External Consultants & Facilitators
• Anyone passionate about driving organizational excellence through wellbeing