Learn innovative approaches to increase the effectiveness of wellness programs, practices, and initiatives through inclusive communication and collaboration. We will explore key methods for engaging a variety of stakeholders in strategic communication practices for enhanced connection and well-being. Discover how using the strengths of interdisciplinary teams, organizational development, and communities can lead to better outcomes.

This course is one of nine eLearning courses intentionally designed to support competency-building in the five domains of the NWI Wellness Promotion Competency Model. Specifically, this is the first of two courses that support the model's “Communication & Collaboration" domain. The model serves as the standard for the Certified Wellness Practitioner (CWP) certification. This course supports the following wellness promotion competencies:

• Recognize the influence of organizational development, leadership, and culture on individual wellness.
• Articulate to key stakeholders the value of wellness for individuals and how it supports the organization's and/or community's mission, purpose, and strategic goals.
• Establish collaborative relationships and interdisciplinary teams to promote sustainable wellness practices that meet long-term individual, organizational, and/or community goals.
• Use meaningful and inclusive communication methods and technologies to support, manage, and promote wellness initiatives.

See "Getting Started" below for the full list of learning objectives for this course.

This self-paced interactive eLearning course must be completed within four weeks of registering. Within the course, you’ll find knowledge checks or activities to enhance your learning as well as a variety of tools and resources you can apply in your work.

Time to complete the course varies by learner, but we suggest planning for a total of three to five hours to complete all the learning elements, including any application activities and self-reflections. You must complete the full online course and submit the course evaluation to earn your certificate indicating the number of continuing education credits earned.