Professional Certification Program

Certified Psychological Safety Advocate

Build psychologically safe, inclusive, and high-performing workplaces. Learn practical frameworks, leadership strategies, real-world case studies, and ISO 45003 guidance to improve employee well-being and organizational growth.

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Psychological Safety Foundations
Understand the principles, risks, and impact of psychological safety at work.
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Leadership & Culture
Learn how leaders create trust, inclusion, and open communication.
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ISO 45003 Alignment
Apply ISO 45003 guidelines to manage psychosocial risks effectively.

What you will learn

Build Trust, Inclusion &
Psychological Safety at Work

In Certified Psychological Safety Advocate, you will gain the knowledge, tools, and frameworks needed to create psychologically safe workplaces. This course equips you to identify psychosocial risks, strengthen leadership behaviors, and apply ISO 45003 guidance to improve well-being, engagement, and performance.

  • ✔ Understand the core principles, importance, and impact of psychological safety in organizations.
  • ✔ Recognize signs, symptoms, and consequences of psychologically unsafe work environments.
  • ✔ Apply practical frameworks and strategies to build trust, inclusion, and open communication.
  • ✔ Strengthen leadership capabilities to promote psychological safety across teams.
  • ✔ Understand ISO 45003 concepts and how to manage psychosocial risks effectively.
  • ✔ Evaluate, measure, and continuously improve psychological safety in changing work environments.
Professionals collaborating in a psychologically safe and inclusive workplace

There are 5 modules and 25 lessons in this course

This course helps you build psychologically safe, inclusive, and high-performing workplaces. You’ll learn the foundations of psychological safety, why it matters, how to implement practical frameworks, and how to align your approach with ISO 45003 guidance for managing psychosocial risks—especially in today’s changing work environment.

Understanding Psychological Safety
Module 1  •  5 lessons
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Build a strong foundation by understanding what psychological safety is, how it evolved, what happens when it’s missing, and the leadership role required to create a safe environment.

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  • Introduction to Psychological Safety: Definition and Importance
  • Historical Context: The Evolution of Psychological Safety in the Workplace
  • What happens when you don’t have a psychologically safe environment?
  • Signs and Symptoms of an Unsafe Psychological Environment
  • The Role of Leadership in Promoting Psychological Safety
Psychological Safety Benefits
Module 2  •  5 lessons
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Learn the direct and indirect benefits of psychological safety, how it drives inclusion and belonging, and how it impacts productivity, well-being, and organizational growth with real-world examples.

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  • Why fostering inclusion and belonging at your company is ongoing work critical to your success
  • The Direct and Indirect Benefits of a Psychologically Safe Environment
  • Case Studies: Real-world Examples of Psychological Safety in Action
  • Linking Psychological Safety to Employee Productivity and Well-being
  • The Financial Impact: How Psychological Safety can influence Organizational Growth
Building a Psychological Safety Environment
Module 3  •  5 lessons
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Use practical strategies and a clear framework to create psychological safety, improve communication and feedback, implement a roadmap, and measure progress in your organization.

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  • The 6-Step Framework for Creating Psychological Safety
  • Strategies for Open Communication and Feedback
  • Creating a Roadmap for Implementing Psychological Safety Measures
  • The Role of Continuous Training and Developmen
  • Evaluating and Measuring Psychological Safety in your Organization
Introduction to ISO 45003 Standards
Module 4  •  5 lessons
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Understand ISO 45003, its structure and key concepts, how it complements other standards, and how to implement its recommendations across different organizational contexts.

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  • Background of ISO 45003: Origins and Purpose
  • Key Concepts and Structure of ISO 45003
  • How ISO 45003 Complements Other Organizational Health Standards
  • Recommendations of ISO 45003: An In-depth Exploration
  • Implementing ISO 45003 Recommendations in Various Organizational Structures
Psychological Safety in a Changing World
Module 5  •  5 lessons
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Explore psychological safety challenges in remote and diverse teams, learn how to overcome resistance, understand future trends, and discover tools and resources for continuous learning and improvement.

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  • The Impact of Remote Work on Psychological Safety
  • Psychological Safety in Diverse Teams: Cultural Sensitivities and Considerations
  • Overcoming Resistance: How to Address Pushback
  • The Future of Psychological Safety: Trends and Predictions
  • Tools, Resources, and Continuous Learning
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What professionals say about this Psychological Safety course

Ananya S.
HR Business Partner, IT Services

“This course gave me a clear way to talk about psychological safety with managers. The module on signs of an unsafe environment helped us spot issues early, and the 6-step framework made the actions practical, not theoretical.”

Ravi P.
Engineering Manager, Product Company

“We were struggling with people staying quiet in retros and escalations happening late. After applying the open communication and feedback strategies, participation improved within two sprints. I also liked how it connects to ISO 45003 without making it overwhelming.”

Sarah M.
HSE Lead, Manufacturing

“The ISO 45003 module was the highlight for me. It helped us translate ‘psychosocial risk’ into structured actions and a simple measurement approach. I’m using the content as part of our internal awareness sessions.”

Daniel K.
People & Culture Lead, Healthcare

“What felt most valuable was the real-world focus—remote work, diverse teams, and handling resistance. The course helped us shift from ‘nice-to-have culture’ to a consistent practice leaders can repeat. I’d recommend it to any manager of managers.”

Frequently asked questions

What is “Certified Psychological Safety Advocate” about?

This course helps you understand psychological safety and how to build it in teams and workplaces. You’ll learn practical frameworks, leadership behaviors, and real-world examples to create trust, inclusion, and open communication.

It also introduces ISO 45003 and how it supports managing psychosocial risks at work—especially in modern, changing environments.

Who is this course best suited for?

This course is ideal for managers, team leads, HR professionals, HSE/Well-being professionals, people managers, and leaders who want to improve culture and performance through psychological safety.

It’s also valuable for anyone involved in employee experience, organizational development, or psychosocial risk management.

Do I need an HR, psychology, or ISO background to join?

No. The course is designed for professionals from any function. Concepts are explained clearly and applied practically—without assuming prior HR, psychology, or ISO knowledge.

If you manage people, collaborate across teams, or influence workplace culture, you’ll find this course highly relevant.

Is this course aligned with ISO 45003?

Yes. One full module introduces ISO 45003—its purpose, structure, and key concepts—along with practical guidance on implementing recommendations in different organizational structures.

This helps you connect psychological safety with psychosocial risk management in a clear, actionable way.

Will I learn how to measure psychological safety?

Yes. You’ll learn how to evaluate and measure psychological safety, track progress, and create a roadmap for continuous improvement.

The focus is on practical measurement methods that can work in real teams—not just theory.

How is this different from “culture” or “well-being” training?

Psychological safety is a specific workplace condition where people feel safe to speak up, ask questions, admit mistakes, and share concerns without fear of blame or embarrassment.

This course focuses on repeatable leadership practices, communication strategies, and ISO 45003 alignment—so you can turn “culture” into real behaviors and systems.

What if my organization resists these changes?

Resistance is common. The course includes a dedicated lesson on addressing pushback and building buy-in—especially when teams are under pressure or leaders are skeptical.

You’ll learn how to introduce psychological safety in practical steps without making it feel like a “soft initiative.”

Is the course useful for remote and hybrid teams?

Yes. The course covers the impact of remote work on psychological safety, including communication gaps, trust-building, and participation challenges.

You’ll also explore psychological safety in diverse teams, with cultural sensitivities and practical approaches.

Is the course self-paced, and how long does it take?

Yes, it’s self-paced. The course is organized into 5 modules with 25 lessons, so you can progress based on your schedule.

You can pause, revisit lessons, and continue anytime—making it easy to apply what you learn at work as you go.

Will I get a certificate after completing the course?

Yes. After completing the course, you’ll receive a digital certificate you can add to your LinkedIn profile, resume, or internal learning records.

It’s a useful credential for professionals building capability in psychological safety and psychosocial risk management.