Work by Design: Designing an Environment People Are Proud to Be Part Of
Building a mentally healthy workplace does not happen by accident. It requires intentional policy, strategy, and systems designed to support people and performance. Work by Design is a comprehensive, evidence-based program for HR and WHS professionals ready to move beyond reactive wellbeing. Covering the full lifecycle of workplace wellbeing—from building the business case and diagnosing organisational needs to strategy design, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement—the course equips practitioners with practical tools and frameworks they can adapt and apply in real workplaces.
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Advanced
Difficulty level
4
Modules
199
Lessons
10 min
Per module
Evidence-based wellbeing design
Format
Advanced
Difficulty level
4
Modules
199
Lessons
10 min
Per module
Evidence-based wellbeing design
Format
Course overview
What you'll learn
Concrete skills and frameworks you'll walk away with — designed for everyday application, not abstract theory.
How to build a compelling, evidence-based business case for wellbeing investment using Australian data
How to conduct a multi-method needs assessment before designing any response
How to select evidence-based interventions and design across prevention levels
How to plan a phased rollout that gets used rather than stalled
How to evaluate impact beyond completion rates and build governance that sustains the strategy
How to embed wellbeing responsibilities into clear roles, governance, and reporting structures
Curriculum
Your learning journey
Effective workplace wellbeing begins with a compelling business case. This module explores why psychosocial health is both a workforce and organisational performance issue, helping learners understand the business impacts of psychosocial harm, the value of prevention, and internationally recognised frameworks for workplace wellbeing.
Results
What will change
for you
Measurable outcomes you can expect from completing this course with consistent practice.
Build a strong business case for wellbeing investment
Assess your workplace to understand key psychosocial risks
Design a wellbeing strategy using evidence and prevention principles
Choose interventions that match your organisation’s needs
Plan implementation with the right stakeholders and rollout approach
Measure impact using practical evaluation methods
Audience
Who is this for?
- HR Professionals, WHS Practitioners, People & Culture Teams, Workplace Wellbeing Leads
Takeaways
Skills
& frameworks
The practical skills you'll walk away with — backed by the evidence-based frameworks they're grounded in.
Skills you'll build
6Evidence-based frameworks
6People
Behind this course
The organisations, experts, and partners who built and stand behind this course.
Provider
Supported by
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What learners say
Kate Sullivan
23 July 2026
Practical, engaging, and refreshingly different from the usual compliance training. I found myself reflecting on my own workplace throughout.
Mitchell Roberts
10 July 2026
The content was well-paced and easy to absorb. The scenarios felt authentic and relevant to modern workplaces.
Ryan Matthews
10 June 2026
I appreciated how the course focused on understanding people rather than simply following policies
Hannah McKenzie
5 May 2026
Simple to navigate and packed with practical insights. A valuable resource for anyone leading a team.
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Work by Design: Designing an Environment People Are Proud to Be Part Of
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Disclaimer: This program is designed for education and professional development only. It provides general guidance on strategic wellbeing design and is not a substitute for specialist WHS legal advice. Organisations should ensure their wellbeing strategies are reviewed against current state and territory legislation and seek specialist advice where required.