Workplaces at Their Best for Consultants - Learning Path + Certification
Cultivate the power of character strengths to build positive, strengths-based workplaces. 2026 schedule is live!
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Ideal For
- Coaches, consultants, HR professionals, and organizational leaders
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Course Format
- 7 live interactive virtual sessions
- Guided on-demand learning tutorials
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Access & Program Length
- 2 year access to all course materials
- 3 months to complete Certification
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What You'll Get
- Personalized training led by certified workplace experts with real-world experience and diverse perspectives
- Membership in Consultant Learning Community
- Bi-annual "Science to Practice" sessions with research insights and application tips
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Certification Details
- Certified for 2 years with an option for renewal
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Language & Accessibility
- English (closed captioning available)
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Payment Options
- Payment plans available
Ready to create workplaces that thrive?
With a thoughtfully designed blend of live and on-demand learning, Workplaces at Their Best includes seven courses, a practical implementation guide, and more than 100 ready-to-use resources. Together, they equip consultants and leaders with tools, resources, and strategies to unlock the strengths of individuals, teams, and entire organizations.
Each course blends science-backed insights with real-world applications – helping you strengthen leadership, improve engagement, and build positive, high-performing workplace cultures that last.
Join a global community of professionals committed to creating workplaces where people and performance thrive. Rooted in research and designed for impact, Workplaces at Their Best empowers you to lead meaningful, measurable change.
2026 Certification Schedule
2026 Cohort A
Schedule: Tuesdays, 9 AM - 1 PM Eastern | 2 PM - 6 PM BST
Dates: March 10th, March 24th, April 7th, April 21st, May 5th, May 19th, June 2nd
2026 Cohort B
Schedule: Fridays, 11 AM - 3PM Eastern | 4 PM - 8 PM BST
Dates: May 1st, May 15th, May 29th, June 12th, June 26th, July 10th, July 24th
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Course Reviews
Brittany Pavely, Director of Youth & Professional Learning
Cincinnati, Ohio
"Workplaces at their Best has equipped myself and my team with invaluable practical applications of the VIA Character Strengths framework. We have been able to expand our expertise and serve our adult and student visitors with an added layer of scientifically backed strategies for personal growth."
Mavalynne Orozco-Urdaneta, CEO
Baltimore, Maryland
"This has been one of the most powerful investments I’ve made in myself and my work!"
Joe Moorman, Senior Director
Cincinnati, Ohio
"The Certification was a powerful catalyst for my work as a strengths-based practitioner. The course and materials are best-in class and masterfully weave together research, theory and practical application. I highly recommend this course for anyone who wants to use character strengths to support teams and organizations in building transformative, strengths-based workplace cultures."
Dr. Joe Sage, Doctor & Wellbeing Coach
Oregon
"The program gave me a powerful system for helping teams care for one another while achieving meaningful results. Paired with beautifully designed, ready-to-use resources and a community of thoughtful, committed professionals, it exceeded my expectations — engaging, fun, and inspiring."
Erika Floysvik, CEO & Founder
Canada
"I left the course feeling exactly as I’d hoped —energized, connected, and ready for what’s next."
Course Details
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Ideal For
- Coaches, consultants, HR professionals, and organizational leaders
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Course Format
- 7 live interactive virtual sessions
- Guided on-demand learning tutorials
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Access & Program Length
- 2 year access to all course materials
- 3 months to complete Certification
-
What You'll Get
- Personalized training led by certified workplace experts with real-world experience and diverse perspectives
- Membership in Consultant Learning Community
- Bi-annual "Science to Practice" sessions with research insights and application tips
-
Certification Details
- Certified for 2 years with an option for renewal
-
Language & Accessibility
- English (closed captioning available)
-
Payment Options
- Payment plans available
Dynamic Learning Path + Virtual Training Includes 7 courses that cover individual, relational, and collective strengths activation designed to meet the needs of all learners. In addition to these courses, you will attend sessions with VIA staff and faculty to develop your understanding of the work.
Included Courses Get all of the Workplaces at Their Best courses including: Foundations of Character Strengths, Introduction to Workplaces at Their Best, You at Your Best, Work Relationships at Their Best, Teams at Their Best, Leaders at Their Best, and Change at Its Best.
Implementation Guide and Implementation Workbook for Certification Includes an implementation guide with step-by-step directions for utilizing the certification. Discover facilitation guides, email templates, and more!
Access to Data for Transforming Workplace Culture Included in every certification are pre- and post-surveys allowing consultants to lead organizations in assessing their progress and embracing a strengths-based culture transformation, alongside key benchmarks crucial for measuring shifts in organizational culture.
Visibility Successful participants will be featured on the VIA site as verified consultants.
- Do I need to attend every live session?
Yes. Participants are expected to attend all seven live Zoom sessions. In extenuating circumstances, you may miss one session, though make-up work will be required to meet certification requirements.
If you have any scheduling questions or concerns, we’re happy to help. Please reach out to us at programs@viacharacter.org.
- How much time should I plan between sessions?
In addition to the live sessions, plan for about 4–8 hours between sessions to review materials, reflect, and complete assignments.
- How will I access the live sessions and course materials?
You’ll receive an email with instructions and Zoom registration details before your first session. Access to the learning path content will be provided on the first day of the virtual program.