Psychological Safety Certification

At Iterum, the organisation behind Psych Safety, we are passionate about making the world of work a safer, higher performing, more inclusive and equitable place. While certifications have their place in some industries, we believe that when it comes to psychological safety, traditional certifications do not serve the best interests of professionals, organisations, or humanity. Here’s why we take a different approach.

Why We Steer Away From Traditional Certifications

1. One Size Doesn’t Fit All

We don’t believe that a single organisation should be able to define a universal set of skills and knowledge necessary to be “certified” in psychological safety. The field is inherently complex and multifaceted, varying greatly across different industries, contexts, cultures, and organisational structures. Imposing a standardised certification risks oversimplifying these nuances and would not adequately prepare individuals for real-world application.

2. The Ever-Evolving Nature of Best Practices

Psychological safety is a dynamic and multi-disciplinary field characterised by continuous research, evolving theories, and emerging best practices. What was considered best practice yesterday might be enhanced or entirely superseded by new findings today. Traditional certifications often rely on static curricula that quickly become outdated. We always want to be able to offer the most up-to-date and relevant learning opportunities for you.

3. Promoting Continuous Improvement Over Static Knowledge

Certifications tend to codify knowledge into a fixed framework, which can inadvertently stifle innovation and adaptability. We believe that true mastery comes from ongoing learning, reflection and the ability to adapt to new challenges and information. Through a more discursive, collaborative and open approach to learning, we encourage you to develop your own deep and evolving understanding, as well as to build greater discernment and criticality around what work in different contexts. It is this that will support you to do work which is truly meaningful and has impact in the world.

Our Adaptive Learning Approach

Instead of offering conventional certifications, we focus on providing customised training and workshops that are:

Tailored to Your Needs: We don’t adhere to a one-size-fits-all curriculum. No two sessions are identical and what we explore is always shaped by the people in the (physical or virtual) room. We adapt what we cover to the specific challenges and objectives of your organisation or team, ensuring maximum relevance and applicability.
Engaging and Interactive: Learning should be an enjoyable experience. Our sessions are designed to be interactive and fun, fostering an environment where we all feel comfortable to engage, share experiences and learn from each other.
Impact-Driven: By focusing on practical skills and real-world application, our training empowers you to make meaningful changes within your organisation and for the people you’re supporting and training, enhancing psychological safety in tangible ways.

Recognition of Your Commitment

We understand the importance of recognizing professional development and providing tangible proof of your learning journey, both for personal recognition, and to adhere to CPD requirements. Instead of traditional certifications, we ensure you receive:

Digital Badges Through Credly

We’ve partnered with Credly, a leading digital credentialing platform, to offer shareable Psych Safety badges upon completion of our workshops. These badges allow you to:

Showcase Your Skills: Display your achievements on professional networks such as LinkedIn, on your CV or resume, in your email signature or on your personal website.
Demonstrate Expertise: Collect multiple badges to reflect your ongoing commitment and expanding expertise in psychological safety.
Join a Community: Connect with a network of professionals who value continuous learning and are committed to fostering psychologically safe environments.

Proof of Attendance

If required, after participating in our sessions and courses, you can choose to receive official documentation confirming the workshop, training hours attended and an overview of content covered if needed. Some people find this useful for:

Professional Acknowledgment: Allows you to evidence your CPD, and demonstrates your commitment to enhancing psychological safety within your organisation.
Expense Claims: Facilitates reimbursement processes with your employer for training expenses.
Contribution to CPD hours: Some of our attendees use their Psych Safety CPD hours towards their ongoing training, e.g. for a coaching certification.

Join the Movement Towards a Safer, More Resilient Workplace

By choosing our adaptive learning approach, you’ll experience the benefits of a Psychological Safety Training that offers:

Flexibility: Stay current with the latest research and methodologies without being confined to outdated standards or fixed models.
Personalisation: Engage with material that’s directly relevant to your context and challenges.
Growth Mindset: Foster an organisational culture that prioritises learning, adaptability, and continuous improvement.

We invite you to be part of a progressive community that’s redefining how we approach psychological safety in the workplace. Together, we can create environments where everyone feels safe to contribute, innovate, and thrive.

And arguably far more exciting than any psychological safety certificate, we also provide stickers, and ongoing post-workshop support!