Wellbeing Science Institute

Elite Athlete Wellbeing Management

Elite Athlete Wellbeing Management

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Get qualified as an Elite Athlete Wellbeing Specialist.

The world’s first qualification in elite athlete wellbeing and Australia’s first and only recognised wellbeing training program designed specifically for Elite Sport will allow you to turn your passion for elite sport and wellbeing into a rewarding career.

Join others professionals from the all of Australia’s leading sporting codes on this ground-breaking course.

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About the Australian Course

As of 25 October 2025, TAFE Queensland is the the exclusive Registered Training Organisation (RTO 0275) providing training and assessment of the accredited qualification 11096NAT Certificate IV in Elite Athlete Wellbeing Management.  

Under this arrangement, TAFE Queensland will award the qualification/statement of attainment. Visit www.tafeqld.edu.au or ring 1300 308 233 for course information and entry requirements. Find out more. 

The Course will equip you with the knowledge, skills and tools that will make you a stand-out when working with elite athletes and sporting organisations. By focusing on wellbeing from a holistic, developmental and positive perspective, it will enable you to confidently take action to help people move towards their whole person potential.

The course content is drawn from a range of disciplines including Health Sciences, Positive Psychology, Cross-Cultural Psychology, Leadership, Career Development and Personal Coaching. A key part of the course is training in the use of the unique tools and processes developed specifically to assess, develop and monitor elite athlete wellbeing. You will learn how to develop customised wellbeing plans for elite athletes, coaches and officials.

The course also has a strong emphasis on your personal development and wellbeing to enable you to role model the very practices and behaviours that will lead to positive elite athlete wellbeing outcomes. 

A qualification in this course provides Employers with the confidence that you are equipped with the latest knowledge, skills and tools in elite athlete wellbeing.

The Wellbeing Science Institute continues to offer the Course internationally, and Australian students are able to enrol on the international Course.

Who Should Attend?

The Program is specifically designed for individuals and groups who have responsibility for the wellbeing of elite/professional athletes, coaches and officials.

Because of its personal and organisational orientation, the program will have strong relevance for athlete wellbeing officers, professional development managers, coaches, athlete managers/agents, club and sport organisation representatives and officials.

About the International Course

Our international Elite Athlete Wellbeing Management course delivers the same world-class content as our highly-regarded Australian qualification, and is now accessible to students worldwide.

As a CIMSPA (Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity) education partner, we provide credentials that open doors at the highest levels of international sport.

This program has been completed by professional staff from Premier League and Bundesliga clubs, leading European performance organisations, and prestigious institutions including Loughborough University. When elite clubs choose this training for their staff, it demonstrates the real-world value and practical application of what you’ll learn.

Beyond the qualification itself, you’ll join an international network of player care and wellbeing specialists working across elite football and high-performance sport. These connections with professionals from top-tier organisations throughout Europe and beyond become invaluable throughout your career.

Led by performance psychologist and WSI founder Steve Johnson, this program combines cutting-edge wellbeing science with practical expertise from the elite sport environment. You’ll gain evidence-based knowledge and applied skills that immediately translate to professional practice.

Whether you’re starting your career in athlete wellbeing or advancing your existing role, this program positions you among the best-trained professionals in the field internationally.

Course dates

Our courses are offered as a first-come-first-serve basis. Enrol now to secure your spot.

International Course

(Virtual)


There are no more open intakes for this year. Our intakes for next year will be announced at the end of Oct.

Testimonials

The process and tools developed for the NRL are fundamental to our work at the Broncos and they are making a real difference to the wellbeing of our Players.
Adam WalshManager of Player Wellbeing & Education, Brisbane Broncos R.L.F.C.
Adam Walsh
The Elite Athlete Wellbeing Management Program has helped our staff deliver better wellbeing outcomes for our playing group.
Jerry SeuseuManager of Player Wellbeing & Education, NZ Warriors R.L.F.C.
Jerry Seuseu
As our partner for Wellbeing and Performance Psychology, Steve Johnson has been an integral part of the NSWRL State of Origin Pathways Program.
Jamie FeeneyNSWRL State of Origin Pathways program
Jamie Feeney
The leadership course I did was pretty deep to be honest. About yourself, where you come from, things that have affected you throughout your life.
Paul GallenNSWRL State of Origin Captain discussing the NRL Leadership Program on Triple M
Paul Gallen
20 weeks on from starting the Elite Athlete Wellbeing Management program, we’ve finished it in style today. Thanks to Steve Johnson for creating such an important and impactful qualification and to my fellow cohorts for making the past 5 months so enjoyable. Highly recommend this program for anyone interested in the clear and necessary benefits of whole person wellbeing in a performance environment.
Amanda Racine (Participant)Manchester City FC
Amanda Racine (Participant)
I have completely loved the course from Start to finish, it’s changed my entire personal & professional perspective of this space, it’s so difficult to scale just how much I have learnt. I’m extremely grateful to The Wellbeing Science Institute team for how professional the course has been coordinated on a personal level, especially at the levels of information exchanged which we have worked at, I have felt truly part of the experience at all stages so thank you.
Steve Hardisty (Participant)Huddersfield Giants Rugby League Club (Super League)
Steve Hardisty (Participant)
The best professional development program I have been a part of in my last 20 years working in elite sport. A truly learner centred program that equipped me with the knowledge, skills and toolkit to be effective day 1 in the industry. Personally, it was the best professional development program I've undertaken across my 20 years in High Performance sport.
Aaron Alsop (Graduate)Executive Director High Performance - Solomon Islands Sport & Leadership Institute
Aaron Alsop (Graduate)
This course provided me with the insight, resources and content to be able to hit the ground running within the wellbeing space. The assessments completed are ready to use materials for the workplace which is unlike most courses.
2021 Graduate Michael MassihPortfolio Manager - Membership, Affiliation & Inclusion at Volleyball NSW
2021 Graduate Michael Massih
This course changed my life. Although I had the lived experiences, what I didn’t have was the qualifications and knowledge in this space. I got all this through the Cert IV in Elite Athlete Wellbeing Course. It has given me the tools & resources to support our athletes and I would recommend any person who is looking to get into this space has to do this course.
2019 Graduate Luke GoodwinHead of Wellbeing at Canterbury Bankstown Bulldogs RLFC
2019 Graduate Luke Goodwin