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Module 1

Employer Wellness Program Development

This session provides a comprehensive overview and introduction on how to begin a corporate wellness program for companies of any size. This session will provide you with the basic elements of a successful wellness program, in addition to common terminologies and concepts. It will also discuss some general best practices.
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Module 2

Well-Being for the Multigenerational Workforce

With as many as five distinct generations in the workforce today, how do employers structure health and well-being programs to benefit the needs of all stakeholders? How do companies assess the needs of their employees and implement initiatives that improve workforce health while optimizing their business results? This session will review the most recent thinking on improving employee engagement in well-being initiatives and determine how (or if) these approaches differ based on the employee’s workforce generation.
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Module 3

Dynamic Communications Critical to Wellness Program Success

What does your wellness program say to your employees? Does it show a level of concern for their life satisfaction and happiness, or does it look like a corporate cost-saving strategy? Learn how your wellness program can use these same skillful psychology triggers that marketers use to inspire healthier behaviors in their population.
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Module 4

Wellness at The Ohio State University: Evidence-Based Strategies That Work to Improve Population Health & ROI!

With as many as five distinct generations in the workforce today, how do employers structure health and well-being programs to benefit the needs of all stakeholders? How do companies assess the needs of their employees and implement initiatives that improve workforce health while optimizing their business results? This session will review the most recent thinking on improving employee engagement in well-being initiatives and determine how (or if) these approaches differ based on the employee’s workforce generation.
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Module 5

How the DOL Is Raining on Macy’s Parade

This presentation will provide an overview of the legal rules applicable to employer-sponsored wellness programs, including tax rules, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, ACA, and the ADA. We will also highlight the proposed/final EEOC wellness program rules and compliance initiatives. We will endeavor to secure a panelist representative from the EEOC.
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Module 6

Measurement and Evaluation

In this module, Susan Tufts from L.L.Bean shares insights on how measuring and utilizing data and can truly create a palpable shift in culture. Susan discusses how different departments have different challenges and why it’s important that executives and managers understand all the potential challenges in effectively rolling out a successful program that really drives behavior change.
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Module 7

Stress and Resilience

This session will help you:
  • Identify the various types of stress
  • Understand the impact of stress on health and performance
  • Understand the impact of stress in the workplace
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Module 8

Leveraging Technology to Build A Proven Health and Well-Being Initiative

This session will:
  • Discuss how emerging technology is being used to drive engagement within wellness programs
  • How do best utilize this tech to gather data, analyze and strategically engage a population to lower risk
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Module 9

Workforce Preparedness

Mental health is a costly concern for employers. The Corporate Health & Wellness Association will be talking to leading employers like PepsiCo, L.L.Bean, and Delta Air Lines about how they are creating strategies that not help both their employees and their bottom line. This innovative module has three amazing sessions that will give students key takeaways for making their programs better.
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Module 1

Save Billions, Increase Participation Five-Fold, and Put $300 Million Into Employee Pockets – Cleveland Clinic Case Study

Learn the secret 6+2 “Healthy Choice Program” that Cleveland Clinic developed and launched for their employees that transformed employee health and well-being resulting in over $1billion saved for the organization and over $300 million in employee pockets.
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Module 2

C-Suite Leadership, Culture, Health, and Well-Being –Prioritizing what Matters

This session will provide rare insights from the C-Suite on leadership’s strategy towards employee health, culture, and well-being from a top-down approach. Learn how leadership is leveraging this to drive profits, productivity, and results.
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Module 3

Well-Being Alchemy: Creating/Transforming Your Professional Brand

Jesse Gavin, the Wellness Director at Baylor College of Medicine, has developed a comprehensive module aimed at helping corporate wellness managers refine their personal branding. This module covers essential concepts such as defining personal branding, understanding its impact on professional success, and how it influences overall well-being. Through these lessons, participants will learn to develop personal brands that align with their career goals and values, enhancing their ability to lead wellness initiatives and improve organizational culture. Additionally, participants will explore effective strategies for communicating their personal brands both within the workplace and on digital platforms.
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Module 4

Mental Health in the Workplace

This session brings together leading experts to provide a vital exploration of how mental health impacts both individuals and organizational performance. Featuring insights from professionals like Donna Fernandez, Jessica Domann, Steve Best, M.D., and Jonathan Edelheit, this module dives into practical strategies for fostering mental well-being in the workplace. Participants will learn to identify common mental health challenges, promote awareness, and implement support systems that can enhance productivity, reduce absenteeism, and create a more supportive work environment. This essential course equips leaders with the tools to build a mentally resilient workforce.
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Module 5

Mental Health – The Boiling Point

Throughthis session, you’ll learn how to approach different social classes, generations ages, genders, and races and what’s most effective for the most vulnerable groups within your workforce. We’ll show you the path to comprehensive and inclusive mental health solutions for all.
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Module 6

Empowering All: About inclusiveness

Module 6, Empowering All About Inclusiveness, led by Jesse Gavin from Baylor College of Medicine, dives into the heart of what it means to foster inclusiveness in the workplace. This module highlights the importance of creating an environment where every employee, regardless of background or role, feels valued and able to contribute. Participants will explore the benefits of inclusivity, such as enhanced participation and improved morale, while addressing common challenges like unconscious bias and limited resources. Practical strategies, from cultural competence training to accessible wellness programs, equip attendees with tools to drive real, impactful change within their organizations.
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Module 7

Healthy is Hard, Equitable Health is Harder: What it Takes for Employers to Achieve Equitable and Inclusive Wellness Outcomes

Getting healthcare right is hard. Achieving equitable healthcare? Even harder! We now know that health outcomes and risks are largely behavioral: 4 modifiable behaviors lead to 4 major conditions that are responsible for 60% of deaths and 40% of disabilities worldwide, and a whopping 27% of US healthcare spending. So how do we create healthy behavior change at scale? And how do we ensure that the levers we use cut across demographics, psychographics, health risk profiles, income, and circumstance? How do we share negative health news in a way that resonates? What tools can we use to promote access that transcends individual barriers to care? This session will unpack these complex issues and provide the audience with tangible take-home insights on leveraging behavioral tools, technology, and incentives to get equitable healthcare right.
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Module 8

Well Lab- The Happiness Experiment

This session led by Mitch Martens from Huntington Health, offers a unique, hands-on approach to understanding and cultivating happiness. Through engaging, interactive exercises rooted in positive psychology, participants explore the dimensions of happiness and learn how to enhance their well-being. This module delves into the critical interplay of nutrition, movement, and sleep—also known as the "Wellness Trifecta"—and explores the power of mindfulness, altruism, and personal strengths in boosting happiness. By the end of this course, participants will have practical tools to build a more focused, altruistic, and joyful life.
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Module 9

Families First, Top Priorities Organizations are Adopting for In-Person and Remote Workforces

In Module 9: Families First – Top Priorities Organizations are Adopting for In-Person Workers and Remote Workforces, industry leaders such as Wade Larson, Bernie C. Knobbe, Ellen Meza, and Noel Oborn guide participants through the essential strategies for developing wellness programs that cater to the unique needs of both remote and on-site employees. This module highlights the growing importance of family-centric wellness initiatives, demonstrating how organizations can enhance employee well-being, engagement, and retention by extending support to their employees' families. Through practical examples and expert insights, participants will learn how to create flexible, inclusive wellness programs that improve productivity and cultivate a positive, supportive workplace culture.
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Module 10

Wellness Worries: Designing A Compliant Wellness Program Amidst a Sea of Regulations

This session presented by Ben Conley from Seyfarth Shaw LLP, addresses the critical challenges organizations face in creating wellness programs that adhere to federal and state regulations. Corporate wellness programs offer great benefits, but they must be designed with compliance in mind to protect employee rights and avoid legal complications. This module provides a detailed roadmap for understanding key regulations like the ADA, HIPAA, GINA, and the ACA, offering participants practical strategies for navigating complex legal requirements while fostering a healthy, productive workplace culture.
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Module 11

Frontiers of Wellness Technology Gain insights and expertise from top-tier speakers representing renowned organizations

This interactive conversation brings together several leading experts on workplace health and productivity. The panel has representation from group benefits insurance, health and wellness technology and services, benefits brokers, and academia. Tune in as they discuss recent implications for workplace health solutions and how technology meets employers’ and vendors’ needs alike. Furthermore, discover how the industry is developing and deploying innovative solutions to reduce the risk and complications of chronic and episodic health conditions and drive employee engagement towards a health improvement journey.
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What they think?

“I have been involved in the healthcare industry for over 20 years and have seen the growth and evolution of corporate wellness programs. After exploring the curriculum for the Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist® and attending the annual conference I realized how much there is to learn and how valuable this program is for anyone supporting corporate wellness programs. The course provided insight into the ever changing legal and regulatory environment in addition to providing me with an opportunity to meet and network with leaders in the industry.”

Daphne Bascom
Chief Medical Officer, Cerner

“I have decided to make the Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist® a job requirement for our Business Development Managers”

Jeff Thoms
Former AVP of Healthworks Division at Atrium Health

“After diving into the curriculum for the Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist®, I realized how valuable the program is to anyone in a corporate wellness position. Best practices, legal issues, population health, standards and learning about how top programs have structured their wellness programs was invaluable to me!”

Carrie Kass
Partner, Wellness Data Solutions, LLC

“The realm of Healthy Wellbeing and Wellness is ever changing and by going through the CCWS program and obtaining certification it has given me the knowledge and additional expertise to take our internal and external programming to the next level. Healthy Wellbeing is not a “one size fits all” and obtaining certification has provided our organization and myself a skill set and “brand-ability” to assist our employee’s and the community we serve to be the best form of “you” they can be”

Stefanie Knisley
Wellness Outreach Specialist, Berger Health System

“It’s important to me to have the opportunity to obtain my Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist® because it put me in a good light with my peers and the marketplace. It also adds to the credentials of the individuals at our organization, so when we go into the boardroom of prospective clients, they understand that we know what we’re talking about.”

Alison Sugg
Strategic Solutions Consultant, Viverae, Inc

“I have a strong passion to learn and a desire to help people whenever possible. This certification provides me with a sense of accomplishment in my pursuit to be a lifelong learner and a feeling of confidence to design a wellness program that can improve the well-being of others.”

Eleni Levins
Human Resources Administrative Assistance, Universal Technical Resources Services, Inc

“Health and Wellness has always been a big part of who I am in both my personal life and wellness focused career. Taking the CCWS® course has provided me not only security and ability to grow in my personal life and career, but the knowledge and confidence needed to assist my organization and its employees in our mission of overall well-being for ourselves and the communities we serve. I look forward to continued growth through Corporate Health and Wellness Association in the ever changing world of wellness.”

Dawn Gillispie
Coordinator, Wellness Programs at Beacon Health System

“I made a presentation yesterday to a large corporation. When I told them that I was a Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist® they said, ‘We want to do business with you because you know what you’re talking about’.”

Alex Hixon
VP of Business Development, The Physicians Weigh

“I highly recommend the Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist® Course to anyone and everyone involved in corporate health and wellness, from Exercise Physiologists to Personal Trainers to HR management. The course videos are robust with information, as is the ‘Engaging Wellness’ book and course summary workbook. The exam is certainly not easy, but the course and the book will prepare you appropriately.”

Jennifer White
Fitness Center Coordinator, Health Fitness Corporation

“In the ever growing, ever developing field of corporate wellness it’s important to stay relevant, knowledgeable and credible, which is what the CCWS® has done for me. Being recognized with the CCWS® qualification ensures I’m on top of best practices and understand customized wellness programs, which further provides confidence to fulfill my responsibilities and support our employees on their path to overall well-being.”

Katy Keene
Manager of Employee Programs, Crowley Maritime Corporation

“I decided to pursue my CCWS certification after several years of assisting with our wellness program and I decided it was time to take ownership of the program and move into more of a leadership position. The certification allows others to see how personally invested I am in this role and dedicated to bringing them the most current information in the field of wellness.”

Bailey Duke
Health & Wellness Coordinator, Southern Pipe & Supply Co.

“I was very excited for the opportunity to go through the CCWS online certification. I have other wellness certifications and I think there is always more to learn, because things are always changing. It was valuable to hear real examples from others in the field on what they are doing, what’s worked and what hasn’t, and being able to apply key takeaways to your own programs.”

Missy Jenson
MS, CWWPM Senior Wellness Consultant, Erin P. Collins & Associates Inc.

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