Post Graduate Diploma/ Executive Diploma in Health and Wellness Psychology

The Post Graduate Diploma/Executive Diploma in Health and Wellness Psychology is a multidisciplinary program designed to empower professionals, educators, health coaches, and wellness practitioners with a comprehensive understanding of how emotional, cognitive, behavioral, and social factors influence individual and community well-being. Drawing from evidence-based models and contemporary wellness frameworks, this program bridges scientific knowledge with holistic approaches to enhance mental, physical, and emotional wellness across the lifespan.

Participants will explore the mind-body connection, emotional regulation, behavior change, resilience, and lifestyle practices that support sustainable well-being. The course emphasizes the importance of prevention, self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and strengths-based approaches in promoting health and wellness in diverse settings. It also explores the growing influence of digital health tools, mindfulness, and coaching strategies in driving positive life changes.

Programme Overview:

This program offers an in-depth exploration of the core principles of health and wellness psychology, focusing on how people think, feel, and behave in ways that influence their overall well-being. Covering key topics such as emotional balance, stress management, health behavior change, social influence, and the role of meaning and purpose, the course encourages learners to understand and support well-being at both individual and systemic levels.

Participants will engage with themes including coping and resilience, lifestyle medicine, positive psychology, coaching techniques, and the social and environmental determinants of health. Special attention is given to mental health awareness, mind-body health practices, and the integration of wellness strategies in daily life, community programs, and professional work. By addressing real-world health challenges through evidence-informed strategies, the program prepares graduates to lead and support wellness-oriented initiatives in education, healthcare, corporate, and community contexts. The curriculum also emphasizes ethical awareness, cultural sensitivity, and inclusive approaches that foster compassionate and sustainable wellness leadership. 

Programme Structure

Module 1: Introduction to Health & Wellness Psychology

• Definitions and dimensions of health and wellness
• Introduction to mind-body connection
• Biomedical vs. biopsychosocial vs. holistic models
• Historical and contemporary perspectives on mind-body medicine
• Concept of holistic health and its core principles 

Module 2: Psychophysiology

• Understanding the physiological basis of mental and emotional states
• Neurobiology of Mental Health issues
• Psychoneuroimmunology (PNI)

Module 3: Healthy Personality and Psychological Well-Being

• Maslow’s hierarchy and self-actualization
• Fromm and Perls on authentic living
• Vaillant’s adaptive coping mechanisms
• Frankl’s meaning-making and post-traumatic growth
• Healthy personality traits and wellness indicators

Module 4: Emotional Balance, Stress, and Mental Health

• Understanding Stress and Its Impact
• Mental Health and Physical Wellness connection
• Behavioural and Lifestyle Consequences of Mental Illness
• Building Resilience and Emotional Regulation 

Module 5: Coping and Stress Management Strategies

• Types of Coping Mechanisms and Emotion Regulation
• Cognitive-Behavioural Approaches to Stress
• Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
• Biofeedback and Relaxation Techniques 

Module 6: Behaviour Change and Lifestyle Medicine

• Health-enhancing vs. health-compromising behaviours
• Behaviour-change models (e.g., Transtheoretical Model, Health Belief Model)
• Role of nutrition, physical activity, and sleep in mental well-being
• Digital tools and self-monitoring for health tracking
• Behaviour modification: operant conditioning, modelling, relapse prevention 

Module 7: Positive Psychology and Strengths-Based Well-Being

• Core concepts: gratitude, optimism, hope, flow, purpose
• Classification of human strengths and virtues (PERMA model)
• Pro-social behaviour and altruism
• Applications of positive psychology interventions
• Role of beliefs and cognitive restructuring 

Module 8: Integrative and Complementary Approaches to Wellness

• Integrative Medicine: blending conventional and alternative therapies
• Mind-body interventions: yoga, meditation, Tai Chi
• Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and naturopathy in mental health
• Role of spirituality and healing traditions in psychological well-being 

Module 9: Social Support and Habit Change in Wellness Coaching

• Social and Environmental Determinants of Well-Being
• Digital Lifestyles and Emotional Wellness
• Health Inequities and Social Support Systems
• The Science of Habit Formation and Behavioural Patterns
• Coaching Principles and Motivational Interviewing Mindset,
• Motivation, and Social Influence in Habit Transformation 

Module 10: Case Study

Eligibility

Graduate in any discipline is eligible for our Post Graduate Diploma and Certificate Programmes. For Executive Diploma programmes and Professional Certifications, you need to have at least 1 year of work experience.

Programme Duration

The duration to complete this programme is 1 year (Post Graduate Diploma), 6 months (Executive Diploma).

Programme Mode

Registrations are currently open for regular and online both modes.

Programme Deliverables

A comprehensive study material for all the modules in hard copies ensuring the needs of the audience. The accompanying training material is appropriately aligned with the current Industry’s expectations.

• Assignments for all the programme modules for continuous evaluation and guidance.
• Interactive or online live sessions on all key areas of the programme giving all flexibility to the participants.
• Online classes for all the modules will be conducted on the weekends. Moreover, a doubt clearing session will also be scheduled before the examination
• All the efforts are made by IGMPI faculty members to make the entire programme modules easily understandable.
• Assessment and evaluation for all the programme modules in order to enhance the levels of competencies and skills of the participants leading towards the objective of application in the job.
• At the end of each programme modules, the trainers shall obtain feedback from the participants using specially designed questionnaires.
• All learning and training delivery initiatives shall be conducted in English. 

Examination and Certification

IGMPI follows a credit system based on all learning activities involved in studying for all PG Diploma, Executive Diploma and Certificate Programmes. Each of your modules is equal to 4 credits. To successfully complete the programme, you will have to earn all the credits assigned to your programme.

All the participants are expected to appear for an online exam and are also obliged to submit assignments after each module. After successful completion, the participants will be awarded Post Graduate Diploma/Executive Diploma in Health and Wellness Psychology by Centre for Health Management and Research, IGMPI. For all the above-mentioned modules, Online Classes (Online mode) or face-to-face classes (Regular mode), elaborate programme material, self-assessment assignments would be provided by the Institute. Details get updated on the webpage as well. 

Placement Assistance & Corporate Relations

The Institute has partnered with many organizations for providing with placement assistance to its participants. Besides, it has a robust placement cell comprised of senior level Human Resources professionals and Talent Acquisition experts which maintains close links with business and industry. This cell is continuously engaged in promoting the employability of our participants and encouraging the concerned Human Resources department and Hiring Managers to recruit/hire our participants for their vacant positions. The efforts of our placement cell also include helping with professional resume writing & interview skills.

In recent months the Institute has witnessed more and more participation from professionals working with global healthcare giants like Healthcare Settings (Apollo, Max Healthcare, Fortis etc.), Corporate Wellness Centres (Amaha, Mantra Care, Nirawellness etc.), Health Coaching and Consultancy (The Health Science Academy, Aanya Wellness, Shreehi Consulting Services LLP etc.), Education and Training, NGO’s (Mindroot Foundation, The MIND foundation etc.), and Private Practices etc.

Future career prospects

As global awareness of mental health, preventive care, and holistic well-being continues to grow, the field of Health and Wellness Psychology is positioned for rapid expansion across diverse sectors. The PG Diploma/Executive Diploma in Health and Wellness Psychology is designed to evolve with emerging trends in behavioral science, lifestyle medicine, digital wellness, and integrative health. Future versions of this program will likely embrace interdisciplinary approaches, incorporating insights from neuroscience, psychoneuroimmunology, epigenetics, and public health to deepen the understanding of how psychological and lifestyle factors shape individual and community wellness.

There will be increasing emphasis on the use of digital platforms and health technologies—including mobile health apps, virtual wellness coaching, biofeedback, and wearable devices—for promoting self-regulation, healthy habits, and personalized wellness interventions. As organizations seek to build healthier workforces, demand will rise for professionals trained in employee well-being, stress resilience, and mental fitness programs.

The curriculum will continue to expand into areas such as holistic wellness, chronic disease prevention, mindfulness-based interventions, and strengths-based approaches to emotional well-being. With a growing focus on equity and inclusion, professionals will also be prepared to support diverse populations and underserved communities, addressing systemic barriers to health through culturally responsive and community-centred initiatives.

Graduates will be well-positioned for careers in corporate wellness, health coaching, education, integrative care settings, public health, mental health advocacy, and lifestyle consulting. The diploma also serves as a strong foundation for those interested in advancing to leadership roles, further academic study, or entrepreneurial ventures within the wellness and mental health industries.

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