Certificate in the Foundations of
Neuroleadership

The only comprehensive neuroscience foundation programme built by the institute that coined "NeuroLeadership"

The Certificate in Foundations of NeuroLeadership (CFN) equips you with evidence-based strategies to lead more effectively, influence positive change, and achieve sustainable results. Over six months, you'll gain insights into how the brain works in organisational contexts—enabling you to make better decisions, build stronger relationships, and create environments where people thrive.

Strengthen Your Leadership

Learn practical, brain-based strategies for better decision-making, stronger collaboration, and leading change that sticks.

Understand How People Work

Learn how the brain processes emotion, makes decisions, and responds to change—giving you deeper insight into your team.

Make Better Decisions

Learn how your brain processes complexity and uncertainty—then apply strategies to improve focus, problem-solving, and judgment under pressure.

Master 4 Core Domains

Access proprietary frameworks developed from 25+ years of organisational neuroscience research

Module 1

Decision Making & Problem Solving

Learn how the brain processes complex decisions and solve problems more effectively using evidence-based cognitive frameworks.

• Tour of the Brain
• AGES Model (proprietary framework)
• Focus & Attention
• Decision Making Strategies

Module 2

Emotional Regulation

Develop strategies to manage emotional responses and maintain clarity under pressure using neuroscience-backed techniques.

• Emotion Regulation Theory
• Reappraisal Techniques
• Labelling for De-escalation
• Healthy Mind Platter (proprietary)

Module 3

Collaborating with Others

Understand the brain's social needs to build high-performing teams and strengthen workplace collaboration.

• Social Brain Overview
• SCARF® Model (trademarked)
• Leading High-Performance Teams
• Cultural Neuroscience

Module 4

Facilitating Change

Apply neuroscience principles to drive organisational change and build sustainable new habits in your teams.

• Change Theory
• Neuroscience of Feedback
• Persuasion and Influence
• Habit Formation

Want to See How These Frameworks Apply to Your Organization?

Our Education Team can walk you through specific module content, discuss real-world applications in organisations like yours, and answer questions about the six-month programme structure.

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Is CFN Right for You?

Designed for evidence-driven professionals who lead learning, development, and organizational change

✓ This Programme Is Ideal For

✓ Leadership Development Professionals
✓ Learning & Development Specialists
✓ Executive Coaches & Consultants
✓ HR & Talent Management Leaders

✓ Training & Facilitation Experts
✓ Organisational Development Practitioners
✓ Change Management Professionals
✓ Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Specialists

Does this sound like you?

Our Education Team can help you determine if CFN aligns with your professional development goals and discuss how it fits within your organisation's learning strategy.

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What Our Alumni Say

Join 5,000+ certified professionals applying neuroscience in their work

★★★★★

If you've had a conversation with me over the past six months and heard me reference SCARF, amygdala hijacking, or reappraisal—now you know why! Highly recommend this programme.

Head of DE&I

Communications & Engagement

★★★★★

This programme was truly a life-changing experience! My professors were outstanding and provided invaluable insights.

People & Development Lead

Global Pharmaceutical Organisation

★★★★★

As someone leading difficult conversations on disability and DEI topics, it has been exciting to combine my expertise with scientific research.

DEI Specialist

Diversity & Inclusion Leader

Ready to Join Them?

Our Education Team can answer your questions about the programme, discuss how CFN fits your professional development goals, and walk you through the next cohort dates.

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