International Training Programme: Reviews
Hear from participants of our International Training Programme and discover how our courses in behaviour change have helped them in their work or studies.
Introductory Course
Elif, Psychologist and Health Behaviour Change Researcher
Participant of our introductory training course, 2024
“The course’s interactive style was really helpful to digest knowledge.”
Read more about Elif’s experience and her top tips for getting the most out of the course.
Yasmina, Education Specialist, Indonesia
Participant of our introductory training course, 2025
“Completing this course has been an incredibly valuable experience. The course provided me with practical tools and frameworks, such as the Behaviour Change Wheel (BCW), COM-B model, and Behaviour Change Techniques (BCTs), which I can directly apply to my work with PERI BUMI and other AKAR Family units.
One of the most significant advantages of this course was its self-paced structure, allowing me to complete it amidst a busy schedule. The weekly reminder emails kept me on track, ensuring I stayed engaged and completed each module on time. Additionally, the peer review process was particularly insightful—not only did I receive constructive feedback on my work, but I also learned from the perspectives and strategies of others. I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to design evidence-based interventions that create sustainable behavior change in their communities.”
Becky, Founder and CEO of a behaviour change agency, UK
Participant of our introductory training course, 2026
“I’ve just started the UCL Centre for Behaviour Change course via FutureLearn, and it’s already proving hugely valuable. COM-B is a familiar model - but revisiting it through this lens is helping me challenge assumptions, think more systematically, and spot blind spots in how we approach behavioural diagnosis.
One of the best parts? The peer exchange. Reading how others define behaviour, reflect on its complexity, and approach intervention design has been unexpectedly energising. It’s a powerful reminder that behaviour change isn’t just a toolkit, it’s a conversation. And one that’s better when more voices are in the mix. Looking forward to bringing this thinking into all our work this year.”
Intermediate Course
Nassima, Gender Equality Specialist at Plan International Belgium
Participant of our intermediate training course (September 2024)
“I appreciated the interactive format, which blended theory, group discussions, and practical application to address challenges specific to my field of work. I would highly recommend this course to anyone interested in understanding and applying the principles of behaviour change to their work. The course provides a robust framework and practical tools that are directly applicable to real-world challenges.”
Read more about Nassima’s experience of our intermediate training course and how she plans to use it in her work.
Claire, Senior Lecturer in Physiotherapy and NIHR Advanced Fellow at Brunel University London
Participant of our intermediate training course (September 2024)
Read more about Claire’s experience of our intermediate training course and how she plans to use it in her work.
Alin, a Senior Executive in the financial services industry and Associate Professor in Economics and Behavioural Economics
Participant of our intermediate training course (September 2024)
Advanced Modules
"Such a useful course and makes me feel like I can apply the latest in behavioural change science to my own work. I'm always looking to follow best practice and value the importance of standardisation, and I think everyone involved in behaviour change work should attend this training!"
"Behaviour Change is complex and so are ontologies! But learning about it doesn't have to be - thanks to the skilled team behind the Human Behaviour Change Project (and The Apricot Project)"