OC16 Consultant Certification

Unlock the Future of Business and Large Group Dynamics.

Become an Officially Certified OC16 Consultant through the BG5 Business Institute with this three semester certification course.

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Self-Study Program

Format: Flexible Self-Study – Access recorded classes anytime

Flexible Start Date: Begin when you're ready and learn at your own pace

Semesters: 3 Semesters of 10 Two Hour Classes

Semester 1: WA Theory - Understanding Large Group Dynamics

Semester 2: Personal WA Dynamics & Gap Engineering

Semester 3: Alpha Playbook & Lines of Communication

Where: On-Demand Self-Study Online Classroom

Prerequisite: Semester 2 of the BG5 Certification Course

Limited Time Bonus: Enjoy 3 private mentoring sessions with your instructor per semester

3 Semester Adventure

Join Us For An Incredible Journey!

This is one of the most profound, eye-opening, and transformational courses you’ll experience as part of the official BG5 Certification Program. You will gain deep insights into how the world functions, how we communicate and how we can successfully work together as humanity moving forward into the future.

OC16 is the foundational structure of groups and organizations of 10 or more people. In this course we will explore the underlying mechanics of how conditioning operates in a broader context. We will break down the fundamental elements and lines of communication within larger groups and organizations. We will undercover the hidden mechanisms that controls humanity and how to use it in a positive and productive way.

Through this course you will understand how to engineer a larger group for success and
give the owner, leader or manager the executive playbook that will allow them to create an organization where people are inspired, motivated, fulfilled and excited to work together as family, with a future to provide valued products and services that support and empower humanity.

At the end of this course, along with the completion and approval of 3 Semester Projects, you will be able to deliver Alpha One Large Business Leadership Analysis and ongoing consulting by becoming an officially certified OC16 Large Business Consultant.

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Semester 1

WA Theoretics:
Understanding Large Group Dynamics

In Semester 1, we will explore the trans-auric phenomenon known as the WA. Just as bees swarm, birds flock, and fish school—humans Penta and WA.

Learn the unseen mechanism that organizes us into large functional (and dysfunctional) systems—and the profound influence it has on how we communicate, lead, follow, and function in groups of ten or more. You’ll discover the six lines of communication that govern all large-scale organizations and explore how they shape power, productivity, and purpose at scale.

In this semester, we’ll dive into:

What OC16/WA is and how it operates.
The Superior and Inferior Penta Dynamics (upper and lower management).
A detailed breakdown of the six Powerbases and lines of communication.
The roles each of us naturally play in large groups based on our design.
And much more.

The Semester 1 Project invites you to observe yourself—and humanity—through a new lens. You’ll track the influence of large group dynamics in real time, whether in business, government, education, or global events.

"I’ve worked in corporate strategy for years, but nothing has explained organizational behavior like this. OC16 gave me a precision tool for navigating team dynamics and leadership structures."

Semester 2

 Personal WA Dynamics & Gap Engineering in Large Group Dynamics

This semester begins with a practical turn inward—how WA dynamics personally affect you. You’ll learn how to recognize the WA’s influence in your own design, identify the roles you’re here to play in large systems, and uncover the distractions that pull you off track when you’re in the wrong environment or position.

From there, we’ll shift to building an OC16 from the ground up: starting with a strong Foundation Penta, scaling through an Expansion Penta, and evolving into a Coordinating Penta to activate the full WA dynamic. You'll also explore the strategic power of Gapping at every stage—how absence can be just as powerful as presence in group engineering.

Semester 2 explores:

How you’re personally influenced and your role in the WA.
Building a successful Foundation Penta.
Growing a business through the Expansion Penta.
Adding the Coordinating Penta to evolve into OC16 dynamics.
Harnessing Gapping to increase focus, alignment, and productivity.
And much more.

The Semester 2 Project invites you to observe yourself while actively working with a real-world team, organization, or business leader—taking your first steps into the field of WA-based group consulting and energetic engineering.

"Learning how to build an OC16 from scratch gave me a framework I could use immediately with clients and teams. The idea of ‘Gapping’ alone changed how I structure teams. I also saw the underlying dynamics of how the OC16 affects me personally. "

Semester 3

Line of Communication & The Alpha Playbook in Large Group Dynamics

In this final semester, everything comes together.

You’ll be equipped to deliver the Alpha Playbook—a customized communication and leadership strategy—for the owner, leader, or manager of any large group. This is where theory becomes transformation. You’ll learn how to support Alphas not just as a consultant, but as a trusted advisor who can decode their leadership style, align their message, and engineer lasting organizational flow.

The heart of this semester is learning how to truly partner with the Alpha—understanding their aspirations, challenges, and communication style, then building the structural and strategic support they need to lead effectively.

Semester 3 covers:

How to build rapport with the Alpha and uncover their hopes, dreams, and leadership challenges.
How each of the 6 lines of communication interacts with Alpha dynamics.
Guiding the Alpha to communicate with precision, efficiency, and influence.
Identifying and empowering their committed allies to carry the message.
Structuring specialized teams to manage and direct communication.
Creating the Alpha’s personalized Playbook for Success.

The Final Project invites you to work directly with a real team, group, or leader to develop their Alpha Playbook—applying the full OC16 methodology, including gapping strategies and communication lines.
Once your project is approved, you will be officially certified as an OC16 Large Organization Business Consultant.

"The Alpha Playbook isn’t just a tool—it’s a strategy for transformation. I used it with a client’s leadership team, and it instantly clarified roles, improved communication, and boosted morale."

Invest in Your Future — Choose the Payment Option That Fits You Best

We believe in making your journey to becoming a Certified OC16 Consultant as accessible and flexible as possible.

Whether you prefer to pay in full, spread out your payments, or register semester by semester, there’s an option designed to fit your needs and support your success.

Program Pay-In-Full

Commit to your full journey upfront and step fully into your transformation. One simple payment covers the entire three-semester certification program.

$5,400

One Time Pay-In-Full Pricing

Save $600 off Regular Pricing by Paying In Full

When you commit to the full program upfront, you’re securing your journey, locking in the best value, and setting yourself up for success with no future payments to worry about!

Program Payment Plan

Spread your investment over time with our 12-month payment plan. Enjoy the ease of manageable monthly payments while securing your spot in the full certification program.

$500

Monthly for 12 Months

Spread Payments Out Over Time

Note: Semester 2 will be released after Payment 4 and Semester 3 will be released after Payment 8

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Per Semester

Prefer to pace yourself?

Pay for each semester individually.

$1800

Pay-In-Full Pricing
Regular Price $2000

Pay-In-Full Special Pricing

Start with Semester 1 and pay for each semester when you are ready to continue. Payment Plans are also available per Semester when you register.

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What’s Included

This program is designed to give you everything you need to fully understand, embody, and deliver the power of OC16 Consulting — with professional tools, deep training, and ongoing support every step of the way.

Here's what you'll receive:

3 Powerful Semesters covering every essential aspect of OC16 Large Business Consulting.
10 Live Classes per Semester — deep-dive, interactive sessions taught by Karen Sherwood and supported by advanced student assistants for multiple perspectives.
2-Hour Classes — allowing plenty of time for teaching, examples, and real-world application.
Pre-Class Discussions to help you prepare, focus, and get the most out of every session.
Integration Activities designed to help you embody and apply the information, not just learn it.
Cheat Sheets that make complex concepts easy to reference and put the information together for your client.
Course Slide Handouts to follow along during classes and capture important insights and notes.
Class Recordings — revisit the material anytime you need a refresher or want to deepen your mastery.

EXTRA BONUS: As a Self-Study Course you will also be able to schedule 3 one-on-one empowerment mentoring sessions per semester with Karen Sherwood to answer questions and gain support on your journey. (Regular Sessions are $350 per session: This is a $1050 Value per Semester)

Meet Your OC16 Instructor
& Assistants

Instructor

Karen Sherwood

Karen Sherwood is one of the leading pioneers and authorities in BG5 - Human Design for Business. As an instructor for the BG5 Business Institute and former Director of Training, Marketing and Educational Development, Karen helped launch the BG5 Business Institute and helped develop the course curriculum and training materials.

In addition to being an Instructor, Karen is also a director at BG5Solutions.com - a BG5 Career & Business Consulting Firm empowering individuals, teams and leaders in their career and business as a Certified BG5, OC16, Profit Potential and Cycles Consultant.

Karen has worked with and taught BG5/Human Design for over a decade and has over 25 years of management experience. Karen brings her knowledge and real world field experience to both her training and work with clients and has a passion for getting this information out into the world.

Course Assistants

Nathalie Keijzer, Juan Jose Piedra Molina, Conan Chen & Cristina Pasqualotto

You’ll be supported throughout your journey by our highly skilled assistants who bring both deep knowledge and real-world experience to the table.

They are advanced students who have studied extensively, mastered the material, and have previously assisted in BG5 programs. They not only understand the depth and nuance of OC16 — they’ve lived it, practiced it, and successfully applied it in real-world settings with their clients.

Their role is to enhance your learning experience by offering additional insights, answering questions, providing guidance during class discussions, and helping you integrate the material into practical application.

With their wealth of knowledge, professional experience, and commitment to your success, you’ll have the extra support you need to truly thrive.

You’re in good hands — every step of the way.