Mindfulness Scotland delivers a one-year Mindfulness Teacher Training course, based in Glasgow, which has been accredited by the UK Network of Mindfulness Training Organisations. This course intends to train Health & Social Care professionals to deliver Mindfulness Based Approaches to those suffering from a variety of physical and psychological health issues, as well as to those wishing to explore ways of managing stress.
The programme includes six full day training sessions, a specialist workshop, and an optional silent retreat. In addition, we host masterclasses in order to support our trainees to develop the skills required to deliver effective and safe eight week programmes in either MBCT or MBSR. We also host a Soup and Silence evening for our trainees every six to eight weeks to support the development of our community of practice.
Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) (Segal, Williams and Teasdale) has been developed based on the principles and practices of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn. MBCT also includes elements of a Cognitive Behavioral approach.
Both MBCT and MBSR adopt an eight week course structure. This training course will explore the key principles of both approaches to enable trainees to adapt their teaching in order to meet the needs of their course participants.
This course is delivered as a one year part-time course to offer those from a Health & Social Care professional background the skills needed to deliver mindfulness approaches within the setting in which they practice.
The next course commences on 7th September 2019.
The programme includes six full day training sessions, a specialist workshop, and an optional silent retreat. In addition, we host masterclasses in order to support our trainees to develop the skills required to deliver effective and safe eight week programmes in either MBCT or MBSR. We also host a Soup and Silence evening for our trainees every six to eight weeks to support the development of our community of practice.
Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) (Segal, Williams and Teasdale) has been developed based on the principles and practices of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn. MBCT also includes elements of a Cognitive Behavioral approach.
Both MBCT and MBSR adopt an eight week course structure. This training course will explore the key principles of both approaches to enable trainees to adapt their teaching in order to meet the needs of their course participants.
This course is delivered as a one year part-time course to offer those from a Health & Social Care professional background the skills needed to deliver mindfulness approaches within the setting in which they practice.
The next course commences on 7th September 2019.
Feedback from Participants
"I was delighted to be accepted onto the Teacher Training course for Mindfulness Based Approaches in 2016/17. Coming from a non-NHS background, I was apprehensive about stepping into a new learning environment; however, being on the course with Mindfulness Scotland has been one of the most fulfilling learning experiences of my career.
The tutors Alistair, Stephanie, Karen and Brenda are passionate in their aims to produce competent teachers; this shines through in their deep knowledge and understanding of Mindfulness, through its theories, best practice approaches and the communities they are involved in. They teach a stretching curriculum, one which you will get out of, what you put in and with a level of support that allows you to reach your potential.
Not only am I delighted to have achieved my certificate of competence with Mindfulness Scotland, but even more so, I’ve opened up my networks and met the most wonderful group of like-minded people., including the Mindfulness Scotland team who I feel privileged to have the continued opportunities to network with and count as friends."
The tutors Alistair, Stephanie, Karen and Brenda are passionate in their aims to produce competent teachers; this shines through in their deep knowledge and understanding of Mindfulness, through its theories, best practice approaches and the communities they are involved in. They teach a stretching curriculum, one which you will get out of, what you put in and with a level of support that allows you to reach your potential.
Not only am I delighted to have achieved my certificate of competence with Mindfulness Scotland, but even more so, I’ve opened up my networks and met the most wonderful group of like-minded people., including the Mindfulness Scotland team who I feel privileged to have the continued opportunities to network with and count as friends."
- K.S., Senior H.R. Officer, Glasgow City Council
"I found the course interesting, practical, and very well structured. By the end of the course I felt well prepared to co-facilitate an 8 week course. I particularly liked the teaching style which was friendly and humane. I also really enjoyed the break out groups and the group home practices, where we learned to deliver the meditation practices, enquiry and psycho-education to our peers. The fact that there are ongoing drop in sessions and learning events after completing the course is an added bonus."
- Dr R. S., University of Glasgow, Department of General Practice
Course Structure
The course will be delivered over seven days during the course of an academic year – in addition to regular peer learning and support groups. This includes an Inquiry Workshop between teaching days 1 and 2. You will also be allocated to a peer practice group which will meet at least once between teaching days for support and informal teaching practice. This is a core requirement of the training programme.
Assessment of competence to teach will be informed by the MBI-TAC (2012) guidance and includes:
Teaching days for the next intake will be:
The optional retreat is planned for June 4th (evening) to June 7th 2020 (after lunch).
Assessment of competence to teach will be informed by the MBI-TAC (2012) guidance and includes:
- Personal Practice Reflective Essay (based on a personal practice diary)
- Written assignment (2,000 words)
- Mindful Movement teaching assessment
- Assessment of one other core practice
Teaching days for the next intake will be:
- September 7th 2019
- October 26th 2019
- November 16th 2019 (Enquiry Workshop with Dr Margaret Kerr)
- December 7th 2019
- January 18th 2020
- February 29th 2020
- April 25th 2020
The optional retreat is planned for June 4th (evening) to June 7th 2020 (after lunch).
Cost
The cost for the course is £1,250 (excluding the retreat cost). There are several payment options.
- Payment in full by funder by 3rd August 2019
- Letter of support indicating intention to fund and date of full payment
- If a letter of support is not possible, a deposit of £300 (by 3rd August 2019) will be required from the course participant. This will be refunded when full payment is received
- Payment by instalment with a deposit of of £350 (by 3rd August 2019) and six subsequent payments of £150
Mindfulness Scotland Training Team
- The course is delivered by Dr Alistair Wilson (Consultant Psychiatrist), Stephanie Wilson (Specialist Physiotherapist) and Karen Glass (Practice Development Physiotherapist), with support from other teachers from the Mindfulness Scotland team.
- Mindfulness Scotland will deliver the course in accordance with the UK Network for Mindfulness-Based Teachers ‘Good Practice Guideline for teaching Mindfulness-Based Course'.
- The course content has been submitted to the UK Network of Mindfulness Teacher training organisations and has been validated by inclusion in their list of recognised training courses.
- Course Tutors receive mentorship for their role as trainers from the Centre for Mindfulness Research and Practice; Bangor University and further affiliation with the centre is under discussion.
Entry Requirements
Relevant training in mental or physical health or social care, as outlined in national recommendations for mindfulness teachers:
- Completion of an 8 week mindfulness programme.
- Evidence of commitment to an ongoing personal mindfulness practice.
- A professional qualification in mental or physical health care, social care, or equivalent life experience, recognised by the organisation or context within which the teaching will take place.
- Knowledge and experience of the client group that the mindfulness-based course will be delivered to, including experience of therapeutic or other care provision interventions.
Application Guidelines
Applications for the course commencing 7th September 2019 are now welcome.
Please apply using our application form which can be found here or at the top of this page. A CV or other form of application will not be considered as a valid application for the course.
Please complete the application form (above) and return to the administrator at: info@mindfulnessscotland.org.uk. If you would prefer to post your application please contact us for a postal address.
Following the application deadline of 21st June 2019, Mindfulness Scotland will undertake a selection process. Suitable applicants will receive an email to arrange a short telephone call. This will help us, and you, to clarify that the training course will be appropriate for you at this time in your life. Everyone who has applied will be notified of the outcome of their application by the end of June 2019.
Please apply using our application form which can be found here or at the top of this page. A CV or other form of application will not be considered as a valid application for the course.
Please complete the application form (above) and return to the administrator at: info@mindfulnessscotland.org.uk. If you would prefer to post your application please contact us for a postal address.
Following the application deadline of 21st June 2019, Mindfulness Scotland will undertake a selection process. Suitable applicants will receive an email to arrange a short telephone call. This will help us, and you, to clarify that the training course will be appropriate for you at this time in your life. Everyone who has applied will be notified of the outcome of their application by the end of June 2019.
Decision Process & Waiting List
The Training and Education committee of Mindfulness Scotland will screen all applications and select trainees whose visions and aims are in accord with those of Mindfulness Scotland. Priority will also be offered to those with clear support from their service manager, indicating a readiness to use the skills developed on the training course.
Some applicants will be placed on the waiting list with an allocated number. Should a place become available as a result of cancellation, this will be offered to the next applicant on the list. Applicants who are placed on the waiting list will automatically be offered a place on the next course. Unfortunately Mindfulness Scotland is unable to reserve a place for any individual prior to the application process.
If you have any further enquiries, please email us at info@mindfulnessscotland.org.uk.
Some applicants will be placed on the waiting list with an allocated number. Should a place become available as a result of cancellation, this will be offered to the next applicant on the list. Applicants who are placed on the waiting list will automatically be offered a place on the next course. Unfortunately Mindfulness Scotland is unable to reserve a place for any individual prior to the application process.
If you have any further enquiries, please email us at info@mindfulnessscotland.org.uk.
