British Mindfulness Academy

Who is it for?

This Certificate Course in 'Mindfulness for Professionals' is designed for Professionals working in a wide variety of contexts. On our testimonials page you will see how Consultant Psychiatrists, Nurses, General Practitioners, Hospice Staff, Occupational Therapists have gained great benefit on a personal and professional level from attending this course. The expansion of Mindfulness through every stream of society is evidenced by other attendees who include Primary and Secondary School Teachers and University staff from third level organisations. A large number of Counsellors and Psychotherapists also attend as well as other mental and physical health practitioners. The course is also of benefit to Human Resources personnel, Carers and Prison Staff. It is of note that many people opt to attend this course to deepen their own level of Mindfulness. For all professionals attending this course evidence of course hours will be provided for CPD purposes.

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Course Benefits

• Well-being and decreased levels in professional burnout.Benefits the practitioner in terms of reduced stress, increased happiness levels, increased positivity, greater sense of       

• Provides an additional therapeutic tool to add value to your professional practice.

• The comprehensive materials used within this course are yours to keep.

• Daily interaction, if desired, with our Psychologist tutors via the online discussion forum.

• Post-course you have lifetime access to updated key course material via our online course archive.

• Upon course completion you can opt to join our private Facebook group to connect with like-minded professionals, who have completed this course. Membership of this group also provides access to latest relevant research from Mindfulness and Positive Psychology.

• Post course completion we can help with any queries that may arise in relation to using Mindfulness in your professional setting.

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Course Format​

• The course consists of 6 weekly modules delivered sequentially each Wednesday, in an online format for self-paced learning. There is no requirement to be online at any particular time. Contribution to the course online discussion forum is also at a time of your choice.

• Course delivery will comprise of differing media formats to provide a more engaging and personal experience. You will need access to a PC, iMac or MacBook or windows based tablet to engage with the course content - only basic computing skills are required and support can be provided if necessary. 

• In order to support participants there will be opportunities for 1-1 online interactions with course tutors for the duration of the course.

• To enhance your learning about Mindfulness, in weeks 1, 3 and 5 you will be required to participate in the online discussion board, which will focus on a particular area of Mindfulness. A commitment to shared learning and appreciation of Mindfulness in an online environment is a key element of this course.

• In weeks 2, 4 and 6 you will be asked to reflect on your progress through the course, during each of these weeks you will be required to submit a short online reflective account (maximum of 300 words) on how Mindfulness is influencing you on a personal and professional level.

*Please note: successful completion of the course and issue of a certificate will be dependent upon active participation in the discussion forums and submission of the reflective accounts as stated above.

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Time Commitment

• Approximately thirty minutes per day of Formal Mindfulness practice.

• A commitment to Informal Mindfulness practice throughout the day.

• Approximately 3 hours of online learning each week.

• Each weeks course material is released each Wednesday at 9 am. You have one full week to complete each week's course material. There is no requirement to be online at any particular time during the week.

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Course Content

• The Lineage of Mindfulness - How eastern tradition has aligned with western science.

• How our mind works and the role of thought in Mindfulness.

• Understanding the conscious and unconscious mind and how they interact in enhancing or detracting from Mindfulness practice.

• How our sensory systems are the foundational stone of Mindfulness practice.

• Neuroplasticity - how the brain changes itself.

• Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)  - the interplay of thoughts/feelings/emotions.

• The autopilot of the mind - it's advantages and disadvantages in Mindfulness.

• Mindfulness and Flow states- The Psychology of Happiness.

• Elements from MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction) and MBCT (Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy) incorporating both formal and informal Mindfulness practices.

• The use of Mindfulness in clinical practice.

• A suite of meditation practices for use in various contexts and populations.

• Evidence-based practices from CBT to negate the effects of faulty thinking styles at a conscious level.

• Scientifically validated techniques from Positive Psychology (the study of happiness)

• Contemporary Neuroscience research indicating the benefits of Mindfulness.

• Adapting Mindfulness to match the needs of unique individuals.

• Contraindications of particular Mindfulness practises in certain conditions/cohorts.

• Current research re Mindfulness in clinical practice and across contexts.

• Physiological markers of The Relaxation Response.

• Mindfulness in everyday life: How to develop and maintain an ongoing Personal and Clinical Mindfulness practice.

Please note: Completion of all 6 weeks of the course is necessary to qualify for the award of the Certificate in Mindfulness for Professionals, from the British Mindfulness Academy.

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*Please ensure that you read the Terms and Conditions before booking a course with the British Mindfulness Academy

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