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Mindfulness Teacher Training Course 
MTTC STRUCTURE

Dates. Monthly Themes.
20 Frequently Asked Questions 

We offer Six Months of Mindfulness Training

to support next Six Months of Mindfulness Teacher Training

 

Photo shows informal time at MTTC participants meeting in the Pauenhof Retreat Centre,

near Dusseldorf, Germany for the four-day residential retreat.

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MTTC provides every participant a set of mindfulness-based tools and practices for daily life - 

for the welfare of ourselves, others, creatures and the environment.

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Information on this Page

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  • Four Requirements to receive MTTC Certificate

  • Module 1 and Module 2. Dates/Themes of Intensive Weekends from September 2023 to September 2024.

  • 20 Frequently asked Questions about the MTTC

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Four Requirements to Receive MTTC Certificate upon completion.

1.        Completion of Module 1 of the MTTC or completion of a previous MTTC with Christopher.

2.       Attend the monthly weekend intensive Zoom sessions (Minimum of 80% attendance required)

3.       Regular online meetings within the small learning groups

4.       Completion of the portfolio requirements and assessment of portfolio by MTTC teachers.

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Module 1 of Six Months. October 2023 to October 2024

Module 2 of Six Months. March to September 2024

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We provide each month a PDF for the theme of the month. The PDF provides teachings/practices for the month.

Trainees can initiate regular contact with Christopher, Nshorna and guest teachers via emails, Whats App and Zoom for 1-1 meeting.

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Trainees will also receive PDFs offering mindfulness/meditation practices, such as mindfulness of breathing, body, feelings/emotions, loving kindness and a mindful relationship to outer events.

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In Module 2. PDFs offer practices to develop confidence in public speaking, response to needs of others, prepare and offer public talks, give classes, organise a course and skilful use of social media. Trainees will give talks, guided meditation and respond to questions in small and large groups as part of the training.

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Dates and Themes of Intensive Weekends.

One weekend per Month

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Intensive Weekends Once a Month

We meet on Saturday and Sunday. Each session starts punctually and lasts for a precise 1 hour 15 minutes. There are three meetings on Saturday and two meetings on Sunday.

 CET (Central European Time)

Saturday. 9 am - 10. 15 a.m.   12.00 noon - 13.15.   17.00 - 18.15.

Sunday 9 am - 10.15 a.m. 12 noon - 13.15. 

The sessions include a Guided Meditations, short talk on monthly themes, Q and A (Participants to Teacher, Teacher to Participants), Sharing of Experiences and more.

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MONTHLY THEMES

October 2023 – October 2024

 

MODULE 1

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 Month 1 (October 2023)

Introduction. Mindfulness of Stress

 Month 2

Mindfulness of Daily Practice

 Month 3

Mindfulness of the Body

Month 4

Mindfulness of Feelings and Emotions

 Month 5

Mindfulness to Develop the Heart-Mind

 Month 6

End of Module 1. Mindfulness of Experiences, Practices. Insights. Summary.

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MODULE 2

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Month 7

Mindfulness of a Healthy Lifestyle

Month 8

Mindfulness of Communication

Month 9

Mindfulness of Being an Agent of Change and Spirituality

 Month 10

Mindfulness of Wellbeing, Oneself and Others

 Month 11

Mindfulness of the Role of Facilitation

 Month 12

Mindfulness of Teaching Mindfulness. Summary.

 

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Please note:  Month 11. Safeguarding. Duty of Care. We will explain important guidelines to identify any risks of harm involving mindfulness in various environments. Trainees will learn about the steps and procedures to ensure safety for everybody, including reporting and documenting any challenging or threatening situations. We will give priority to portfolio requirements, teaching safely in the community, General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR), safeguarding considerations, legal requirements and how to assess your students. This is an important feature of MTTC.

 

Further Information on Module 2

 

MTTC provides every participant with a set of mindfulness-based tools and practices for daily life. These tools offer support to ourselves, others, crreatures and the environment.

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  • Participants will be required to teach two 6-week courses. This comprises teaching a session of 90 – 120 minutes once a week. Participants can offer the course to friends/family/local community.

  • Participants will offer a minimum of one individual client for one-to-one mindfulness support. (These can run simultaneously). Teachings can take place online or in person during months 7-12.

  • During months 7-12, MTTC participants will attend small group meetings with each other on a fortnightly basis for 1-2 hours maximum for support, sharing of ideas and exploration of mindfulness topics.

Portfolio Requirements

  • We will provide participants with a portfolio you are required to complete. The portfolio includes reflections on practice, feedback on your classes, details of what you can offer in your teachings and outline of your themes.

  • Monthly reflections on specific themes consists of 100 - 200 words per month, clear and precise. We accept lists and bullet points.

  • The final portfolio will need to be submitted to course leaders at the end of the course for evaluation. (You can submit any time up to 3 months after the course has finished).

  •  A two-hour Q&A session online with Christopher and Nshorna relating to your practical work/portfolio to support queries and challenges.

  •  Each participant can also book in one to ones with teachers for additional support if required. Email contact is also available.

  •  Participants will submit their portfolio to senior teachers within six months of the final weekend of teachings.

  •  MTTC will issue a Certificate of Completion once we have assessed your portfolio and met the criteria. You will then be an accredited Mindfulness Teacher.

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We look forward to seeing you. MTTC offers the potential for a significant learning curve about ourselves and our relationship to life and the capacity to serve the needs of others.

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20 Frequently Asked Questions about the MTTC

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1. What is the core purpose of the MTTC?

We offer tools for change. We wish to create Agents of Change, both inner and outer. Mindfulness practices serve as pillars of support. You can adapt mindfulness to your areas of expertise. As a Mindfulness Teacher, you will have an important skill related to your work, service and knowledge to benefit others. Businesses, institutions and centres in the public and private sector welcome mindfulness classes/workshops for the staff/clients/schools/hospitals and more. You may have the opportunity to offer classes where you work or previously worked. You can also offer classes from your home or a rented room near where you live.

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2. What does the MTTC offer?

The MTTC offers residential programs ranging from a long weekend to a weeklong for transformation and empowerment. The MTTC will generate a depth of sharing and communication. MTTC will offer a unique programme to bring the best out of a human being. There will be online guidance with the opportunity for video conferencing. Participants can choose whether to become an accredited Mindfulness Teacher or simply learn skills for personal development. We will provide you with a range of minfulness/meditation practices, as mindfulness of breathing, postures, body scan, loving kindness meditations and bring to daily life experiences.

 

3. Is there a key feature of the MTTC?

We offer tools for change. The course addresses five main themes - mindfulness, tools, lifestyle, communication and leadership. Right from the start, we will offer training to develop the power of your voice. Participants will learn to exercise their authority to speak in front of others, give talks and answer questions. Participants will receive guidance on the tone of voice, construction of language, content and the communication of authority.

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4. Why is the history of the MTTC and its primary purpose?

Between 2011 and 2016, we offered 12-month mindfulness training courses (MTC). More than 350 participated during the five years. In 2016, we prepared the first MTTC, which started the following year in Germany and Israel. MTTC has provided training for around 240 people so far. We believe caring people have the potential to become Agents of Change. This will require a depth of mindfulness of issues, dedication, and development of wise skills, as well as self-knowledge. The MTTC will contribute to a skilful approach to inner and outer work.

 

5. How does MTTC differ from other mindfulness courses?

We encourage participants to explore creative ways to apply and teach mindfulness. You can link mindfulness to knowledge, life experience, roles, livelihood and more.  The MTTC intends to take participants to a new level of human potential. We offer a course with a depth of exploration to open the heart and mind to profound insights and wisdom. We will also make wise authority/leadership as an important focus. The two primary teachers have devoted decades between them attending to the needs of people and challenging issues. We offer a depth of exploration. There is a registration cost for each module of six months and then a monthly request for a donation to support our work and living costs.

  

6. Will the MTTC use Buddhist language?

We will use secular language throughout. The course will be free from religious/spiritual language. Participants will use their discretion in terms of the use of religious/spiritual language in daily life. MTTC addresses issues of suffering, personally, socially and in our institutions. The course points the way to resolving problematic life.

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7. Do I need to have attended Buddhist retreats before joining the MTTC?

No. The MTTC does not require retreat experience to join the Course. We invite people committed to inner and outer change. The Course is suitable for people who are emotionally stable, caring and wish to support the welfare of others. Retreats and pilgrimages have the potential to support a life of wisdom and compassion.

 

8. How much contact will participants have with the teachers?

Participants can have personal contact with the teachers via email, WhatsApp, Skype or Zoom to support the practice and application.

 

9. Christopher is the founder of the MTTC and senior teacher. How much will he be available?

Christopher will attend all weekend Zoom sessions, the residential teaching in Germany and non-residential England. Nshorna will deliver teachings at the start of Module 2 alongside Christopher.

 

Assistant teachers will support the training. There will be the opportunity for e-mail contact with teachers and assistant teachers during Module 1 and 2.

 

10. Will there be an opportunity to explore ideas to help become Agents of Change?

Yes. We will encourage and explore critical issues, inner and outer.  We wish to empower all participants to address issues in daily life.

 MTTC will include:  

In alphabetical order  

  • Action

  • Death

  • Ego

  • Environment

  • Family

  • Health

  • Identity

  • Lifestyle

  • Love,

  • Media

  • Money

  • Nature

  • Relationships

  • Spiritual Experiences

 Ideas/Reflections/Mindfulness/Meditation/Insights have validity if applied. Participants will take notes and address the application of ideas/insights. We will explore ways for Agents of Change to work together.

 

11. Will participants support each other?

Yes. We will provide the email addresses of everybody, including teachers. The participants will meet in small online groups to practice with each other monthly.

 

12. What are the commitments after the initial residential retreat?

The trainee is required to attend a minimum of 80% of all teachings/meetings. For module 2, submission of your portfolio is required alongside successful deliverance of your teachings in your community or online.

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13. Will everyone receive a certificate?

We will provide a certificate to each participant providing that you have completed 80% or more of the MTTC in Module 1. Please note, completion of Module I does not authorise you to teach mindfulness to others. The training in Module 1 will give immense support to your daily life. To become an a Mindfulness Teacher, you will need to complete Module 2. You will then receive our MTTC certificate.

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14. Is there anything participants can do before the MTTC starts?

Yes. Go to any classes, workshops, retreats that you sense will support mindfulness and insights. Maximise your time outdoors in nature. Keep a journal detailing your experiences, qualities, and limitations. Find a person or group with whom you can share your experiences. Read essays/books and listen to audio/YouTube on the development of a wise and compassionate life.

 

16. Can you be more specific about what I will need to include in the portfolio in module 2?

 Your Portfolio can include:

  • Evidence of the Mindfulness Course you provided, e.g., videos, pictures, audio recordings.

  • Planning details of classes/themes.

  • Client assessments/registration forms

  • Any promotional material

  • Planning of course content

  • Regular written reflections on own practice

  • Identifying areas for development and steps you take to achieve this.

  • Feedback forms from participants in your course, including constructive criticism.

  • Risk assessments/considerations of those attending a class or course with you.

  • Issues you encountered and how you overcome them.

  • Evaluation of our course. What went well? What will you develop?

  • Areas you identify that require further knowledge/training/skills.

 

17. Will MTTC assess my portfolio on English grammar, punctuation, and spelling?

No. The purpose of the portfolio is for us to assess the mindfulness support that you can give to others. You can be creative with how you deliver your portfolio and we encourage you to use a range of resources such as audio clips, videos, pictures.

 

18. Why the change to the two-module approach?

We felt the course structure needed to change to allow options for people to attend the MTTC. Some wish to teach mindfulness as a service including in a professional capacity. Others wish to develop the skills learnt in mindfulness to implement for the wellbeing of themselves and others. Some wish to become a Mindfulness Teacher at a later stage.

 

19. What is the role of invited guest teachers?

Guest teachers will offer a 60-minute session once a fortnight between Monday and Friday starting at 20.00 (CET). The guest teacher will decide how the time is used. They may also listen to small group meetings from time to time and give a response in closing minutes. We will offer guest teaches a donation from the registration cost.

 

20. Why do you request a registration charge and donations instead of a fixed fee for the six months or 12 months?

We share a primary purpose of offering a service, affordable and deep in content. Both of us remain realistic to cover daily life expenses and support for the family. Our approach belongs to a 2500-year-old tradition of relying primarily on donations (dana in the Buddhist tradition). This expresses our trust in your ongoing support through the year and your willingness to respond. We looked at the prices of other yearlong mindfulness training courses. From our Google search, cost of courses ranged from €2200 up to €8000.We review MTTC finances year by year. MTTC may offer the most affordable comprehensive training available worldwide.

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