When: 23 Feb 2026 - 8 Mar 2026 About this training: This teacher training programme enables participants to complete the MBCL teacher training offered in two modules. The process involves an orientation session and 6 days online training (38 hours tutor-led teaching), with a minimum of 2x2 hours meeting in a small group at self-arranged times. Participants are also required to read the workbook in advance. Content of the MBCL Teacher Training-Programme: Learning Objectives: Pre-requisites for attending and Registration: All Applicants are required to have completed either: - a 3-day MBCL Foundation Course or - an eight-week MBCL training as a participant with a qualified MBCL teacher, in person or online - see here for MBCL course in October 2025; or - an MBCL Foundation Course or an MBCL Retreat with a qualified MBCL Tutor. (see https://www.mindfulness-secular-retreats.org.uk/calendar/ or www.mbcl-international.net for different options) In addition, applicants need to have: EITHER: qualified as a mindfulness teacher (MBSR or MBCT, or equivalent, e.g. Breathworks) from a recognized training institute. On successful completion of the MBCL TT Programme, and following a minimum of 3 hours of supervision during teaching MBCL to groups, one can be registered on www.mbcl-international.net as a qualified MBCL Teacher and offer the formal MBCL-programme as an advanced course to participants who completed a basic mindfulness course (MBSR/MBCT/Breathworks). This is in line with the Good Practice Guidelines for Mindfulness-Based teaching in the UK. As this is a postgraduate education one is expected to have the professional integrity and responsibility to judge when one is ready to offer MBCL independently. Those who do not feel confident to do so as yet after the TT are advised to seek further training and supervision and/or obtain experience as a co-teacher. Those who have almost completed their mindfulness teacher training and have an aspirant registration can also apply for the MBCL TT programme. However, they only obtain their qualification following completion of their training and full professional registration as a mindfulness teacher. OR: qualified in a (mental) health or other helping profession without MBSR/MBCT teacher qualification. They should have followed basic training and gained experience in mindfulness-based interventions (e.g. ACT, DBT, MBCT) and/or wish to do the training to deepen their own practice and their therapeutic or counselling skills with mindfulness-based and compassion-focused interventions. For this group the minimum requirements are that one has followed an eight-week MBSR/MBCT course and has at least one year regular practice in mindfulness meditation. Those belonging to this group can be registered as a Professional working with MBCL: as a professional being trained in guiding exercises and working with material from the MBCL programme and applying this in their own professional setting within the ethical guidelines of their profession, individually or in groups. Please note, one can only register as a formal MBCL-teacher and offer the full MBCL-programme under its name, when one is also a formal MBSR or MBCT teacher. Required reading in advance: Participants will need to be familiar with the content and have a copy of the MBCL workbook: A practical guide to Mindfulness-Based Compassionate Living - Living with Heart by Erik van den Brink & Frits Koster, with Victoria Norton, 2018. London/New York: Routledge. This will support familiarity with the curriculum content including didactic themes for each session. About the trainers: Click on the names above to find out more about our trainers. Online information: Online, via Zoom. A Zoom link will be sent nearer to the start date. Please check you have the best internet connection possible. Use of an ethernet cable can improve the quality of the connection. Timings: Orientation meeting - Mon 23rd February 2026; 7-9pm Module 1: Sat 28th February, Sunday 1st March & Mon 2nd March 2026; 9am-12pm and 2-5pm Please note All times are UK (GMT). If you are attending from a different time zone, please check equivalent timings in your time zone. Please ensure you are able to attend the entire event. If this is not possible, please contact us to discuss before submitting an application. Preparation for the event and what you will need: In order to participate in the training, you will need: -A room where you can close the door and engage in the training away from family distraction. It is particularly important that confidentiality is maintained by ensuring that those who are not on the training cannot see your screen or hear the audio. It may be helpful to use headphones. -Log in via a computer which is resting on a hard surface and which has audio and webcam. Please don’t use handheld devices. -A space for practice, a mat, cushion and blanket may be helpful for your comfort. The Zoom meeting link for the whole training will be sent prior to the start date. Our rates: Our rates have no hidden extras and include the £100 non-refundable deposit. Standard rate – £912 Bursary-assisted places are available on this event until 6 weeks before the event starts, we encourage early applications. If you would like to apply for a bursary-assisted place less than 6 weeks before the start date of the event please get in touch to discuss if an application is possible. When applying for a bursary-assisted place, please first register on the event and select the fee ‘I’m applying for a bursary-assisted place’. Once you have registered for the event you will also need to complete and return a bursary application form. To find out more about our bursary schemes, criteria for bursary applications and to complete the bursary application form please visit: https://home.mindfulness-network.org/bursaries/ Employer’s rate: Recognising the administrative overhead of dealing with employers, there is a £50 surcharge if the employer is paying directly; where possible we would advise applicants to pay themselves and reclaim on expenses to avoid the charge. If you would like to pay a £100 deposit in the first instance please choose the applicable rate in the drop-down list in the application form. Application and payment process: Our application and payment process involve the following steps: -We receive your application form and assess it to ensure that this event is suitable for you. We endeavour to make assessments within a week. -Upon offering you a place, we will then invoice you either a £100.00 deposit or for the full amount, depending which option you choose when you complete your application. -Your place is confirmed once we receive your deposit or full payment. -If you selected to pay the deposit only, we will invoice you for the balance four months before the event starts. -Your place is fully confirmed once we receive your full payment. -We will email you the joining instructions in advance of the course. Payment and cancellation policy: Please read our Terms and Conditions for information regarding payments and cancellations. Other information: Please see the British Association of Mindfulness-Based Approaches (BAMBA) for good practice guidelines and other information for mindfulness-based teachers. Contact us: Please feel free to email us at retreats@mindfulness-network.org to discuss any questions you may have about the course or whether it is appropriate for you at this time. We will ensure that your query reaches the correct person.
Where: Online Event
Tutors: Alison Evans, Frits Koster
Module 2: Fri 6th March, Saturday 7th March & Sun 8th March 2026; 9am-12pm and 2-5pm
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