Now also available in the UK and America.

Sydney Institute of Meditation offers an 80-hour science-based Meditation Teacher Training course.  This course is accredited by the Meditation Association of Australia (MA), which is the highest accrediting body in Australia for Meditation.  Therefore, the course is of the highest calibre.  And for many health practitioners, it can be used for CPD points.

Please have a look at our reviews at the bottom of the page, and also at our Google Business reviews.

 

Course Description                                                                    

This science-based Meditation Teacher Training Course is a weekly 2-hour lesson, for 12 weeks.  This allows time for real development and personal insight for students, as they practice different types of meditation, and learn about themselves.  Part of the pleasure is the group discussions of the various topics, and being in the company of like-minded people.  Listening to each other’s guided meditations in the later lessons of the course is fun and a valuable part of the learning process.

There are now two options: 

1. If you simply wish to deepen your own practice and understanding of meditation, you can choose to do the course without receiving a certificate at the end.  This allows a participant to engage with the course to the level of their comfort.  For example, if you prefer not to complete some of the course work, you do not need to.  You can enjoy being guided by others, without having to do any guiding yourself.  There is a $250 discount for this option.
2. The second option is for those who wish to receive a certificate at completion allowing them to become a certified Meditation Teacher with MA.  

The course is practical, incorporates many different types of meditation, is experiential (in other words, lots of practice), and non-religious.  It is also easy to understand.  Read some of the reviews and comments from past students.

Skills we aim to develop in this course are:

• A deeper personal understanding of yourself, mindfulness and meditation, and as a result, more self-awareness.
• Knowledge and experience of various types of meditation.
• How to plan lessons for individuals / groups / corporate sessions / children.
• Experience in leading practices, and hence confidence.
• Knowledge of the science behind mindfulness and meditation.
• An understanding of what happiness is, the chemicals in the brain responsible for it, how we evolved to have these chemicals, and how to produce them.
• An understanding of emotions and impulses.
• The science behind optimism.
• How to communicate information effectively.

 

Prerequisites and MA Requirements for becoming a Meditation Teacher

There are no prerequisites for doing this Meditation Teacher Training course.  It starts from basics so no prior knowledge is required.   

When you finish this course you will be a Certified Meditation Teacher and can teach meditation.

If you have also been practicing meditation for at least two years, you can become a member of the Meditation Association of Australia (MA).  You are then formally recognised as having trained to a high level, can use their logo and be listed on their website.  This is automatic since MA has accredited this course.

You are eligible for a free student membership with MA whilst you are doing this course, and you receive a 50% discount on their joining fee once you have completed it.

Course Format and Delivery Mode

The course consists of 24 hours face-to-face contact on zoom, and 56 hours of self-study.  Online actually works surprisingly well.  Groups are kept small and there is plenty of opportunity for group discussions and getting to know each other.

The self-study is approximately 5 hours of work between each lesson.  It consists of reading the prescribed textbook, meditation practice of different types, preparing lessons, practice guiding, some mindfulness practices, and one assignment over the 12 weeks. 

Upcoming Meditation Teacher Training Courses:

Course	Duration	Location	Day	Dates	Times (Sydney)	Cost
1	12 weeks	Online	Mondays	18 Nov 2024 – 17 Feb 2025 (no lessons 23 & 30 Dec)	7 – 9pm	$1250

Payment

Payment in Australian dollars can be made by direct deposit into the following account:
Sydney Institute of Meditation, BSB: 032136 Account: 122636
Paypal payments are also available.

(Payment plans are available on request).

The cost of the course includes the workbook. One e-textbook is required, RRP $8.99.

Terms & Conditions of Booking:

• When you submit the booking form and pay a non-refundable $200 deposit, then your place on the course is confirmed.
• If the course is cancelled by us for any reason, then your deposit / payment is refunded in full.
• Balance of payment is due 30 days before the course start date.
• If you choose not to attend the course, then please notify us before the start date. After that, your payment can be used towards another course in the following 12 months.
• If the course has commenced and you wish to change to a later course, there is a $250 transfer fee.
• The course participant is responsible for attending all classes. At least 10 of the 12 lessons must be attended to complete the course. Missed lessons can be recorded for you, however will not count as having been attended.

If you have questions, and would like more information, then please Contact Us.

“The Meditation Teacher’s Course was truly transformational both personally as well as learning to teach. Whether an experienced meditator or novice (like myself) Susie takes you on an amazing journey as you learn about the different types of meditation and the science behind mindfulness and meditation. Susie is truly inspirational.” Belinda Hokin, MD

“I could not recommend Susie enough. I’ve done Mindfulness courses with the world’s leading universities, and Susie’s course was still more thorough, informative and practical. I couldn’t recommend it enough. Thank you Susie!!! :)” Dim Hapa, Roar Coaching

“The Sydney Institute of Meditation offers a 12 week teacher training course that is incredibly in-depth, engaging and also personally transformative. I enjoyed every week, met lovely like-minded people and always felt supported by Susie’s guidance. I am very grateful to have completed my teacher training here and I feel confident to now begin my journey as a teacher. Thank you Susie!” Alice Coates, Sydney

“One of the things that I noticed is just how methodical, linear, incremental, accessible, and grounded in science and evidence that your program is.  I’ve done a lot of adult education and you would be one of the most logically-consistent in how you present your syllabus, the balance between accessibility and challenge, consistently intellectually stimulating with an ongoing sense of accomplishment and development, and really enjoyable class structures, that I’ve done.  I’m so grateful for the learning experience you gave me – thank you so much! It has been an incredibly enriching experience.” Andrew Mead 

“I really appreciate everything you did for us Susie, and will take so much away from this course to not only help others but enrich my life too! I really enjoyed the course and learned so much through the whole experience. You have a beautiful way of teaching and I really enjoyed every minute. I can’t wait to incorporate my new skills into my yoga classes.” Courtney Booth, Yoga Teacher

“My 12 week course with Susie went by so quickly.. I wish it was still going. I looked forward to learning something new every Tuesday. It has been the greatest gift I gave myself. Susie is such a beautiful soul! Having her as my teacher is something I’ll always be grateful for. The course was so full of information and knowledge. Every lesson was so fun! I wish I can reapply and relearn all again 😄❤️ Thank you so much Susie for such a wonderful course and journey. I have learnt so much more about myself AND others along the way. And truly feel like everyone needs to try this once in their lifetime!” Elizabeth Nguyen Vo, Sydney

“The way that the course was structured was really lovely; Susie built us up so well to feel completely supported as a group, that we were all able to guide everyone, which was incredibly helpful as this relates directly to my work. The process of feedback was fantastic, it was always constructive. I was really happy with the format and the program; Susie is very organised. The sessions were tightly facilitated and always commenced and concluded on time which was great.  The textbook was fantastic, and the workbook was succinct and incredibly helpful. I feel I’ve got so many little takeaways.”  Christie Arbuckle, BApp Sci Psych (hons) MPsych (ed&dev) MAPS FCCLP MAICD, Growth Pursuit Consulting

“This course is fantastic.  It is practical, effective, stimulating and REALLY enjoyable, the weeks just flew by.  It is priced lower than other courses and I had wondered how good it would be.  Any doubts evaporated in the first lesson.  Susie is a first-rate teacher; she explained the science clearly and concisely, she facilitated the group brilliantly, and we finished feeling knowledgeable, confident and ready to teach.” Leonie Rowland, BA Hons

“The course really exceeded my expectations, I learnt and experienced much more that I thought I would. It increased my happiness factor, but also challenged and extended me in many ways. The course included a really clear and concise text book and a practical work book, packed with information, research and meditation practices. It was not only a chance to gain insight into my own awareness, but to consolidate my personal meditation practice and build upon my existing knowledge and learn new things (many new things). Thank you Susie for delivering a professional course in a friendly and calm environment. This course has been the highlight of my year so far.” Angelina H. Riley R.N. (non-practicing), BVAD, DipCouns, Advanced Diploma in Transpersonal Art Therapy

“Thank you Susie for the most wonderful course. I really enjoyed it. You’re a wonderful teacher and I love your inclusive style.” Cybele Masterman, MA Psychotherapy

“I completed the 12-week online teacher training course and enjoyed every minute of it. Susie is an excellent teacher who has developed a curriculum strongly grounded in science with the progression well-timed to allow us to gradually develop our skills and confidence. Highly recommended.” Dr Kristina Harvey, PhD Neuroscience

“Susie is an amazing teacher. Her course content was of the highest quality and she has years of meditation experience to draw from. I highly recommend the teacher training course. Whether you plan to teach or simply want to improve the quality of your own practice. Thanks Susie. I hope our paths cross again soon.” Rita Mastrangelo, Sydney

“Many, many thanks Susie for 12 weeks of self-nurturing down-time with the bonus of learning at the same time. You have commitment and passion, and hold us with ease and care as we learn.” Liara Saffir, Somatic Psychotherapist and Counselling Psychologist

“Hi Susie, I would like to say thank you for having me in your teacher training course. I found your content and delivery to be excellent. It challenged me greatly, was interactive and enjoyable. It was awesome to be in the room with like minded people that had great knowledge and I feel that the course has given me the skills and a much better understanding not only of meditation but the principles of teaching too.” Adam, Sydney

“All that we have done, that you have taught and shared with us, is not just going to benefit me as a teacher, but as a human being.  I cannot thank you enough.” Deb, Melbourne

“This was a fantastic course which I highly recommend for anyone looking to complete their Meditation Teacher training. The course I completed was entirely online which was great for me living in a rural location. The zoom classes were very engaging and I enjoyed the format of delivery compared to some other online courses. Susie is a very knowledgeable and grounded teacher who was happy to be contacted outside of classes for any questions or concerns.

I wasn’t sure how much I would learn from the course, my primary reason for doing it was to use the Meditation Australia logo, however in the end I learned a lot of new information and got the chance to try a wide variety of meditations that I hadn’t done before. The opportunities we had to present meditations to the class were also really valuable in developing my delivery skills as well as getting feedback on my content from my peers and teacher. Overall, after completing this course, I feel a lot more confident in being able to explain the science behind meditation as well as presenting to groups. Lastly, there was a beautiful sense of support and bonding within the class cohort and it was great to connect with other future meditation teachers.” – Judy, Victoria

“Great course!  Really well thought out and structured with lots of teaching tips, information and inspiration.  I learned so much!  Thank you Susie!” Cynthia, Woollongong

“Although the course is non-religious, all the benefits of meditation we enjoy today have come to us from faith-based practices. Susie explains that her meditation training is non-religious, however, I imagine that if you are faith-based, you will find it a worthwhile program; I found it a wonderful experience. Thanks Susie, I appreciated how you ‘walk your talk’.” Elissa Buttsworth, Sydney

“I recently completed an online teacher training meditation course taught by Susie. It was very informative, insightful and practical as well. There were a variety of meditations to learn and practice. Susie’s knowledge of science was very helpful as I am a reiki healer so applying the Science concepts added variety to my own journey. The lessons were structured very effectively and the discussions the team had were fun and enjoyable. Susie was encouraging and optimistic which made the whole experience excellent. Thank you Susie for your time and effort to put the course together. I am now ready to incorporate meditation in my business and help others on their path. I strongly recommend this course led by Susie because it really allows a depth of learning and a way to connect with like-minded individuals.” Anthony, Sydney 

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