Our IMTTA courses accredited with the following organizations:
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International Meditation Teachers & Therapists Association
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International Meditation Teachers Association
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International Institute of Complimentary Therapists
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Complimentary Medical Association
Academy graduates are able to join these organizations and professional insurance in 39 countries around the world. They will be provided with a full year of membership with the IMTTA and can access resources, business mentoring and other guidance and support to be successful in their chosen new holistic career.
Regardless of where they are located, our students receive customized, high quality education from licensed teachers who are always available through online channels. We’re here to provide the flexible learning experience you need.
MEDITATION TEACHER AND HOLISTIC COUNSELLING SKILLS FOR MEDITATION TEACHERS
(120 hours)
Module One - Foundation studies in meditation
History and theory of meditation
Meditation in the western world
Brainwaves in meditation
Meditation techniques and styles
Developing meditation routines
Deepening and refining your practice
Module Two – Stress; Understanding Cause & Effect
Understanding stress
Psychological causes of stress
The Fight-or-flight response
Physiology of the stress response
Human behavioural manifestations of fight-or-flight
Negative effects of the stress response in humans
Positive stress Stress management
Meditation development and practice
Chakra meditation
Concentrative meditation
Mindfulness meditation
Module Three - Foundations of Human Happiness
The psychology of happiness
Subconscious programming and reprogramming
States of mind Fundamentals of self-image
The pursuit of happiness
Subconscious programming and reprogramming
Guided meditation (creative visualisation)
Module Four - Tools for Healing
Tools for healing
Positive thinking skills
Foundations of mind-body medicine
Meditation as a healing tool & hypnotic states
Journaling and gratitude
Understanding affirmations
Tools for developing a positive self-image
Meditation as a healing tool
Movement meditation
Module Five - Meditation Styles and Techniques
Poses and positions
Breathwork Chakras and energy meditation
Guided meditation & creative visualisation
Mantras and affirmations in meditation
Gentle seated movement meditation (formally chair yoga)
Module Six - Teaching skills
Before you teach
Talking to groups & group leadership skills
Answering questions about meditation
Leading guided meditations
Overcoming obstacles to meditation practice
Creating safe and effective teaching environments
Group leadership skills
Module Seven - Working with Specific Groups
Teaching various meditation styles
Working with teenagers
Working with people with physical disabilities
Working with people with emotional disorders
Working with health care professionals
Business clients and corporate groups
Dealing with difficult clients
Module Eight - Counselling & Coaching Skills
A client-centred approach Your role as holistic counsellor
Building the foundations of happiness
Equipment
Outcomes of holistic counselling The holistic counselling sessions Assessment and introspection Goal setting Support Part
Listening skills Holistic counselling tools for meditation teachers
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Life charting
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Reflection time
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Needs assessment chart
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Gratitude journal
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Worry time
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Positive thinking skills
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Affirmations
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Meditation as a healing tool
Module Nine - Designing and facilitating classes and workshops
Designing courses and workshops
Integrity and intentions
Setting the scene
Creating strong foundations for your groups
Understanding learning styles
Choosing your teaching style
Terrific teaching techniques and tips
Student management
Working with seniors
Choosing venues
Module Ten - Virtual, corporate and community settings
Corporate stress management workshops – Includes corporate teachers course manual.
Approaching community groups and organisations
Volunteer and community work
Teaching online – Using Zoom Corporate stress management
Module Eleven – Holistic small business management
Ethics and Professionalism
Your public profile
Fundamentals of customer service
Maintaining student/client records
Charging for your services
Running a small home office
Joining organisations Insurance and legalities
Module Twelve – Marketing: The key to success
Understanding the power of branding
Targeted marketing and advertising
Building your community
How to find and use free advertising
Public image
Final review
Your graduation
