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 for the management of depression and anxiety
Course overview
Language: English
Effort: 6 hrs per week
Self-paced learning online
Duration: 3 weeks
Price: 250 USD
80%
The percentage of individuals who report feeling significantly more stressed and anxious as a result of the pandemic.
Thrive Global (2020).
$1 trillion
The estimated cost of lost productivity for the global economy as a result of depression and anxiety.
WHO (May, 2019).
The anxiety is real
And stress contagion, media coverage, and societal reactions are making individuals even more nervous.
People feel helpless
They crave a sense of agency and control over their health and well-being but are uncertain about how to achieve it.
Current efforts are not enough
Individuals and businesses don’t know about many preventive health measures they could be taking today to protect themselves.This course provides the individual with tools that help self-manage depression and anxiety as well as better manage stress in daily life.
Is this course for you?
With the global increase in the number of people dependent on antidepressant drugs to cope with daily life, we realize how essential it has become to provide natural and self-managed alternatives to medication as a standalone treatment.
This micro course is applicable to just about anyone, from wellness industry professionals, to social workers, parents, managers, and teachers. If you or someone you know is experiencing a depression and anxiety, you’ll gain an overview of the signs, symptoms, and management options for key mental health conditions.
Regardless of your context, this course offers a practical framework for being a ‘guide on the side’ to support those with depression and anxiety. It also helps individuals across the board with the tools to prioritise their own mental well-being. The condensed nature of this course and wide scope of knowledge makes it accessible to anyone with limited time.
How is this course different?
This three-week online micro course experience is tailored for working professionals looking to rapidly obtain industry-relevant knowledge and skills of a specialised subject. Designed to provide maximum personal benefit with minimal time spent, the supported online learning model allows you to study at your own pace.
What will set you apart
On completion of this course, you'll walk away with:
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An understanding of the types of depression and their origin as well as understanding panic attacks.
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The ability to use mindfulness and self-care techniques to manage depression, stress and anxiety.
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The ability to council clients who suffer from depression, anxiety and panic attacks.
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The ability to create a class plan and design meditations for people, who attend your classes to overcome depression, stress, anxiety and panic attacks.
Your skills recognised
Your certificate of attendance will be issued to you by Mind and Body Education (Australia) upon successful completion of the course, as per the stipulated requirements. You’ll be able to share your certificate of attendance on LinkedIn and other networking sites.
How you'll learn
This online course is broken up into manageable units designed to accelerate your learning process through diverse activities:
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Work through your downloadable and online instructional material
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Submit homework through an online platform after each module
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Interact with your peers and learning facilitators through class-wide forums and reviewed small group discussions
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Receive a toolkit for practical application in your career
The curriculum
Module One
• Depression, stress and anxiety in our modern world
• Description of depression
• A brief history of depression
• A theory of depression
• The use of pharmaceuticals for the treatment of depression and anxiety
Module Two
• Treating Depression
• Understanding Panic Attacks
• The treatment of depression, stress and anxiety
• Teaching people who are suffering from depression, stress and anxiety
Module Three
• Creating safe classroom environments
• Creating class plans
• Designing meditations
• Choosing positive thinking tools
• Counselling clients who suffer from depression, anxiety and panic attacks
Your success team
The Holistic Academy offers a personalized approach to online learning that ensures you're supported every step of the way.
Head Tutor
A subject matter expert who’ll guide you through content-related challenges.
Global Success Team
Available 24/7 to solve your tech-related and administrative queries and concerns.
