Phase 1
Mindfulness Teacher Certification
Experience the MIEA curriculum as you prepare to teach it.
ONLINE | 5 Live Sessions | Half-Day Retreat | 3-4 Hours Per Week | $395
A 5-week online course led by a MIEA trainer. Build a personal mindfulness practice, experience our curriculum as a learner, and get a feel for how we teach — before you’re the one teaching it.
What You’ll Gain
Firsthand experience with the MIEA curriculum
You’ll go through the MIEA curriculum as a learner — the same experience your future students will have.
A personal practice you can sustain
You’ll meditate regularly, log your practice, and get personal feedback from your trainer, gaining insight into MIEA teaching strategies.
Understanding of our teaching approach
You’ll explore how and why the curriculum works — the philosophy, structure, and science behind it.
Readiness for Phase 2
Foundations is the gateway to Teacher Certification. You’ll finish knowing exactly what comes next.
Everything about this program is terrific: the tools, the gentle accountability, the live meetings, the content, and especially the encouragement to keep trying.
Kris Boudreau, Professor at Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Upcoming Cohorts
Find a session that works for you
All sessions are online. Retreats are scheduled with each cohort.
What Participants Are Saying
“This course equipped me with core mindfulness practices, improving my ability to be still and quiet in just 5 weeks. It provided the accountability I needed to sustain my practice.”
Participant
“I now feel prepared for the Teacher Certification Training. This course left me excited to keep going and share the value of mindfulness with emerging adults!
Rebekah Fowler
University of Wisconsin La Crosse
“This course demystifies meditation. By offering concrete practices and the opportunity to share experiences, I feel like I finally have a lasting meditation practice.”
Leann Maxwell
Panther City Partners
Ready to take the first step?
No application required.
Cost
$395
Scholarships Available
We offer a limited number of scholarships. If cost is a barrier, apply here before enrolling.
Institutional reimbursement
Many participants have their institutions cover the cost. Download our guide for supporting materials.
What’s Included
- 5 weekly live classes
90 minutes each, led by a MIEA trainer - Half-day mindfulness retreat
Live online, scheduled with your cohort - Regular meditation practice
Logged through the MIEA app - Personalized log feedback
Your trainer reviews your practice logs and responds - Small-group cohort experience
Practice and learn alongside peers - Async materials and guided practices
Additional material to support your learning
Who Leads Foundations
Our Dedicated Trainers
Our exceptional team of skilled faculty and trainers bring a wealth of expertise and a deep passion for teaching mindfulness to young adults.
Co-Founder, Trainer & Author
Co-Founder & Trainer
Teacher Development &
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What Comes Next
Foundations is Phase 1.
Phase 2 is where you become a teacher.
Once you complete Foundations, your trainer reviews your attendance, retreat participation, and practice logs, then lets us know you’re ready. From there, MIEA invites you directly into Phase 2, no separate application needed. You’ll get an email to set up your account, and you’re on your way to the Training Workshop.
Most teachers complete the full certification in six months to a year.
Phase 2
Training Workshop + Supported Teaching
Starting at $1,895 · 18 CE credits
Online prep sessions + a 5-day intensive + up to one year of mentored teaching. Includes retreats, peer community, consultations, and portfolio review.
5-day online intensive
Mentor support
18 CE credits
MIEA Foundations
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you begin. Still have questions? Download our free guide or contact us.
Are there any prerequisites?
No prerequisites and no formal application. You’ll fill out a short intake form when you register. Foundations is designed to meet you wherever you are — whether you’ve been meditating for years or you’re just starting out.
I already took Fundamentals. Do I need to take Foundations?
If you completed Fundamentals, you’ve already done the work that Foundations covers. Reach out to us and we’ll confirm your eligibility to move directly into Phase 2.
How much mindfulness experience do I need?
None required. Foundations is intentionally designed for people across the full range of experience — from those who have never meditated to those with an established practice. The course builds your practice through structure and accountability, not prior expertise.
How is Foundations different from taking an Intro to Mindfulness class?
Intro to Mindfulness is MIEA’s student-facing course — it’s what your future students will take.
Foundations is for people who want to learn the MIEA curriculum from the inside, as both a learner and a future teacher. You’ll experience the same practices, but with a different lens and deeper trainer support.
Is Foundations required for Teacher Certification?
Yes. Foundations is Phase 1 of the MIEA Teacher Certification pathway. Completing it makes you eligible to enroll in Phase 2: the Teacher Training Workshop + Supported Teaching.
What is the time commitment?
Plan for roughly 2–3 hours per week over 5 weeks: one 90-minute live class, daily meditation practice (10–20 minutes), and time to engage with async materials. The half-day retreat is scheduled with your cohort at the end of the course.
Ready to Start?
Your students are waiting.
Begin with Foundations.
No application required. No prerequisites. Just a commitment to the young adults you serve.
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