Become a Modern Meditation Teacher
A Meditation Teacher Training For Today’s World
The Modern Meditation Teacher Training (MMTT) is an industry-leading 5-month, 200-hour Mindfulness-Based Meditation Teacher Training Program. Grounded in empirical and practical approaches to learning fundamental mindfulness facilitation, the MMTT provides the necessary training to be an impactful and effective teacher of mindfulness in public, private, workplace, clinical and non-clinical settings.
“Enrolling in the MMTT was a heart-opening journey that exceeded my expectations. The experience was not just about learning to teach mindfulness, it was a soulful exploration that touched every aspect of my being.”
— Catia Guardado, MMTT Graduate
Answer the call to teach, lead and embody practice in the modern world
Why This Training
The Modern Meditation Teacher Training (MMTT) is a ‘modern-day forward’ training in mindfulness meditation facilitation and meditation career creation.
The training is designed for mindfulness meditation practitioners who have seen the benefits of the practice in their own lives and would like to learn how to share their practice with others in modern settings and in the contemporary vernacular.
The MMTT Program
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200-Hour Training
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5 Month Program
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Mentors & Community
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Certification
Meet Amanda
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Amanda Gilbert, MMTT Director
Amanda Gilbert is a meditation teacher, speaker, Professor of Mindfulness at the University of Southern California, and author of Kindness Now: A 28-Day Guide to Living With Authenticity, Intention & Compassion. She is a published scientific author, presently collaborating on mindfulness-based intervention research at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Previously, she was Director of The Aging Metabolism & Emotions Center at UCSF, conducting clinical research on mindfulness and meditation. Her formal training is with UCLA’s Mindful Awareness Research Center, Deepak Chopra, and the Insight Meditation tradition. Amanda has led meditation for dozens of companies, including NBC, Paramount, W Hotels, Merrill Lynch, Macy’s and YouTube. She's a top silicon-valley content creator & writer, developing content for mobile apps, sleep products and meditation devices. As a meditator for over two decades and a full-time meditation teacher, writer and scientific published author, Amanda is uniquely positioned to guide a new generation of teachers to share meditation in multidisciplinary settings and for modern audiences.
“The MMTT program was such a beautiful and life-changing journey. My meditation practice was deeply strengthened, and my shy and tentative desire to share this practice with others was transformed into a clear and organic teaching vision. I now feel confident and equipped to share this beautiful practice with others.”
— Leila Mohr, MMTT Graduate
Meet our Faculty
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Matthew Goodman, PHD
Science of Meditation
Matthew is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and recent Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and the Behavioral Sciences at the Keck School of Medicine of USC. Where his research focuses on the relationship between central and autonomic nervous system functioning and how practices such as meditation and biofeedback facilitate cognitive, emotional, and physiological homeostasis. Matthew provides consultation to USC stakeholders on mindfulness, self-compassion, and other stress-reduction practices.
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Michael Krass
Trauma-Informed Mindfulness
Michael Krass is a writer, teacher, and longtime “sitter” with extensive experience in meditation and mindfulness practice. Through his writing and teaching, Michael is committed to the idea of presenting personal, practical, and adaptable ways of bringing awareness to your life through insightful meditation, fearless presence, and wild creativity and never, ever selling yourself short. He currently teaches private clients and offers classes as part of the University of Southern California’s Mindful USC program.
“Amanda and the entire faculty of MMTT have put so much care and thought into the curriculum; it is evident that every guest speaker, lecture topic, and literature selection were chosen with a distinct purpose and intention. I cannot recommend MMTT enough!”
— Melanie Lown., MMTT Graduate
The Curriculum
Module 1
Meditation & Mindfulness Training
Mindfulness Studies: Learn the ‘Four Foundations of Mindfulness’ and the core domains of secular mindfulness
Science and Historical Overview of Meditation
Introductory Buddhist Teachings and Philosophy
How to Teach Secular Mindfulness to Beginners
Modern Mindfulness Applications
How to Deepen Your Personal Practice
How to Cultivate and Practice a Mindful Lifestyle
Module 2
Advanced Facilitation Training
Sequential Meditation Teaching Methodology
Skill-Building in Meditation Guidance, Instructions and Cues
Development of an Advanced Meditation Teaching Skill Set
Impactful Teaching Training: the Art and Musicality of Teaching Meditation and How to Construct a Talk
Cultural Fluency and Competency: Diversity-Equity-Inclusion-Belonging Practices
Trauma-Informed Mindfulness Facilitation Training
Meditation Teacher Ethics & Embodiment Considerations
Mindful Business Basics & Business 101
Create Your Own Unique Career Path
How to Teach Meditation and Mindfulness Offerings Based on Audience or Setting
The Art of Public Speaking
How to Create a Meditation Keynote Speech
Developing your Brand and Messaging
Social Media Training and Mindful Content Creation
Mindful Marketing & Email Systems
Teaching Practicum & Curriculum Writing
Module 3
Mindful Business Training & Practicum
The Program
Monthly Daylong Trainings
Our monthly daylong training sessions with Amanda and Faculty will include lectures, small breakout sessions, group interactivity exercises, guided meditation facilitation examples and opportunities to build community and connection with your fellow trainees during one-on-one work and Q&A. All trainings are recorded and available for life-time playback and revisiting.
Monthly Coursework
The MMTT Three-Module Curriculum is organized into self-paced monthly reading, writing and practice assignments. All monthly coursework is available on the online Training HomePage.
Modern Applications
Learn essential modern meditation teaching applications such as trauma-informed mindfulness techniques, DEIB training and cultural sensitivity to skillfully facilitate mindfulness practice in a variety of settings.
Monthly Group Mentoring
Monthly group mentoring sessions with Amanda and the Faculty will address your personal questions and foster growth in key areas of meditation facilitation and the four foundations of mindfulness. Mentoring includes small group and one-on-one work and relational community-building practice. All group mentoring sessions are recorded and available for lifetime playback.
Weekly Meditation Classes
Participate in weekly 1-hour meditation classes with Amanda and other senior teachers on the Modern Medi Club. Trainees will deepen their personal meditation practice while observing facilitation techniques and strategies. During Modules 2 and 3, there will be an optional ‘Teaching Lab’ to discuss questions and observations from the class.
Graduate Community
As an MMTT Graduate, you will have lifetime access to your MMTT program training materials and ongoing support in the Graduate Community. With business and continued teaching development resources, along with monthly mentoring meet-ups, you will always have a home base with MMTT.
Individual Mentoring
During every module, you will have one-on-one mentoring with Amanda where an individual path is created to achieve your specific teaching, practice and mindful business goals. Personalized next steps will be established and revisited during each individual mentoring session. Individual questions will be addressed, and personalized feedback will be offered.
Practice Development
The deepening of personal daily meditation practice and study ship in the classical four foundations of mindfulness and Buddhist philosophy is an inherent part of MMTT. Nurture and cultivate your personal practice and mindful lifestyle practice across ethical and relational mindful living teachings.
Certification Assignments
To support your preparation to be an effective, competent and impactful meditation teacher in today’s world, you will have both practicum and curriculum final assignments that will ready you to teach.
Peer-to-Peer Small Groups
Monthly Mindfulness Small Pods are practice groups with 2-3 other cohort members and are organized to practice facilitation and receive peer feedback.
Practicum & Observation
Three Practice Meditation Classes on the Modern Medi Club (MMC) and a Final 30-Minute Teaching Class Assignment will foster and demonstrate your growing facilitaiton skill set. Feedback will be given by peers and Faculty after the Final 30-Minute Teaching Class. Part of the Practicum is observing MMTT Faculty and Graduates deliver Introductory Meditation Classes.
Job Placement on MMC*
One of the most valuable aspects of the MMTT course structure is that those who graduate with full certification status and show excellence during their MMTT program are invited to teach on The Modern Medi Club, a donation-based online meditation platform for the public and free to access from around the world. *invitation based on final Faculty assessment.
MMTT Graduate Testimonials
Charles Minton
Application & Enrollment
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Monthly Daylong Training Dates
Saturday, January 25th, 2025 9:00am-5:00pm PT
Saturday, February 22nd, 2025 9:00am-5:00pm PT
Saturday, March 29th, 2025 9:00am-5:00pm PT
Saturday, April 26th, 2025 9:00am-5:00pm PT
Saturday, May 31st, 2025 9:00am-5:00pm PT
Monthly Group Mentoring Dates
Friday, January 31st, 2025 12:00pm-2:00pm PT
Friday, February 28th, 2025 12:00pm-2:00pm PT
Friday, March 14th, 2025 12:00pm-2:00pm PT
Friday, April 18th, 2025 12:00-2:00pm PT
Friday, May 23rd, 2025 12:00pm-2:00pm PT
Weekly 1-Hour Meditation Class
Every Tuesday 5:00pm-6:00pm PT - weekly attendance encouraged
Graduation
Thursday, June 5th, 2025 4:00pm-6:00pm PT
*times are in pacific time zone
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Waitlist Application
Wednesday, November 20th - Sunday, December 1st, 2024
Early Bird Application
Monday, December 2nd, 2024 - Tuesday, December 10th, 2024
Advanced Application
Wednesday, December 11th - Tuesday, December 31st, 2024
General Application
Wednesday, January 1st - Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025
Applications & Enrollment Close
Wednesday January 22nd, 2025
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Waitlist Tuition = $2395.00
Early Bird Tuition = $2795.00
Advanced Tuition = $3095.00
General Tuition = $3395.00
Three-part payment plans are available
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To graduate the program, you must meet the following two prerequisites.
You have a 1+ year consistent meditation practice
You have attended a 5+ day silent meditation retreat
Meditation Practice Prerequisite
If you do not presently have 1 year of previous mindfulness-based meditation practice you must be willing to: complete a meditation practice plan leading up to the program start date or during your training. Please see FAQ’s for further details.
5+ Day Silent Meditation Retreat Prerequisite
If you have not previously attended a 5+day silent meditation retreat to graduate the program, you must commit to:
Attend and participate in silent retreat practice before the end of your training. Silent retreats can be completed in person or online and in smaller increments to total 5 days. Retreat attendance is recommended through an approved list of retreat centers. Please see FAQs for more details.
“Joining MMTT was definitely one of the best investments I could have made. Not only did I learn so much about meditation itself, but it really gave me very practical knowledge and the skills to be a Modern Meditation Teacher.”
— Pauline Leung, MMTT Graduate
This training is for you if…
You seek to deepen your own meditation practice.
You aspire to teach meditation in a high-impact, modern way.
You intend to share meditation with a professional certification.
You want to create a profound impact in people's lives.
FAQs
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Yes, the MMTT is an online teacher training certification program that has participants from around the world.
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Yes, the monthly trainings are mandatory to attend for certification. You can miss up to 2 monthly trainings to complete the program. If a training is missed, you can watch the replay and submit a written summary to make up that month’s training session.
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Yes, every Daylong Training and Group Mentoring session is recorded and posted in your Training Home Page within 72 hours. The MMTT is operated through an online learning portal which hosts all of your training materials, monthly assignments, training replays and a live community member feed to ask questions and stay connected with your fellow cohort members.
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No. You can still apply if you are committed to completing the prerequisites during the training.
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Each trainee will determine their own commitment based on their working style and self-study schedule. Expect monthly reading assignments, written assignments, a group mentoring session, a monthly meeting with your small mindfulness pod, weekly attendance for the 1-hour sitting group on The Modern Medi Club (min. two weeks/month), plus daily meditation practice. Overall, you can plan for 2-3 hours per week for your self-study and practice.
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Yes! This in-depth training is a strong complement for already trained facilitators. You will deepen your mindfulness studies, learn advanced facilitation techniques and spend a large part of the program refining your meditation offering. Plus, Amanda will be offering her experiences, techniques and insights for building a successful meditation business.
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Here is an overview of the MMTT program at a glance:
Monthly Daylong Trainings
Monthly Group Mentoring Sessions
Monthly Mindfulness Small Pod Group Meet-Ups
Three One-On-One Mentoring Sessions
Monthly Written, Reading, & Interactive Assignments
Observing an Intro To Meditation Class
Weekly 1-Hour Meditation Sitting Group Participation (minimum 3 times a month)
Personal Daily Meditation Practice
Three 30-Minute Practicum Practice Classes on the MMC
30-Minute Final Teaching Class
Final Curriculum Assignment
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Upon successful completion of the program requirements and prerequisites, you will receive a document of completion and a Modern Meditation Teacher Certification. You will be able to use the title “Certified Modern Meditation Teacher.”
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Certified Meditation Teachers have a breadth of professional opportunities available to them in today’s modern world, including:
Building a career teaching classes, workshops and retreats online and in-person.
Teaching in workplace settings to start-ups, Fortune 500 companies and non-profit organizations.
Work with individuals one-on-one for private meditation sessions.
Become a mindfulness leader, sharing mindfulness professionally and through a personal brand.
Develop mindfulness content for brands, online platforms, and mobile apps.
Integrate mindfulness into marginalized communities, correctional institutions, schools, universities, social justice and social activism.
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Our program is designed for today’s world. It is delivered LIVE, not prerecorded, and is available for replay and review for a lifetime. We share the latest peer-reviewed science, business models, technologies, and content strategies. Our faculty comes from top-accredited universities and research institutions. Unique among trainings of this kind, graduates can "sit in" on future MMTT classes for continued professional development and participate in the MMTT Graduate Community which hosts monthly mentoring sessions for graduates only. Most uniquely, we offer opportunities to start your teaching career via The Modern Medi Club online meditation studio. Plus, Amanda will be offering all of her personal tips, techniques and insights from her experience in business and teaching. Her MMTT curriculum and personalized approach to the MMTT has made it into a top industry meditation teacher training for secular settings and the modern world.
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The program requirements NOT included are:
Course textbooks
5+ day silent meditation retreat costs
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We are currently assessing which accreditation is the best fit for the MMTT. We do not believe that coaching accreditations are an appropriate match for a meditation teacher certification training.
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Limited partial scholarships are available. Please email support@amandagilbertmeditation.com for scholarship inquiries.
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We do not offer refunds. If circumstances change after enrollment and you cannot continue or complete the program, we will offer you a space in a future class for an administrative fee of $395.00.
Graduate Testimonials
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"I don't even know where to start! MMTT was life changing for me. The depth of information I learned during this training was incredibly transformative. The facilitation of the program was so well thought out, it really was impeccable and it covered topics I didn't even know I needed to learn yet they were extremely impactful."
Natalia Otalora
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"Participating in the MMTT program has been a transformative experience, offering profound benefits to both my professional and personal life. As an educator with 20 years of experience, now working as a leadership and instructional consultant, the program provided a much-needed opportunity to pause, reflect, and realign in regards to managing my everyday life."
Charles Minton
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"One of the best parts of the training was the warm and supportive spiritual friendship I experienced through the community that Amanda so generously creates. This program is equally rigorous and nurturing. I’m so grateful that I found it."
Leila Mohr
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"Amanda’s modern approach to this timeless practice is delivered in an inclusive environment for all levels of experienced practitioners. Her commitment to my success as a student and future teacher extends beyond the course timeline. I am happy to be a part of the growing MMTT community!"
Taylor Shirk
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"For those considering this journey, know that it's not just a teacher training, it's a deep expedition into the heart of mindfulness, community, and self-discovery. It's an invitation to dive deep, and I can't recommend it enough for anyone yearning to infuse their life with mindfulness and share that magic with others."
Catia Guardado
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"This training exceeded any expectations I could have had surrounding meditation teacher training. The Faculty was hands on in a virtual environment. They have truly mastered this concept of learning virtually. I feel so confident now in my practice that teaching comes easy to me. Hands down the best online course I have ever taken."
Nuria McGrath
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"Amanda taught with so much grace and loving energy - and that’s truly infectious and inspiring. I felt engaged for the full 5 months and was always looking forward to the classes. I feel beyond grateful!"
Pauline Leung
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"I was drawn to MMTT for its rich foundation in the traditional teachings of meditation balanced by the supporting evidence science offers us today. The program fulfilled these intentions and brought so much more than I imagined. It is evident that every guest speaker, lecture topic, and literature selection were chosen with a distinct purpose and intention. I cannot recommend MMTT enough!"
Melanie Lown
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"The MMTT course exceeded all my expectations of what it means to be a meditation teacher and nurture your own practice. I would recommend this course to anyone who not only wants to facilitate meditation skillfully, but for those who want to deepen their own practice.
Bella Jacot
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"I'm so glad I listened to my gut and went with Amanda Gilbert's MMTT program. I was drawn to how thorough and well organized the program was described. I knew that if I was going to invest my time into a multi-month meditation teacher training course, I wanted to be sure that I would be fully prepared for next steps. The program exceeded all of my expectations."
Nicole Wright
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"I began the MMTT training with an intention to deepen my practice but walked away with the tools, the passion and the desire to teach because of the impact meditation has had on my life. Amanda’s course is life changing, well organized and readied in ways I am still noticing, after the conclusion of the program."
Sarah Kaiser-Cross
