Mindfulness Center

For Aspiring MBSR Teachers

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Comparing evidence-based mindfulness programs: MBSR vs. MBCT

Delve into the differences between Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy to find the perfect instructor-led program for your mindfulness journey.

For Aspiring MBSR Teachers

Learn to facilitate MBSR, an evidence-based, experiential program designed to teach participants mindfulness meditation and movement practices they can integrate into their daily life.

Become a Certified MBSR Teacher

The Mindfulness Center at Brown in partnership with the School of Professional Studies is proud to present The Certificate in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Teaching, a training pathway to become a certified MBSR teacher.  

The Certificate in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Teaching is a journey and an opportunity to learn how to teach MBSR from highly-experienced MBSR instructors and teacher-trainers. The full training program may be completed over 2+ years (though you are qualified to teach in 1 year) and includes a total of 398 hours of instruction along with additional time devoted to the practice of mindfulness. A total of four silent retreats are required to complete the training, including an MBSR-focused, 7-day retreat, which is an additional 115 hours for students. For detailed information on policies and guidelines, please see our Mindfulness Resources.

Visit the School of Professional Studies to find out more about these mindfulness courses for the general public or call us at 401-863-7901.

Comparing evidence-based mindfulness programs: MBSR vs. MBCT

Delve into the differences between Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy to find the perfect instructor-led program for your mindfulness journey.