The benefits of social & emotional learning (SEL) cannot be denied. In fact, studies have shown that students who have SEL as part of their curriculum are higher achieving and have more positive relationships with the adults in their lives as well as their peers. This course is designed for educators, social workers, health professionals, and/or anyone else interested in integrating Social and Emotional Learning and secular mindfulness in their individual workplace or classroom environments.
Over the course of 8 online sessions, participants will garner the skills and knowledge needed to successfully implement Mindfulness Without Borders’ evidence-based curriculum, The Mindfulness Ambassadors Program. Learners are eligible to receive a Mindfulness Ambassador Program Facilitator Certification upon successful completion and are then allowed to use this curriculum with the communities you serve. All course components, attendance, and participation are mandatory in each of the 8 online sessions.
Learning Objectives
12 lesson plans based on social-emotional intelligence and secular mindfulness practices to work with emotions, manage stress and strengthen well-being
Diverse facilitation skills based on the art and practice of council to catalyze key program discussions and connections
Facilitation strategies to lead lesson plans, assignments, and mindfulness practices to individuals, small and/or large group settings
Instructions and facilitation strategies to troubleshoot challenges that may emerge
Instructions and mentoring support for practical delivery of lesson plans
Access to program evaluations, partnership development strategies and ongoing mentorship from MWB Faculty
Dates & Times
Wednesdays, 6-7:30 pm EST, January 22nd – March 11th, 2020
Session 1, Jan 22nd: About MWB and The Mindfulness Ambassador Program (MAP)
Session 2, Jan 29th: About Secular Mindfulness and MAP pillars
Session 3, Feb 5th: About Social and Emotional Learning Theories
Session 4, Feb 12th: Core Protocols & Facilitation Practicum
Session 5, Feb 19th: Group Techniques & Facilitation Practicum
Session 6, Feb 26th: Research & Facilitation Practicum
Session 7, March 4th: Course Review & Facilitation Practicum
Session 8, March 11th: Facilitation Practicum Review and Next Steps
Registrants must attend all in-class sessions to complete the course. If you miss any of the scheduled dates, you will need to re-register into the course at a later date.
Course Characteristics
Duration: 21 hours Skill Level: All levels, personal mindfulness practice required Languages: English Accreditation: Yes, once all the requirements have been completed Instructors: TBA
Participants are expected to complete all online sessions.
Participants are expected to complete 10 hours of home assignments throughout the course
Participants are required to facilitate four practice groups, between Feb 12 and March 11th and an additional 2 groups to be Facilitated upon completion of the course
Participants will be mailed course materials prior to the course start date
Reviews
"What I wholeheartedly loved is that both instructors always made the workshop so warm, comfortable, and most importantly, safe. At times I would feel that I am saying the wrong things or not being articulate. Never have they made me or anyone from the group feel different. Thank you to both!" - Anonymous Facilitator Certification Participant
Course Location: OfficeInc! 54 Cedar Point Drive, Barrie ON L4N 5R7
Registrants must attend all in-class and online sessions to complete the course. If you miss any of the scheduled dates, you will need to re-register into the course at a later date
Online Introductory Session, Wednesday, April 1, 6-8pm EST
April 8th 2019, 10:00 am - 4:30pm
April 15th 2019, 10:00 am - 4:30pm
April 22nd 2019, 10:00 am - 4:30pm
Course Characteristics
Duration: 21 hours Skill Level: All levels Languages: English Accreditation: Yes, once all the requirements have been completed
Instructors: Amber McAuley & Leah Gardiner
Course Information
The benefits of social/emotional learning (SEL) cannot be denied. In fact, studies have shown that students who have SEL as part of their curriculum are higher achieving, better behaved and have more positive relationships with the adults in their lives. This course is designed for educators, social workers, health professionals, and/or anyone else interested in integrating Social and Emotional Learning and secular mindfulness in their individual school or workplace environments. Over the course of 3 sessions, participants will have garnered the skills and knowledge needed to successfully implement Mindfulness Without Borders’ (MWB) Mindfulness Ambassadors Program, in both youth and adult populations. Learners are eligible to receive a Mindfulness Ambassador Program Facilitator certification from Mindfulness without Borders.
Learning Objectives
Facilitation strategies to lead 12 evidence-based lesson plans, home assignments, and mindfulness practices.
Present moment tools to better your ability to deal with difficult emotions, stress, and anxiety.
Strategies to conduct age-appropriate discussions that help individuals build upon their inherent strengths, enhance social-emotional competence and foster a more compassionate understanding of the world that surrounds them.
Strategies to both develop a personal mindfulness practice as well as the techniques necessary to lead others.
Participants are required to complete a Facilitation practicum. Participants are expected to assemble groups of 8-12 participants to practice their MAP Facilitation skill sets for 6 sessions following the completion of the in course instruction.
Reviews
"What I wholeheartedly loved is that both instructors always made the workshop so warm, comfortable, and most importantly, safe. At times I would feel that I am saying the wrong things or not being articulate. Never have they made me or anyone from the group feel different. Thank you to both!" - Anonymous Facilitator Certification Participant
TCDSB Educator Retreat Day | October 2019 | Toronto ON
Regular price$ 10.00 CAD
Dates & Times
WE Global Learning Centre, 339 Queen Street East
Saturday, October 19th, 10am - 4pm
Course Characteristics
Duration: 6 hours Skill Level: All levels Languages: English Accreditation: N/A
Facilitators: Theo Koffler, Ronit Jinich, Leah Gardiner & Charles Hargobind
Please bring your own lunch and drinks. Light morning refreshments will be provided.
Course Information
A special day designed for MAP Facilitators at the Toronto Catholic District School Board.
Learning Objectives
Review MWB's best practices for using the MAP workbooks and guided practices
Connect with your peers and colleagues
Rest, rejuvenate and recharge
Reviews
"Thank you for reminding me that I can forgive myself for getting distracted and help me understand that it’s part of the practice. Understanding this is so empowering and gives me confidence to keep practicing." - Program Participant, Toronto Canada
"I particularly enjoyed how the space was held by the facilitators, not only did I always feel welcomed and accepted, I also learned a lot about HOW to hold space. Thank you all so much, I’ve learned so much from and with you. I feel sure that these are practices and mindsets that I will call on for the rest of my life. Thank you for what you do, who you are, and how you consistently affirm us!" - Studio [Y] Particpant, Toronto Canada
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