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    CPD Certified Program
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    International Mindfulness Teachers Association β€” Sean Fargo, individually certified teacher

    Become a Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher

    Deepen your own mindfulness and get certified to guide it with confidence and credibility.

    Certify At Your Own Pace: 100% online and self-paced β€” most graduates finish in 4–12 weeks, with lifetime access.

    Everything You Need to Teach: Done-for-you scripts, slide decks, and customizable curriculum β€” plus 37.5 CE credits with the Premium Package.

    Learn From Pioneers: Monthly workshops with teachers like Gabor MatΓ©, Byron Katie & Richie Davidson β€” plus Sean's ongoing mentorship.

    Our graduates are therapists, coaches, nurses, yoga teachers β€” and complete beginners. No teaching experience required.

    Installments, partial scholarships and free clarifying calls available Β· 30-day money-back guarantee

    Everyone is welcome. We'd be honored to help you help others.

    2,000+

    Certified Graduates

    30+

    Countries

    11

    Years Running

    Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher (CMMT) Certificate - Internationally Accredited

    Meet the rising demand for more certified mindfulness teachers

    Get certified in 4 self-paced steps
    1. 1Complete the core training & 2 courses
    2. 2Finish the workbook
    3. 3Log 40 hours of practice
    4. 4Submit a practice teaching
    See the full path

    Recognized at the World’s Leading Organizations

    Our graduates teach across government agencies, healthcare systems, universities, and the world’s leading mindfulness centers.

    Search Inside Yourself Certified Teacher
    UCSD Center for Mindfulness
    Yoga Alliance
    Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health
    Spirit Rock Meditation Center
    Insight Timer
    Waking Up
    Mindful Leader
    U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
    Kaiser Permanente
    American Red Cross
    Tesla
    Cited by
    The Tim Ferriss Show podcast

    Globally Recognized Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Training & Certification

    For 11 years (since 2015), this has been one of the world's most trusted programs for wellness professionals to deepen their practice, expand their reach, and build a meaningful career helping others.

    Our certification is built on the MBI-TAC framework (Mindfulness-Based Interventions Teaching Assessment Criteria) β€” the gold standard used by universities and clinical programs worldwide β€” and is internationally accredited by CPD and IMMA.

    Our graduates teach in all of these settings today:

    Government Agencies

    EPA, NOAA & international agencies

    Healthcare Systems

    Kaiser Permanente, hospitals & clinics

    Leading Companies

    Ernst & Young, Google-born programs

    Retreat Centers

    Spirit Rock, Kripalu & wellness programs

    Hospitals, schools, prisons, Olympic training facilities, corporate wellness, private practice β€” across 30+ countries. Wherever you feel called to teach, this certification travels with you.

    This is more than an internationally accredited credential.

    Increase your impact, influence, and income

    Teach mindfulness classes, lead workshops, offer retreats, or integrate mindfulness into your existing work helping others.

    Teach from a place of authenticity

    We help you find your own voice and to incorporate your own unique wisdom so that you can feel comfortable and connected.

    Deepen your own mindful presence

    The most common feedback we receive is that people were pleasantly surprised at how much they grew their own mindfulness.

    Join a supportive global community

    A warm, active online community of like-minded people committed to kind, integrated presence β€” introduce yourself, share your journey, ask questions, and cheer each other on, long after you certify.

    Dr. Gabor MatΓ©

    "Having collaborated with Sean Fargo, I can attest that he is a visionary who brings scope, insight and compassion to his teaching and support of others on the path of meditation. Along with many, I, too, have personally witnessed his unstinting kindness."

    Gabor MatΓ©, M.D.

    Author, The Myth of Normal

    Sean Fargo - Founder of Mindfulness Exercises
    Sean Fargo presenting 'Resilience in 3 steps' to a live audience
    Teaching resilience to a live audience
    IMTA Recognized Instructor - Sean Fargo

    IMTA Recognized Instructor

    International Mindfulness Teachers Association

    "I'm so glad you're here. I'm Sean."

    I'm the founder of Mindfulness Exercises and lead teacher for our Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification.

    Since 2015, we've empowered thousands of people to teach mindfulness in a wide variety of professional settings. I'm a former Buddhist monk of 2+ years, an instructor for the mindfulness program developed at Google, and a mindfulness consultant for the EPA, NOAA, 2 Olympic teams, American Red Cross, Ernst & Young, Kaiser Permanente, and more.

    Our mission is to encourage and support each other in practicing and teaching mindfulness with compassion and joy.

    My deepest hope is that this program helps you share mindfulness in a way that feels true to who you are.

    20+

    Years Teaching

    20M+

    Practitioners Reached

    2,000+

    Certified Graduates

    Self-Paced β€’ Lifetime Access β€’ Personalized Support Available β€’ 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee

    Hear From Sean

    What You Need to Know About Teaching Mindfulness

    Watch Sean share insights about the program, what it takes to become a mindfulness teacher, and how this certification can help you make a meaningful impact.

    Program Overview

    Learn what makes this certification unique

    Why This Program?

    Affordable, flexible, and internationally accredited

    Are You Ready to Teach?

    A reflection on motivation and care for students

    You’ve watched someone you love struggle to find calm. That ache to help β€” that’s the beginning of teaching.

    Live This Season β€” Included With Certification

    6 Live Guest Workshops on the Calendar

    One live workshop a month with leading researchers and teachers β€” recorded if you can't attend.

    Aug 19Dr. David Creswell Β· Carnegie Mellon UniversityLeaning into Discomfort Β· 9–11am PT
    Sep 23Deborah Rozman Β· President & Co-CEO, HeartMathTopic to be announced Β· 1–3pm PT
    Oct 21Christiane Wolf Β· MD, PhD β€” insight meditation teacherMindfulness and Self-Compassion for Chronic Pain Β· 1–3pm PT
    Nov 18Dr. Shauna Shapiro Β· author of Good Morning, I Love YouTopic to be announced Β· 1–3pm PT
    Dec 2Caverly Morgan Β· author of The Heart of Who We AreThe Heart of Who We Are Β· 1–3pm PT
    Jan 13, 2027Dr. Greg Serpa Β· VA clinical psychologistTopic to be announced Β· 1–3pm PT

    Guest teachers have included Dr. Gabor MatΓ©, Byron Katie, Christopher Germer, Susan Kaiser Greenland, Dr. Rick Hanson, James Baraz, Dr. Richie Davidson, Judson Brewer, David Treleaven, George Mumford, Oren Jay Sofer, Spring Washam, Cory Muscara, Bonnie Duran, Kevin Griffin, Michael Taft, Michelle Maldonado, Willoughby Britton, and more β€” with new live sessions every month.

    Trusted By World-Renowned Teachers

    Endorsed By Leaders in Mindfulness

    Hear what respected authors, researchers, and meditation teachers say about Sean and this program.

    Gabor MatΓ©
    "Having collaborated with Sean Fargo, I can attest that he is a visionary who brings scope, insight and compassion to his teaching and support of others on the path of meditation. Along with many, I, too, have personally witnessed his unstinting kindness."

    β€” Gabor MatΓ©

    M.D., Author, The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness and Healing in a Toxic Culture

    Christopher Germer
    "It is a privilege to contribute to Sean Fargo's mindfulness teacher certification program. The warm and inviting atmosphere of the classes nourishes and reflects everything that is taught. This is mindfulness training in the truest sense."

    β€” Christopher Germer

    Founder of the Mindful Self-Compassion Program

    James Baraz
    "I know Sean Fargo well and deeply appreciate the work he does supporting people in their meditation practice. He has something special to offer others: his own unique way of sharing mindfulness with clarity, heartfulness and generosity. I have great respect for Sean and highly recommend him."

    β€” James Baraz

    Co-Founding Teacher, Spirit Rock Meditation Center

    Sharon Salzberg
    "I am always grateful to work with Sean Fargo. I find him an unusual combination of great emotional intelligence and the diligence and perseverance to get any job done. His caring and kindness are exemplary, as is his clarity and awareness."

    β€” Sharon Salzberg

    World-Renowned Mindfulness Meditation Teacher

    Dr. Rick Hanson
    "Sean is the absolute gold standard for mindfulness training and coaching. He has tremendous depth and breadth. He is also very kind, with bone-deep integrity, excellent communication and teaching skills, inclusive open-minded awareness, and a sweetly supportive manner. He really is the best, and I recommend him wholeheartedly."

    β€” Dr. Rick Hanson

    New York Times Bestselling Author of Resilience And Hardwiring Happiness

    Hasan Rafiq
    "Sean is the most thoughtful, courageous and inclusive teacher I have had in a long time. If you want to start your mindfulness teaching journey in a simple, practical and meaningful way, I recommend speaking with Sean and you will be amazed at the impact he will have on you. His passion to contribute to others learning and development is contagious."

    β€” Hasan Rafiq

    Chief Operating Officer Of Diversity At Facebook

    Real Graduate Journeys

    From Personal Practice to Professional Impact

    See how graduates transformed their passion for mindfulness into meaningful careers.

    Sarah M.

    California, USA

    Yoga Practitioner β†’ Corporate Facilitator

    Before

    Meditated for 10 years but felt like an imposter β€” who was she to teach others?

    After

    Now leads weekly mindfulness sessions at two corporate offices and a local yoga studio.

    Within 4 months

    James T.

    London, UK

    Nurse β†’ Clinic Program Director

    Before

    Burned out in healthcare, searching for a way to truly help his patients heal.

    After

    Launched a stress reduction program at his clinic β€” now a core part of patient care.

    Within 6 months

    Maria L.

    Toronto, Canada

    Stay-at-Home Mom β†’ Youth Mindfulness Educator

    Before

    Dreamed of meaningful work she could build around her family β€” but had no credentials.

    After

    Runs online group sessions for parents and partners with schools for youth programs.

    Within 8 months

    Rachel K.

    Austin, TX

    Therapist β†’ Mindfulness-Based Therapy Leader

    Before

    Used talk therapy exclusively β€” clients kept relapsing into old stress patterns.

    After

    Integrates mindfulness into every session. Her waitlist grew by 40% within 5 months.

    Within 5 months

    David C.

    Sydney, Australia

    Sales Manager β†’ Executive Mindfulness Coach

    Before

    Felt burned out in corporate life and wanted to pivot into something more meaningful.

    After

    Now coaches C-suite leaders on mindful leadership β€” earning more than his old salary.

    Within 7 months

    Priya S.

    Chicago, IL

    School Counselor β†’ District Wellness Director

    Before

    Wanted to bring mindfulness to students but lacked the training and credentials.

    After

    Designed a district-wide student wellness program adopted by 12 schools.

    Within 9 months

    People don’t come to mindfulness on their easy days. They come hurting β€” and leave lighter because someone was ready.

    Your Certification

    This Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Is More Than a Credential

    For 11 years, we've helped 2,000+ teachers across 30+ countries build meaningful careers in mindfulness β€” from complete beginners to experienced practitioners.

    You'll Earn

    CMMT

    Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher

    Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher (CMMT) Certificate

    Use CMMT After Your Name

    Earn the Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher credential recognized worldwide

    Internationally Accredited

    CPD & IMMA accredited β€” trusted by Fortune 500 companies, U.S. government agencies, and healthcare centers

    100% Self-Paced & Online

    Complete the program on your schedule with lifetime access

    No Renewal Fees Ever

    We maintain our accreditation so you stay certified for life

    Internationally Accredited by:

    CPD Certified
    International Mindfulness and Meditation Alliance Member
    International Mindfulness Teachers Association Member

    The Program

    Practical, Evidence-Based Meditation Teacher Training

    Complete in as little as 4 weeks β€” or take your time with lifetime access. No renewal fees, ever. Learn at your own pace with personalized support.

    40 hours

    Personal Mindfulness Practice

    Deepen your own meditation practice with guided sessions

    10 hours

    Course Training Videos

    ~30 training videos at ~20 minutes each

    ~15 hours

    Teacher Training Workbook

    Complete our comprehensive workbook with exercises

    ~15 hours

    Guide Meditations

    Guide 7 mindfulness meditations, 3x each

    Self-Paced Course 1

    Mindfulness Teaching Fundamentals

    20 lessons that are powerful but short and to-the-point, so you can learn the material quickly and easily.

    • 1
      How to teach mindfulness so it ACTUALLY has a meaningful impact on people's lives
    • 2
      How to teach mindfulness with integrity and find purpose in helping others
    • 3
      Specific practices to cultivate compassion, build confidence, and decrease self-doubt
    • 4
      What the scientific research has concluded about mindfulness and meditation
    • 5
      The four foundations to teaching mindfulness

    Self-Paced Course 2

    How To Guide Mindfulness Meditations

    6 in-depth videos and accompanying ebook to strengthen your ability to lead meditations with integrity, confidence and impact.

    • 1
      How to do loving-kindness meditations and teach others
    • 2
      How to cultivate self-compassion and teach others to do the same
    • 3
      Common questions you'll get from students and how to answer them
    • 4
      How to teach mindfulness to groups and manage group dynamics
    • 5
      Complete word-for-word scripts for 7 guided meditations

    Certification Criteria

    How You Get Certified

    Everything is 100% online and self-paced. Complete these four steps on your own schedule β€” with lifetime access and Sean's support whenever you want it.

    1

    Complete the core training

    Work through the core training in the 7 core mindfulness practices (listed below), plus the two self-paced courses β€” Mindfulness Teaching Fundamentals and How to Guide Meditations.

    2

    Complete the workbook

    Finish the teacher-training workbook exercises as you move through the modules.

    3

    Log 40 hours of practice

    Build your own foundation with 40 hours of self-paced mindfulness meditation β€” logging the date, duration, and type of each session, plus an honest reflection on how it went.

    4

    Submit a practice teaching

    Record and submit one guided meditation. We review it against our teaching rubric and give you personal feedback.

    The 7 core mindfulness practices you'll learn to guide

    • Mindfulness of Breathing
    • Body Scan
    • Focused Attention & Open Awareness
    • Just Like Me
    • Loving-Kindness
    • Mindful Eating
    • Mindful Walking

    Earn your CMMT certificate

    Receive your internationally accredited Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teachercredential (CPD & IMMA). The full program is 80 hours: 40 hours of self-paced online training and 40 hours of self-logged personal mindfulness meditation practice. Most students finish in 4–12 weeks β€” but there's no exam and no deadline, and the optional live calls and community are there whenever you'd like support.

    Cohort-level depth, without the cohort price.

    You get reviewed practice teaching with real feedback, 50+ renowned guest teachers, and continuing-education hours for licensed professionals β€” without the $7,000+ tuition, the two-year cohort wait, or an annual renewal fee that other programs charge.

    Continuing education is sponsored by Mindful CECs, an APA-approved sponsor (included with the Premium Package). Final CE applicability varies by board, license, and state.

    See The Difference

    How We Compare To Other Certifications

    The depth the $7,000–$15,000 programs are known for β€” reviewed practice teaching, 50+ renowned guest teachers, and real CE hours β€” without their price, their two-year wait, or a yearly renewal fee. And a real proof of competence the budget β€œcertificate” courses skip.

    Proof you can teach

    Our Program

    Record & submit a guided meditation, reviewed against our teaching rubric with personal feedback

    Others

    Most online certs hand you videos + a completion certificate β€” no review of whether you can actually teach

    CE hours you can use

    Our Program

    ~37.5 homestudy CE hours, with the Premium Package β€” see full board details*

    Others

    Usually CPD or membership-body badges, not board-recognized CE β€” or no CE at all

    Who teaches you

    Our Program

    Founder Sean Fargo (former monk, IMTA-recognized) + 50+ guest teachers; live workshops with Gabor MatΓ©, Byron Katie & Richie Davidson

    Others

    A single instructor at this price β€” even $7K+ cohorts lead with just 1–2 names

    Investment

    Our Program

    Under $2,000 β€” payment plans available; practice-teaching review included, CE hours & brandable curriculum on Premium

    Others

    Comparable depth runs $7,000–$15,000 (Brown, UCSD, MMTCP); cheaper courses include no teaching review or CE

    Schedule & access

    Our Program

    100% online & self-paced β€” no fixed cohort dates or required travel; lifetime access, no annual renewal

    Others

    Fixed cohort start dates, 12–24 month timelines, often required retreats or travel

    Mentorship

    Our Program

    Lifetime β€” personal support from Sean on live calls for as long as you teach

    Others

    Often capped to the cohort window, handed to assistant teachers, or sold as a paid add-on

    Curriculum you can use

    Our Program

    Done-for-you, rebrandable teaching materials you can sell as your own (Premium Package)

    Others

    Build your own from scratch β€” or you can only teach the program's fixed curriculum

    Approach

    Our Program

    Secular, research-informed & clinically applicable (CE-eligible)

    Others

    Often tied to a specific Buddhist lineage β€” a mismatch for many clinical or workplace settings

    See how this program compares with 10 other mindfulness certification programs β†’

    *Continuing education is sponsored by Mindful CECs, an APA-approved sponsor (included with the pay-in-full Premium Package). Final CE applicability varies by board, license, and state. Competitor pricing reflects publicly listed tuition as of June 2026. Program curriculum last reviewed June 2026 by lead teacher Sean Fargo (former monk, IMTA-recognized).

    "There has never been a more important time to become certified to teach others mindfulness.

    All around the world people are struggling with depression, anxiety, burnout, & fear.

    And there's never been an easier, more affordable way to deepen your presence and get the mindfulness teacher training and certification you need to support others in their healing through mindfulness."

    Special pricing ends

    Is This For You?

    Who Is This Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program For?

    Whether you're adding mindfulness to an existing practice or starting fresh, our graduates come from all backgrounds β€” united by a desire to help others.

    Therapists & Counselors

    Add mindfulness tools to your clinical practice

    • β€’Integrate mindfulness into therapy sessions
    • β€’Offer stress reduction programs to clients
    • β€’Lead anxiety and emotional regulation groups
    • β€’Bill for mindfulness-based interventions

    βœ“ 35% average increase in client retention

    Life & Executive Coaches

    Differentiate your coaching practice

    • β€’Add premium mindfulness coaching packages
    • β€’Create corporate wellness programs
    • β€’Facilitate leadership mindfulness retreats
    • β€’Help clients achieve measurable results

    βœ“ New revenue stream of $2K-10K/month

    Yoga & Wellness Teachers

    Deepen the mind-body connection

    • β€’Offer standalone meditation workshops
    • β€’Create teacher training programs
    • β€’Lead mindfulness retreats worldwide
    • β€’Build recurring revenue with group classes

    βœ“ Stand out from other yoga teachers

    HR & Corporate Professionals

    Bring mindfulness to the workplace

    • β€’Lead employee wellness initiatives
    • β€’Reduce workplace stress and burnout
    • β€’Pivot to a fulfilling second career
    • β€’Become a recognized wellness leader

    βœ“ Career change with purpose

    Educators & Healthcare Workers

    Support mental health in your community

    • β€’Teach mindfulness to students or patients
    • β€’Create wellness programs for your institution
    • β€’Add evidence-based tools to your practice
    • β€’Improve focus and emotional resilience outcomes

    βœ“ Expand your professional impact

    Career Changers & Beginners

    Start a meaningful new chapter

    • β€’Build a fulfilling career from scratch
    • β€’No prerequisites or experience needed
    • β€’Access business and marketing workshops
    • β€’Learn to find your ideal clients and niche
    • β€’Develop your unique teaching voice and style

    βœ“ Many top graduates started here

    Feeling Uncertain?

    "But Am I Ready?"

    The program adapts to you β€” not the other way around. Bring your own voice, background, and pace; we'll give you the structure, support, and accredited path.

    What You Think Disqualifies You

    • I don't have enough meditation experience
    • I'm not sure I can teach others
    • I don't have a counseling or therapy background
    • I'm worried I'm not 'spiritual' enough
    • I don't know if I can make money from this

    What Actually Matters

    • You have a regular meditation practice (even 10 mins/day counts)
    • You genuinely want to help others reduce stress and find peace
    • You're coachable and willing to learn a proven system
    • You're ready to invest in yourself and your future
    • You want to add a valuable skill to your existing practice

    "I struggled with imposter syndrome for years. This program gave me a genuine voice, real structure, and practical tools to finally step up with confidence."

    β€” Jennifer M., Licensed Therapist & Certified Mindfulness Teacher

    Or email Sean directly at Sean@MindfulnessExercises.com or call/text 1-415-939-1126

    What makes this program different

    Built for how you actually teach

    An accredited path that fits your voice, your community, and your life β€” not a one-size-fits-all curriculum.

    Your voice, your wisdom

    Most of this program teaches you to make mindfulness relevant and practical for the people you want to help β€” incorporating your own background, training, and teaching style. You're not learning to deliver a canned curriculum; you're learning to teach mindfulness your way, with the structure and confidence of an accredited program behind you.

    Personalized support β€” for life

    Other programs cap support at a 12-month window or hand graduates off to assistant teachers. Every graduate of this program gets personalized support directly from Sean during our live group calls β€” for as long as you teach.

    Your own practice deepens

    Our most common graduate feedback: how surprised they were to find their own mindfulness deepening as they learned to teach it. You're investing in both your teaching and your inner life β€” they grow together.

    One Certification, Many Paths

    Teach Mindfulness Your Way

    You decide who you serve and how. This certification β€” plus our live monthly workshops on specialized topics β€” prepares you to teach mindfulness across a wide range of settings, in your own voice and your own focus.

    1-on-1 & Small Groups

    Guide private clients and intimate circles through their practice.

    Workplaces & Corporate

    Lead employee wellness programs and reduce stress and burnout.

    Schools & Education

    Bring mindfulness to students, teachers, and whole classrooms.

    Healthcare & Clinical

    Support patients and care teams with evidence-based tools.

    Trauma-Sensitive Settings

    Teach safely, backed by our 15-hour trauma-sensitivity training.

    Yoga & Wellness Studios

    Add meditation classes and mindfulness offerings to your studio.

    Coaching & Therapy

    Weave mindfulness into your existing coaching or clinical practice.

    Retreats & Workshops

    Design and lead your own immersive in-person or virtual experiences.

    Online Courses & Communities

    Teach the world with brandable, ready-to-use curriculum.

    Each month, live guest-teacher workshops go deep on specialized topics β€” teaching kids, trauma-sensitivity, self-compassion, mindful recovery, working with anxiety, mindfulness at work, and many more β€” so you keep growing in the niche you care about, for life.

    Every person you teach carries the practice to people you’ll never meet. That’s the reach of this work.

    Everything You Get

    What's Included In Your Mindfulness Teacher Certification

    When you join today, you get instant access to everything you need to become a confident, certified mindfulness teacher

    What You GetValue

    Internationally Accredited Certification (CPD & IMMA)

    Globally recognized credentials trusted by Fortune 500 companies

    $2,500

    50+ World-Renowned Guest Teacher Workshops

    Monthly live workshops + full recording library β€” Gabor MatΓ©, Byron Katie, Rick Hanson & more

    $5,000

    Complete 10-Week Brandable Curriculum

    $1,997 Package Only

    Done-for-you presentations, student workbooks & teacher guides

    $2,000

    200+ Guided Meditation Scripts

    Word-for-word scripts you can use immediately

    $500

    300+ Mindfulness Worksheets

    Downloadable resources to use with your students

    $500

    Weekly 2-Hour Live Q&A with Sean Fargo & Senior Teaching Team

    Optional Zoom calls every Wednesday 11am–1pm PST β€” lifetime access to personal mentorship on practice, teaching & business

    $3,000

    2 Complete Self-Paced Training Courses

    Mindfulness Teaching Fundamentals + How to Guide Meditations

    $1,500

    Teaching Practice Sessions, Guest Workshops & Community

    Optional monthly Zoom practice-teaching sessions (2nd Mondays, 11am PT) with teaching notes + optional monthly interactive guest-teacher Zoom workshops (live + recorded) + a supportive private community of teachers & students β€” all lifetime access

    $500

    Lifetime Access & No Renewal Fees

    Keep access to everything forever with free updates

    $1,000

    15-Hour Trauma-Sensitivity Certification Program

    FREE BONUS

    Additional accredited certification to guide mindfulness with skill, integrity & care

    $297

    1-Year Mindfulness Exercises Pro Founding Membership

    FREE BONUS

    Create personalized guided meditations & narrations for your students β€” founding-member access for your first year

    $199
    Total Value$16,996+
    Yours today, from$1,497

    A fraction of the value β€” and it’s yours for life.

    Our 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee

    Enroll with total confidence. Genuinely engage with the program for 30 days β€” work through the core modules and exercises β€” and if it's not the right fit, we'll refund every penny. No hard feelings, no risk to you.

    Take your time to explore the program, work through the modules, and β€” if you'd like β€” join the optional live calls and community

    Good faith effort required: Complete at least 50% of the core training

    Complete the workbook exercises for the lessons you've worked through

    Refund eligibility β€” the simple steps
    • β€’ Complete at least 50% of Course 1: Mindfulness Teaching Fundamentals
    • β€’ Work through at least 2 of the 7 core mindfulness practices
    • β€’ Submit your completed workbook exercises for the lessons you've finished
    • β€’ Provide specific feedback on why the program wasn't the right fit

    These requirements ensure you've genuinely experienced what we offer before requesting a refund. We've found that students who complete these steps rarely want refunds β€” the program works when you engage with it.

    Demand for certified mindfulness teachers is higher than ever β€” and growing. Especially those who teach with genuine compassion and presence.

    Choose Your Path to Certification

    Save $1,000 off either package when you register today

    Both packages include lifetime access β€” the optional live calls and full workshop recording library are yours for life β€” plus Sean's mentorship and a 30-day money-back guarantee.

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    Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program

    Complete Training Package

    • 100% online, self-paced training
    • Live mentorship sessions
    • Access to renowned guest teachers
    • Lifetime access to course materials
    • 300+ Mindfulness Worksheets
    • 200+ Guided Meditation Scripts
    • Private Online Community Access

    Includes over $5,938 in training and resources

    $2,497

    $1,497

    or 3 monthly payments of $525

    Less than $5/day to certify

    Pay in full: bonus session with Sean + priority review β€” details below

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    Certification + Done-For-You Brandable Teaching Curriculum

    Everything + Premium Curriculum

    • Everything from the first package, plus:
    • A fully customizable, brandable curriculum
    • Ready-to-use teaching materials
    • 10-Week Course with Presentations
    • Student Workbooks & Teacher Guides
    • 500+ Professionally Designed Teaching Slides
    • Usable Online and/or In-Person
    • Additional resources to elevate your teaching practice
    • 37.5 CE Hours (with pay-in-full enrollment)

    Includes over $7,935 in training and resources

    $2,997

    $1,997

    or 3 monthly payments of $697

    Less than $6/day to certify

    Pay in full: bonus session with Sean + priority review β€” details below

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    Certifying a team? Group discounts available β†’

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    β€œThis is a certification you’ll have for life β€” not a cohort you rush through.”

    Not sure yet?

    Book a free 15-min call with Sean Fargo

    Talk one-on-one with Sean, the program’s founder. Ask him anything β€” your goals, your timeline, whether it’s the right fit for you.

    15 minutes, one-on-one with Sean Fargo β€’ Ask anything, no pressure

    Not sure it’s for someone like you? Hear from a nurse, a therapist, and a yoga teacher who felt the same doubt.

    And it’s more than a credential. Each month we feature one new student β€” their practice, their reason for teaching, in their own words β€” on the podcast and in our newsletter. Enroll this month and you may be the one we invite.

    Partial Scholarships Available

    Don’t Let Cost Be a Barrier

    We believe mindfulness teaching certification should be available to everyone. If the investment is challenging right now, we offer partial scholarships for those who need financial assistance.

    Apply for a Partial Scholarship

    Quick application β€’ Personally reviewed within 1–3 business days

    37.5 CE hours included with the Premium Package for licensed professionals (psychologists, MFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, LEPs, nurses, and more). Final CE applicability varies by board, license, and state.
    Educator
    "I practiced meditation for 10 years but never felt qualified to teach. This certification gave me the structure, confidence, and credential I needed. Within 4 months I was leading weekly sessions at two corporate offices."

    Sarah M.

    Corporate Mindfulness Facilitator

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    "The done-for-you curriculum was a game changer. I didn't have to build slides or scripts from scratch β€” I could start teaching right away with professional, brandable materials that my clients love."

    Maria L.

    Mindfulness Teacher & Parent Educator

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    Premium Package Β· For Licensed Professionals

    Continuing Education Pathways

    37.5 homestudy CE hours across 4 curated pathways, included with the Premium Package only. Full pathway details β†’

    Final CE applicability varies by board, license, and state. Eligibility details below.

    Pathway I9.5 CE hrs

    The Neuroscience of Mindfulness: Attention, Habit Change, and Anxiety

    Brain mechanisms of change, attention, reward learning, and self-construction.

    Featuring Richie Davidson, Rick Hanson, and Judson Brewer.

    Pathway II8.0 CE hrs

    Guiding and Teaching Mindfulness: Ethics, Skill, and Adaptations for Adults and Children

    Pedagogy, ethics, developmental adaptation, and positive states as a teaching resource.

    Featuring James Baraz, Donald Rothberg, Susan Kaiser Greenland, and Rick Hanson.

    Pathway III8.5 CE hrs

    Working with Shame and Grief: Self-Compassion and Emotional Resilience in Clinical Practice

    Shame, grief, self-empathy, compassion, identity, and belonging.

    Featuring Christopher Germer, Francis Weller, Myra Walden, Bob Wentworth, and Fiona Brandon.

    Pathway IV11.5 CE hrs

    Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness and Clinical Safety: Adverse Effects, Serious Illness, and Chronic Pain

    Trauma-informed adaptation, adverse effects, clinical safety, serious illness, and chronic pain.

    Featuring Willoughby Britton, David Treleaven, Susan Bauer-Wu, Vidyamala Burch, and Oren Jay Sofer.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Absolutely. This is one of the most common concerns we hear, and it's exactly why we built this program the way we did. I've included specific strategies and mindsets to help you overcome imposter syndrome and build REAL confidence as a mindfulness teacher. I made all the mistakes when I was first starting out, struggled with self-doubt, and felt like an imposter. I've been where you are, and I can show you how to overcome all of it. You're not alone in feeling this way β€” and you don't have to figure it out by yourself.

    No prerequisites are required. Whether you're brand new to mindfulness or have years of personal practice, this meditation teacher training meets you where you are. We've certified complete beginners alongside experienced yoga teachers, therapists, and coaches. What matters most is your genuine desire to help others through mindfulness.

    It's straightforward and 100% self-paced. To earn your CMMT credential you: (1) learn to guide the 7 core mindfulness practices β€” Mindfulness of Breathing, Body Scan, Focused Attention & Open Awareness, Just Like Me, Loving-Kindness, Mindful Eating, and Mindful Walking β€” through the core training plus the two self-paced courses (Mindfulness Teaching Fundamentals and How to Guide Meditations); (2) complete the teacher-training workbook exercises; (3) log 40 hours of your own mindfulness meditation practice β€” noting the date, duration, and type of each session plus a short, honest reflection on how it went; and (4) submit one practice-teaching recording, which we review against our teaching rubric so you get personal feedback. That's the whole path β€” there's no exam and no deadline. Most students finish in 4–12 weeks, and the live calls and community are always optional.

    There has never been a greater demand for certified, competent, effective mindfulness teachers. Mental health challenges are at an all-time high, and organizations everywhere β€” from Fortune 500 companies to schools to healthcare systems β€” are actively seeking qualified mindfulness instructors. With the right skills and this credential, you can become an in-demand teacher. The market is growing, not shrinking.

    Think of this program as your personal library, not a checklist. You don't need to consume everything at once. Take what you need when you need it. With lifetime access, you have the luxury of learning at your own pace and returning to materials whenever you want β€” forever. Most students complete the certification requirements in 4-12 weeks, but there's no rush.

    You get weekly 2-hour community meditation + Q&A calls hosted by Sean, bi-monthly practice teaching calls, and once-monthly live guest teacher workshops. All calls are optional and recorded for lifetime access. Sean is available for up to 6 hours per week of live support. You'll never feel alone on this journey.

    While this program doesn't include specific marketing training, almost everything included naturally helps you attract clients. Building genuine confidence leads to referrals. The internationally recognized certification opens doors. And the done-for-you curriculum gives you resources to present yourself as a true professional from day one.

    CPD and IMMA accredit the program directly β€” these are the credentials you earn as a graduate. The CPD Certification Service, established in 1996, is internationally respected with members in over 100 countries. IMTA (International Mindfulness Teachers Association) recognizes Sean Fargo as a certified instructor, which speaks to the quality of who is teaching you, but is not a credential conferred to graduates. Our certification has been approved by leaders of Fortune 500 companies, major healthcare providers, government organizations, yoga studios, and school districts worldwide.

    Yes β€” two paths. The simplest is at checkout, where you can split the cost into monthly installments. Separately, we also offer a limited number of need-based partial scholarships for those who feel called to teach but genuinely cannot afford the investment. To apply, visit mindfulnessexercises.com/scholarship or email Support@MindfulnessExercises.com.

    Yes β€” at checkout you'll see a monthly installment plan alongside the pay-in-full option. Whichever option you choose, you get immediate full access to everything from day one.

    Yes β€” every enrollment includes a 30-day money-back guarantee. Genuinely engage with the program β€” complete at least 50% of Course 1: Mindfulness Teaching Fundamentals, work through at least 2 of the 7 core practices, and submit your workbook exercises β€” and if it's not the right fit, email Sean@MindfulnessExercises.com with your feedback within 30 days of purchase for a full refund.

    Most graduates complete the certification in 4–12 weeks, though the program is fully self-paced with lifetime access β€” some finish faster with focused effort, and others take several months alongside work and family. Certification requires completing the core training and two courses, finishing the workbook, logging 40 hours of personal practice, and submitting a practice teaching.

    Standard tuition is $2,497 for the Core Certification and $2,997 for the Premium Package (which adds the done-for-you brandable curriculum and CE access). Several times a year β€” around real events like our live guest-teacher weeks β€” we open enrollment savings windows with $1,000 off and monthly payment plans. Need-based partial scholarships and a 30-day money-back guarantee are available year-round.

    There's no legal licensing requirement to teach mindfulness. In practice, though, a recognized certification matters: schools, healthcare systems, and corporate clients increasingly ask for evidence of formal training, liability insurers commonly require it, and structured training protects your students β€” knowing how to hold space safely is different from having a personal practice. Certification is how you teach with confidence, credibility, and a curriculum you trust.

    No. This program and all materials are completely secular and evidence-based. The mindfulness practices we teach are designed for enhancing nonjudgmental, moment-to-moment awareness β€” nothing dogmatic or religious. You can integrate these teachings into any spiritual tradition or keep them entirely secular.

    Yes. The Premium package includes a ready-to-teach, brandable curriculum designed to help you launch workshops, groups, courses, and client programs faster. You can customize and brand the materials for your own business or practice β€” so you spend less time on prep and more time teaching.

    Yes. If you're certifying several people from one organization β€” a clinic, school, yoga studio, or workplace team β€” group discounts are available. Book a free 15-minute call to discuss your team's needs, or visit our teams page for organizational training options.

    Both. The credential you earn is Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher (CMMT). The training covers how to guide mindfulness meditation in secular settings β€” clinical, workplace, educational, and in private practice β€” so graduates use the certification in whichever of those they work in. If you are comparing programs by name, this one is a mindfulness meditation teacher certification: mindfulness is the approach, meditation is the practice you learn to teach.

    Yes β€” 37.5 homestudy CE hours are included with the Premium Package for licensed professionals. The Core Certification and scholarship-priced enrollments don't include CE access. Final CE applicability varies by board, license, and state.

    Designed for psychologists, MFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, LEPs, California nurses, chiropractors, and other healing arts professionals. See our Continuing Education Provider Information below for details. Final CE applicability varies by board, license, and state.

    Continuing Education is sponsored by Mindful CECs. Mindful CECs is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists and maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Mindful CECs is a provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, BRN Provider CEP17985. The California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS), and many other state licensing boards recognize APA-approved sponsors as accepted CE providers for MFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and LEPs. Final CE applicability varies by board, license, and state.

    Still Have Questions?

    Book a free 15-minute call with Sean Fargo, the program’s founder β€” ask him anything β€” or start your journey today.

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    Your Calling

    The World Needs More Mindfulness Teachers β€” Not More Barriers

    We envision a world where we all support each other in being present with the love and mystery of each unfolding moment.

    Mindfulness isn't complex, religious, or esoteric β€” it's simply bringing gentle awareness to our moment-to-moment experience. Everyone has the ability to share this gift with others.

    Right now, someone is struggling with anxiety, burnout, or overwhelm β€” and they don't know where to turn. You could be the person who helps them.

    We all need a little encouragement to be present, to meet this moment with gentle care, and to find the space to respond to life with the wisdom that is already within us.

    Join 2,000+ graduates who answered this call and never looked back.

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