2020-2021 Graduate Academic Catalog

Graduate Certificate in Mindfulness Studies 15 credits

The Graduate Certificate in Mindfulness Studies will provide students with a strong foundation in the history, theory, and practice of mindfulness so that they may integrate mindfulness into their professional practices and personal lives. This program is especially suitable for health and wellness professionals, social workers, counselors, educators, and who wish to develop their own practice of mindfulness and to share these practices with students, clients and colleagues.

Students in the 15-credit certificate may apply to transfer into the Mindfulness Studies master's degree program at any time during the certificate program.

Program of Study

Semester One

GMIND 6042Mindfulness: Practice, Theory, and Science

3

GMIND 6049Contemplative Practice Traditions

3

Semester Two

GWKSP 6062Mindfulness Studies Residency

0

GMIND 6047Mindful Communication

3

GMIND 6050Mindful Leadership and Social Change

3

Semester Three

GWKSP 6057Mindfulness Meditation Retreat

0

GMIND 6058Introduction to Contemplative Neuroscience

3