Certified Meditation Instructor Program - C.MI

There is much more to the practice of meditation than simply learning to sit quietly. While many meditation courses focus almost entirely on relaxation, it is important to note that while relaxation is one component of meditation - it is only the very beginning of a life-long study of mindfulness and self.

The C.MI Meditation Instructor Certification Program addresses a broad area of study in mindfulness meditation practice and meditation instruction. From posture and attitude - to dealing with breathing, distractions, training plateaus and much more.

The C.MI curriculum includes required reading work, written assignments, multi-media resources, interactive study and practice forums, practice journal assignments, as well as an online final exam.

Outcomes: C.MI graduates are expected to develop (and/or deepen) a solid working foundation of:

The C.MI Program is a self-paced, instructor-led, online course of study that features required reading and written assignments, section quizzes, instructor-reviewed home practice, online participation, and much more.

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Common Questions

We've worked hard to make the C.MI. program one of the best of its kind, anywhere in the world. Students are able to move through their studies at their own personal pace, but know that anytime they have questions or need guidance, I am here to help. C.MI. has its own private online campus area on the UHT University Campus System. There, we meet to share ideas, practice challeneges, and discoveries in an online open exchange with other students from all around the world. It is a safe, private online environment that allows the student to really discover (or re-discover) their practice from the ground-up. I encourage you to register today. I greatly look forward to working with you in the course!

- Stephen Rinaldi, C.MI. Instructor / Director

C.MI Graduate Comments
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"Of all the decisions I have made in my life, taking this course has been a life altering experience, and one of the best decisions I have ever made."

Dale R. - Alberta, Canada

"This C.MI course exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend taking this course for those who are looking to establish a mindfulness meditation practice, who want to learn how to implement mindfulness in daily life and who are passionate about helping others. For myself, taking this course was one of the best things I have ever done and I am looking forward to continuing my journey helping others. Thank you, Stephen Rinaldi, for your insight and guidance."

Dawn A.
Alberta, Canada

"I had previously taught meditation and I still found this course work to be exceptional. I learned a great deal from participating in the coursework. I feel I am a much better informed teacher now. Because of the course my personal meditation practice is now more disciplined and regular. This helps my teaching practice a great deal. I am very grateful to Stephen and staff for putting together such a well rounded curriculum."

Francis O. - California, USA

I am so thankful for Stephen Rinaldi and the C.MI. program at UHT.  I graduated the C.MI. program a few years ago and not only did it help improve my own meditation practice, it also helped me to become a good Meditation Instructor. I started teaching  Mindfulness meditation to students shortly after graduating. It’s a great addition to the other styles of meditation I have been using for 9 years. I am also a wellness coach and stress management expert and recommend Mindfulness meditation and the C.MI. program to all my clients. If you sign up for this program, you will love it.

Kimberly Palm, C.MI.
Body & Mind Healing, LLC

What a blessing to my life the CMI course has been. At the age of fifty I enrolled and I can honestly say it has changed the path of my life and made me my best self. I am continuing to learn and expand my education and awareness of self and others through UHT study courses.

Brad I. - Virginia, USA

"This was an absolutely life changing course.Thank you so much for all you do!!"

Shannon K. - Michigan, USA

"With previous experience in vipassana meditation, the C.MI meditation instructor course is exactly what I was looking for. 100% practical and deeply grounded fundamentals in technique. The main course text is one of the best meditation books I've ever read. I feel lucky to have found the C.MI course!"

Eric C. - Ontario, Canada

"This coursework was incredibly beneficial to my practice. The readings were excellent and perfect for both my practice and my soon to be business. I feel there was a perfect balance of learning, practicing, assessments, and valuable feedback in order to feel confident about my moving forward with my certification. I also enjoyed the group support among other classmates through our group chats (wonderful people!). Thank you very much, Prof. Rinaldi!"

Amanda A. - New Jersey, USA

"The C.MI course was just what I needed, both personally and professionally. I feel like I have a solid foundation from which to guide others along as I advance my own Practice."

Paul G. - Massachusetts, USA

"This was one of the most difficult programs I have ever engaged in and yet it has been the most rewarding. I would offer anyone who is the least bit interested in Mindfulness to pursue this program wholeheartedly."

Tony M.
Oregon, USA

"I thought meditation had changed my life before I started this program, but this program has thoroughly changed my life. I hope to help so many others reach for and find the peace in their lives as well."

Candace F.
Maine, USA

"I have taught meditation for more than 30 years and found the information and course material to be exceptional for those beginning thier path to becoming a meditation instructor. The public nowadays seem to require a "certification" to qualify anything you do, and the C.MI course and resulting certificate have most certainly fit that requirement.  My student base has increased because of the C.MI certification...thank you Stephen Rinaldi!"

Master Doug Lucero, C.MI.
Shen Fa Kung Fu
Clinton, Utah

"I found the CMI programme incredibly uplifting and enlightening i will admit! Even though I had been practising meditation for over a decade before I enrolled into C.MI, through the C.MI I realised I had picked up some 'bad' habits along the way and how to correct them immediately.Once joining, I found the selected book references to guide you through the programme incredibly insightful. Also, having to endure the death of my mother during the programme, I found the journals extremely helpful in staying focused and present during a difficult phase in my life. The benefits of having the forums running in parallel felt you were part of a community - especially for me being a million miles way from the US (in France) - so that was reassuring and a bonus to C.MI. So thank you Stephen and your CMI team. with metta."

Edward N. - Fontainebleau, France

Other Comments on Educational Programs from Stephen Rinaldi, D.MT.

"I found the course to be engaging and informative.  But, what was most valuable to me was the experience. What I mean by that was the interaction with fellow students, the guidance and feedback from the instructor, and the growth of not only myself, but fellow students during this short course.  It was exciting and fulfilling! I'm sixty years old (young), and I've participated in and conducted numerous courses in my lifetime.  This ranks up there with the very best! The most important thing I take from this course is "Live a life of demonstration, change you and inspire others."

J. Stanford Jr.
Texas, USA

"Since taking this course i am amazed at the level of awareness that I have gained. My actions are much more reflective of the kind of life I am choosing to live, and I am confident that I can use my skills in helping others in my future.  I would've taken this course even if I wasn't training to be a Coach because the personal growth is priceless."

Debi Jackson
Michigan - USA

"Where do I begin?! Attending the course has been an awesome experience! I had the honour of meeting wonderful people from all over the world, all the way from Australia, Spain and the U.S., that were on a similar wave length and had the opportunity to learn a lot from each other. The course was very intense and works on all levels, including amongst others, your intellectual and psychological level. The online course is user friendly and Stephen Rinaldi makes it attention grabbing and interesting with the various video clips that are added to complement the content of the course. The self-discovery, principles and applications obtained from the course are priceless! Thank you everyone:-) "

Neovi Lenou
Cyprus ~

"I only have words of gratitude to Stephen Rinaldi and the work he carries out in this course.
I have changed my perception in many areas in which I was blocked and did not know how to overcome. Now I see things in such a different way. I am greatly looking forward (and feel ready) to begin counseling others as well. Thanks so much for this amazing course!"

Rocío Segundo
Madrid, Spain

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