Mindfulness for Wellbeing and Peak Performance

Short course

Mindfulness for Wellbeing and Peak Performance

Learn mindfulness techniques to reduce stress and improve performance.

Registrations for 2024 are now open.
All course dates are viewable in the 'Fees and Dates' tab below.


This course runs on the first Monday of every month between February and November.

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Stressed by the pace of modern life? Mindfulness might be the answer. Research shows that when you’re not deliberately paying attention to something, your brain goes into default mode causing increased anxiety and poor communication. Mindfulness can help end this unproductive behaviour. In this online course, you’ll learn how to incorporate mindfulness practices into your life, to reduce stress and improve your personal and professional life.

Who should attend?

This course is for anyone, because everyone can benefit from mindfulness. No previous experience of mindfulness is required. We will explain how mindfulness works, but above all this is a practical course. We will ask you to explore different mindfulness techniques and reflect on your experience.

This course is not designed to be therapeutic for significant health problems so if you have any concerns in this regard then it is recommended that you speak to a suitably qualified health practitioner.

Learning objectives

  1. Identify the causes of stress in your life
  2. Experiment with a range of mindfulness techniques
  3. Develop a range of mindfulness techniques that are effective in your life
  4. Evaluate the impact of a variety of mindfulness techniques
  5. Reflect on your experiences in a personal mindfulness journal
  6. Engage in a more mindful approach to work, study and life
Fees

$99 (incl GST)

2024 Course Dates
  • 5 Feb 2024 - 3 Mar 2024
  • 4 Mar 2024 - 31 Mar 2024
  • 1 Apr 2024 - 28 April 2024
  • 6 May 2024 - 2 Jun 2024
  • 3 Jun 2024 - 30 Jun 2024
  • 1 Jul 2024 - 28 July 2024
  • 5 Aug 2024 - 1 Sep 2024
  • 2 Sep 2024 - 6 Oct 2024
  • 7 Oct 2024 - 3 Nov 2024
  • 4 Nov 2024 - 1 Dec 2024
Discounts and group concessions

M3CS supports individuals and organisations striving to create positive impact and offers concessions and group discounts to help those with limited resources. Whether you are planning a community event, conducting research, running professional development programs or providing essential support services, we understand the challenges individuals and organisations can face. That's why we encourage you to reach out to us today and explore how we can work together to meet your specific needs and create positive change.

  • 20% discount for Monash Staff, Monash Alumni and Students
  • 25% discount for groups of 50-200
  • 30% discount for groups 200+

* Discount codes can be applied at Checkout after Checkout Now.

** Monash staff can use a Cost Centre and Fund. Login via your Monash account at Checkout Now and select ‘Staff Cost Centre and Fund’.

*** Payment by invoice is available. Click Checkout Now and select ‘Pay By Invoice’

Contact m3cs@monash.edu and let us help you.

Course structure

Week 1 Introducing mindfulness

  • What it means to be mindful and unmindful
  • Mindfulness meditation - introducing The Comma
  • The problem of unmindfulness
  • Why mindfulness matters to your personal and professional life

Week 2 Mindfulness and mindful stress reduction

  • The stress response and its implications for wellbeing and performance
  • Cultivating gentleness
  • The power of curiosity
  • Mindfulness in daily life

Week 3 Improving work and study performance

  • Why attention matters
  • The cognitive practices of mindfulness
  • The power of unitasking
  • Mindfulness for productivity

Week 4 Mindfulness as a way of life

  • Mindfulness and emotions
  • Mindful eating
  • Mindfulness for creativity
  • Explore, develop and maintain mindfulness practices

Frequently asked questions

What does the course involve?

Course includes videos, articles, guided practices, self-assessment questionnaires, resources, online discussion forums, feedback videos.

Is there any compulsory assessment in this course?

No. There is no compulsory assessment in this course.

How much time does the course take each week?

The course covers approximately 1-2 hour of content per week. This can be more or less depending on the time you choose to spend exploring additional resources, exercises and engaging in discussion with other participants.

I don't have 1-2 hour per week available, can I still do the course and benefit?

Yes. You are in control of how far you take your learning. Do you just want to cover the basics? Do you want to go deeper? It's up to you. Many of the resources are downloadable so that you can keep the learnings and practice applying them in your own time.

Is the entire course viewable when the course commences?

Yes.

Do I receive a certificate at the end of the course?

Yes, after completion of an end-of-course survey.

How long do I get access to the course content?

You will have access to the course content for an extra 4 weeks after the course closes (course material is viewable for a total of 8 weeks).

Our organisation would like to have a dedicated run of the course for a large number of our staff only, is this possible?

Yes, please email m3cs@monash.edu to discuss.

Key faculty and presenters

Professor Craig Hassed

Professor Craig Hassed OAM is a doctor and the education director of the Monash Centre for Consciousness and Contemplative Studies and coordinator of mindfulness programs across Monash University. Craig also works in the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences.

Dr Richard Chambers

Dr Richard Chambers is a clinical psychologist and internationally recognised expert in mindfulness. Richard is a key contributor to the Monash Centre for Consciousness and Contemplative Studies.