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MSC for Busy People Info Session - Free

MSC for Busy People Info Session - Free

Interested in Mindful Self-Compassion but unable to jump feet first in to a 10-week course? Our six-week course may be just the experience you need in this moment.

Our MSC for Busy People course is a practical introduction to self-compassion for everyday life. 

Designed for people with busy lives, MSC for Busy People offers a focused exploration of the foundational skills of self-compassion. Through six weekly sessions, participants learn simple, evidence-based practices to work with self-criticism, stress, difficult emotions, and burnout with greater kindness and resilience.

Whether you are new to self-compassion or looking for accessible tools to support your wellbeing, MSC for Busy People provides an approachable starting point for practice.

Upon registration for this session, you will receive an email with the $50 off discount code.

 Please note that discounts cannot be refunded or combined.

Missed Discounts: Refunds will not be given for missed coupon codes or discounts.
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  • Who Should Attend

    This session is suitable for everyone, including the general public, mental health and healthcare professionals, meditation and mindfulness instructors, yoga teachers, wellness coaches, and educators at all levels.

    Prerequisites Needed:
    None, all are welcome to attend!


    Upon registration, you will receive an email with the discount code. Please do not register before you receive that code as we are unable to provide equivalent refunds. For more information on our Refunds, please visit our policies page. 


    You do not need to sign up for a MSC for Busy People class with the same Info Session instructor. Please note that discounts cannot be stacked or combined.


    If you're interested, you can sign up by selecting which session you can attend. The zoom link will be sent in the registration confirmation email.

  • Scholarships

    A limited number of scholarships are available. You can apply for a scholarship using the Scholarship Application. Places will be offered in  the order application forms are received. Places are confirmed once payment is received. (Please note that scholarships are based on personal financial need, separate from being financially over-extended or over-committed.)

    Information Sessions are not recorded. If you cannot make an information session prior to your preferred course enrollment date, please reach out to our team at hello@centerformsc.org with any questions. We will be more than happy to answer them and provide any support as needed.

MSC for Busy People Learning Objectives

  • Articulate the basic theoretical underpinnings and research findings related to self-compassion

  • Develop and apply self-compassion practices to motivate themselves with encouragement rather than self-criticism

  • Develop the capacity to contend with challenges and difficulties through awareness of self-kindness, common humanity and mindfulness

  • Apply core self-compassion practices into daily life

FAQs & Important Information

Does this qualify as a prerequisite for MSC Teacher Training?

No, the 6-week MSC for Busy People does not count as a prerequisite for CMSC's Teacher Training program.

In order to start your journey towards becoming a MSC teacher, please explore our 10-week Live Online MSC program, an 8-week MSC program, or a 5-day In-Person Intensive. More information can be found here.

Are CEs available for this course?

Fees for CE credit: $30 USD

*Must attend all classes live to receive credits.

Please see the dropdown box on the course registration page, below the course title, above the add to cart button to purchase.

Continuing Education Credits are awarded in the following categories: American Psychological Association (APA) and Board of Registered Nursing (BRN).

For those licensed outside California, please check with your local licensing board to determine if CE credit is accepted.

Feel free to email hello@centerformsc.org for any follow up CEU/CME questions.

Psychologists

UC San Diego Center for Mindfulness is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The UC San Diego Center for Mindfulness maintains responsibility for this program and its content. 6.0 CE credit.

California Licensed MFTs, LPCCs, LEPs, LCSWs

This activity is an approved continuing education program by the American Psychological Association. Credit hours may be applied to your license renewal through the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. 6.0 CE credit.

Nurses

UC San Diego Center for Mindfulness is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing to sponsor continuing education. Provider Number CEP16351. 7.0 contact hours.

If I'm unable to attend, can I request a refund?

Our entire Refund Policy is located here: https://centerformsc.org/cmsc-policies/

We encourage you to review the Refund Policy in its entirety. Below is important information that we would like you to be aware of before choosing to make a financial commitment with us.

All refund requests must be made via the refund request form at the link above.


Refunds must meet specific terms of eligibility to include the reason for requesting a refund.
Our Refund Policy (at the link above) includes details on when we are able and are not able to issue a full refund.


All refund request forms are reviewed by a small team of our staff. We ask for your patience and understanding when requesting a refund.


If you have any questions after reviewing our Refund Policy, feel free to reach out to us at hello@centerformsc.org

Important Info: Mindful Self-Compassion is not a substitute for Therapy

Our programs are designed to teach participants the tools needed to develop and cultivate a mindfulness and self-compassion practice.

It is not a substitute for mental health care, personal therapy or medical treatment.


Personal safety and emotional wellbeing are the foundation of self-compassion training and you are primarily responsible for your own safety.

Teachers and facilitators are not expected or able to provide medical and/or psychological care. Course experiences may bring up challenging memories or feelings.

If you have a history with a serious mental health condition or other concerns you think may impact your ability to take this course, please contact CMSC or your healthcare professional to determine if this course is right for you. Your personal contact information may be used in the event the teacher or facilitator reasonably determines a need to call emergency services on your behalf.

Important Info: Productive Participation in Courses & Workshops

Participation is at the discretion of the teachers and facilitators at all times.

If, in the opinion of the teachers and facilitators, you are unable to participate productively and appropriately in the course or workshop you have registered for, you may be asked to discontinue.

Decisions of removal are to ensure CMSC provides the safest space possible for our participants and teachers. Please see our refund policy regarding necessary participant removal.