Certification Process

Certification in Meditation

Becoming a Board Certified Meditation Specialist requires that participants complete a minimum of 300 hours from online training, retreats and/or teacher training or a combination of these, gain experience in the field with a minimum of 150 hours of teaching, a one-year personal practice and pass both a written and practical exam obtained through the National Meditation Specialist Certification Board. The National Meditation Specialist Certification Board (NMSCB) which is a separate entity from the Center for Meditation Science (CMS). NMSCB is the only national credentialing corporation for Meditation Specialists. NMSCB works with the Board Certified Meditation Specialists as both organizations support and facilitate the understanding and growth of meditation as a therapy. Certified Meditation Specialist Programs are held throughout the year to meet the needs of potential candidates. Graduates who pass the board certification are entitled to become listed in the Certified Meditation Specialist Directory of highly qualified board certified professionals.

Why Does Certification Matter?

NMS board certified specialists have met strong professional development standards.
NMS certification exams are a fair and accurate measure of professional competency.
NMS certification is now becoming accepted by governing boards, insurers, and the military.
NMS board certified specialists are in the greatest demand and command the highest salaries.

Enrolling in the Meditation Specialist Certification Program was one of the best decisions I have made for my personal growth. Through developing a regular meditation practice I am discovering I am less reactive in situations, more calm and collected mentally and emotionally. I am now watch my diet, and lowered my cholesterol level and miraculously I have dropped 15 unwanted pounds so far. Thanks for teaching this transformational class.

I work in an inpatient psychiatric hospital with acute and chronic adult consumers. I am thrilled to be able to teach breathing and relaxation techniques as ways to manage stress and as options to med-seeking behaviors and PRNs. Those that attend the meditation training receive yet another powerful tool for creating a sense of balance and centeredness. Dr. Taylor’s training has been an invaluable investment for me both personally and professionally.

Since receiving my Mediation Specialist credentials, I have used the both the theory and practice provided during my training in my personal life, my teaching profession, and in my private practice. I have used the focused awareness and meditation practice with every class I have taught. Thank you for the opportunity to be part of a wonderful program.

Thank you so much for the Meditation Specialist Certification Program. It has proven to be even more beneficial in my nursing practice than I imagined! Recently I had an 11 year old patient with severe pain compounded by extreme anxiety. What a difference this training has made for me and in turn this young man. My sincere appreciation for sharing your knowledge and experience with us.

"You can only teach what you have practiced" is Dr. Susan Taylor's message. Meditation specialist Certification, unlike any other nursing certification is a skill that needs to be practiced regularly. As a certified meditation specialist and nurse for 16 years, I am able to go deeper in my patient care. The training has greatly improved my skills as a health care provider.

The Meditation Specialist Certification program that I attended was and continues to be a life-changing experience for me. Since my return to work, it seems as though my workload is lighter. More aptly put, I am now able to handle my workload with more ease than before I attended. I know that it is just my ability to focus more sharply with my newly acquired meditation skills which allow me to flex my brain in such a way that I can focus my attention in the midst of chaos. I currently work on a very busy medical oncology floor where my days can be spent by being on my feet for a majority of the twelve and a half hours that I am there. Thanks to my new skills. I am very grateful for the experience.

I want to thank you for everything. My life has truly been transformed and I am just beginning to really live my life. My children especially see the difference in me over the past year and they comment on it regularly. Even my ex said he is seeing me in a new light. I guess the real me is out and alive...and I like it! Namaste, Mary

"Loved the "Summit the Soul" seminar...It was wonderful spending time with you and returning to the nurturing Himalayan Institute. I definitely could have stayed longer but appreciated the time I had. It's amazing to me, Susan, that you intuitively know just what I need to learn to move forward in my personal and teaching practice! Thank you so much for the knowledge and for your genuine warmth. It's great to be around you...and I look forward eagerly to our next retreat!"

“Susan’s guidance and teachings have transformed my life or shall I say she had shown me how to transform my life! I am forever changed and continue to grow.”

“I keep coming back to get a Susan-Infusion”- “Susan gives phenomenal life changing information.”

“Susan has the perfect blend of the spiritual knowledge of Eastern practice and Western Science. She is on the cutting edge of the place where East meets West. She has so much knowledge to share and she enriches my heart, body, and mind every time I attend one of her seminars!”