Standards & Governance
Professional standards that protect clients, support practitioners and maintain the integrity of MBIR™ worldwide.
A professional framework for safe, ethical and accountable MBIR™ practice
MBIR International™ provides the governance framework that supports the safe, ethical and professional delivery of Mindfulness Based Inner Repatterning worldwide.
This page acts as the central hub for MBIR™ professional standards, certification standards, quality assurance processes, review procedures and related governance resources. It explains how MBIR™ maintains professional integrity and supports practitioners, trainers and the clients they serve.
MBIR™ is not simply a training programme. It is a developing international professional framework built around clear standards, transparent expectations, evidence-informed review and a commitment to client safety.
Governed with clarity, integrity and professional care
The MBIR™ governance approach is designed to protect clients, support practitioners and maintain the integrity of MBIR™ as it develops internationally.
Our standards are living documents. They evolve through research, clinical experience, practitioner feedback and ongoing review so that MBIR™ remains responsive, responsible and professionally robust.
Professional progression within MBIR™ International is based on demonstrated competence, ethical practice and ongoing professional development.
Core standards that support MBIR™ practice worldwide
The MBIR™ standards framework brings together the key areas of professional practice, training, online delivery and certification.
Professional Standards
Defines the ethical and professional expectations for MBIR™ practitioners to support safe, effective and accountable practice.
Learn MoreTrainer Standards
Sets out the competencies, responsibilities and delivery standards required for high quality MBIR™ training.
Learn MoreDigital Standards
Supports excellence in online learning through accessibility, engagement, security and data protection.
Learn MoreCertification Standards
Defines the knowledge, skills, assessment requirements and professional development needed for MBIR™ certification.
Learn MoreA continuous cycle of professional improvement
MBIR™ quality assurance is designed as an ongoing cycle rather than a one-time checkpoint.
Training, assessment, certification, professional practice, continuing development and standards review are connected so that the whole MBIR™ professional ecosystem remains aligned with safety, integrity and professional excellence.
- Training is delivered to consistent, evidence-informed standards.
- Assessment supports professional competence and ethical awareness.
- Certification confirms readiness for safe and accountable practice.
- Continuing professional development keeps practitioners skilled and current.
- Standards review ensures MBIR™ evolves through research, experience and feedback.
Standards review process
MBIR™ standards evolve through a transparent, evidence-informed and collaborative review process.
The MBIR™ Standards Committee reviews research, practitioner experience, supervision insights, client safety considerations and international professional developments. This review process helps ensure MBIR™ standards remain rigorous, relevant and responsive to the needs of practitioners and the clients they serve.
Updates are published with clarity and transparency so practitioners, trainers and the public understand how MBIR™ standards are maintained and improved over time.
How MBIR™ International supports consistent professional practice
A clear governance pathway connects the origins of MBIR™ with training, certification, professional delivery and public protection.
Explore MBIR™ governance documents and resources
Use these resources to explore the full MBIR™ professional framework.
Governance
Professional Standards
Professional Development
Certification Pathways
Practice Delivery
Digital Standards
Protecting clients. Supporting practitioners. Advancing MBIR™ worldwide.
MBIR International™ is committed to maintaining a professional governance framework that supports safe, ethical and effective practice across the world. Our standards are reviewed, refined and developed with integrity so that MBIR™ continues to serve clients, practitioners, trainers and the wider professional community responsibly.
Professional Standards
Clear expectations that support safe, accountable practice.
Practitioner Competence
Competence supported through training, assessment and development.
Ethical Practice
Integrity, responsibility and client wellbeing at the centre.