No. Courses offered through Compassion Education at Stanford CCARE (CESC) are continuing education and professional development programs and do not provide academic credit.
CCT-PP FAQs
Are Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits available for this course?
Yes, 16 CMEs are offered for this course through the Stanford Center for Continuing Medical Education. Learn more here.
Is there additional work required outside of class time?
No. During class, instructors will offer suggestions for applying the course material in daily life. Participants are encouraged to choose the practices that best support them, taking into account their own roles, responsibilities, and circumstances.
Will classes be recorded?
No. Classes are not recorded. One of the most valuable aspects of the course is the opportunity for participants to share openly and learn from one another. To support a confidential, trusting environment, sessions are not recorded.
Are there grants or scholarships available?
Yes. A limited number of scholarships are available to help make the course accessible to participants who might not otherwise be able to attend. Scholarships may cover 50% to 100% of tuition, and we anticipate awarding scholarships to approximately 15% of participants. Applications are accepted until two weeks before the course start date. Learn more about and apply for a scholarship here.
If you are interested in supporting access for others, we welcome donations to our scholarship fund. As a nonprofit program, 100% of scholarship donations go directly toward helping participants who would not otherwise have the financial resources to participate. To learn more, please contact compassioneducation@stanford.edu. We are grateful for your support.
What is the cancellation policy?
Full refunds are available up to 2 weeks prior to the class start date. Cancellations between 2 weeks and 3 business days prior to the class start date incur a $75 cancellation fee. No refunds are available after 3 business days prior to the class start date.
I’m a Stanford staff. Can I pay for the course with STAP funds?
Yes! You may request reimbursement from your STAP funds by submitting the request through your department’s administrator or manager. Unfortunately, CCARE cannot directly charge your STAP funds.
Are there prerequisites for enrollment?
There are no prerequisites for this course. However, enrollment is restricted to physicians and psychologists.
I want to register, but will need to miss a class or two – is that ok?
Participants are strongly encouraged to attend all sessions, as each class builds on the previous one. The course includes teachings, guided practices, interactive exercises, and group discussions that are central to the learning process. Attending consistently helps participants get the most out of the experience.
Unexpected things come up, and we understand that participants may need to miss a class. That said, each session builds on the previous one, so missing more than one class can make it harder to follow the material and get the full benefit of the course. To receive a certificate of completion from Stanford University, participants may miss no more than one class.
Classes will not be recorded.
What is the cost of this course?
The registration fee for the course is $950 and includes 16 hours of live, interactive instruction via Zoom, guided meditation recordings, printable course materials, and curated readings and videos to support continued learning and practice between sessions.
Does it take place in person?
No, it is a live, online-only course held on Zoom.
How often is it offered?
This course is offered once a quarter. You can find the current session dates here.
Who is the instructor?
CCARE’s Compassion in Healthcare team includes physicians and psychologists with experience teaching compassion-based practices in healthcare settings. Dr. Diana Adams will be teaching Compassion Cultivation Training for Physicians and Psychologists – learn more about her here.
Who is this course for?
This course is specifically designed to support physicians and psychologists who want to engage compassion for themselves and improve their relationships with others. For this session, registration is limited to physicians and psychologists. This course is approved for 16 CMEs.
A note for other healthcare providers: CCARE offers Compassion & Wellbeing in Healthcare once a quarter and is open to all healthcare providers. The course is approved for 12 CE credits. Physicians and psychologists who are not seeking CME credits are welcome to take Compassion & Wellbeing in Healthcare if it better fits their needs or schedule.
What is Compassion Cultivation Training for Physicians and Psychologists?
Compassion in Healthcare for Physicians and Psychologists is an 8-week course with insights and techniques from psychology, neuroscience, and contemplative practice. The course integrates evidence-based meditation techniques, interactive discussions, and lectures as well as real-world exercises to put learning into practice. It offers a way of coping with the suffering we witness and experience in our work and private lives. This class will provide a private and safe environment for physicians and psychologists to explore compassion issues. Learn more here.