Yes, 36 Continuing Education Credits are available for health professionals for an additional fee of $175. It is the sole responsibility of the participant to attend the entire session (must arrive within 15 mins of start time), always have their video on, participate in the session, and submit a separate training evaluation form at the end of the final session. No partial CE credit is available if the minimum program attendance requirements are not met. Learn more here.
Certification & Credits Questions
Can the CCARE Compassion Lab be audited?
No, due to the highly immersive and participatory nature of the program, only registered participants may attend.
Is academic credit offered for the CCARE Compassion Lab?
No, the CCARE Compassion Lab does not currently offer academic credit.
What can I do with a Certificate of Completion from the CCARE Compassion Lab?
Upon successful completion, graduates of the CCARE Compassion Lab receive a Certificate of Completion from Stanford University’s Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education (CCARE). This certificate signifies in-depth training in the study and practice of compassion, demonstrating the graduate’s ability to integrate evidence-based methods of compassion with lived application in personal, professional, and community contexts.
A certificate of completion from CCARE at Stanford University serves as a mark of personal and professional credibility—enhancing leadership and relational skills—which can be highlighted on résumés, CVs, bio’s, and other professional profiles. Beyond recognition, the certificate of completion also reflects a graduate’s commitment to embodying compassion in their work, communities, and daily life, contributing to positive impact in a divided and rapidly changing world.
Here are some meaningful things graduates of the CCARE Compassion Lab could do with their certificate of completion:
Professional Development & Career Impact
- Demonstrate advanced training in compassion science, leadership, and applied practice to employers, clients, or collaborators.
- Enhance professional credibility in fields like healthcare, education, psychology, coaching, business, social work, conflict resolution, or community leadership.
- Include the training on CVs, résumés, and LinkedIn profiles to signal commitment to evidence-based compassion practices.
- Differentiate oneself in competitive environments by showing experience in emotional intelligence, compassionate dialogue, conflict resolution, and bridge-building.
Practical Application
- Integrate compassion practices into workplaces or community projects
- Apply compassion skills in leadership roles, improving team culture, patient care, classroom dynamics, or organizational climate.
- Develop and lead compassion-based initiatives or workshops informed by the tools and practices gained through the program.
Academic & Personal Growth
- Use the certificate towards continuing education credit (see info below)
- Support applications to advanced programs in psychology, leadership, or related disciplines.
- Join or strengthen a global network of compassion practitioners through the CCARE alumni community.
- Demonstrate personal transformation and a sustained commitment to living compassionately in challenging times.
- Be an ambassador of compassion within your community, workplace, and family.
Does The CCARE Compassion Lab train you to teach a specific protocol like CCT, MBSR, MSC, CBT, MBCT, etc?
No. CCL is not a program to train or certify participants to teach a specific protocol.