Mindfulness teachers who are included in the MTA register are bound by a strict code of ethical and professional practice. They agree to uphold the professional standards including:

• Assessing the suitability of participants, giving accurate advice, and referring potential participants for consultation with their specialist health provider, where appropriate
• Only teaching on the basis of an externally accredited mindfulness teaching qualification
• Treating participants at all times with consideration, respect, dignity, compassion and kindness