Master Trainer Sessions provide you with the information and materials to implement A Matter of Balance (MOB) in your community. Training sessions are offered by MaineHealth – both virtually and in person. Upcoming Master Trainer Session start dates are listed on this page.
Upon successful completion of the training, you will become a Master Trainer certified to:
- Recruit and train lay leader Coaches to lead A Matter of Balance (MOB) in-person as well as A Matter of Balance Virtual (MOB-V) classes
- Market the program to older adults
- Evaluate outcomes
September 15 - 18, 2025
Virtual Training
https://www.mhesevents.org/A1MYbW
October 13 - 16, 2025
Virtual Training
https://www.mhesevents.org/K1nDxV
November 10 - 13, 2025
Virtual Training
https://www.mhesevents.org/OvnOKx
December 8 - 11, 2025
Virtual Training
https://www.mhesevents.org/r3LKbA
For more info, please contact: PFHA@mainehealth.org or 207-661-7120
The fee for a Master Trainer session is $2,000 + $65.00 shipping and handling per person. This includes:
- 20 hour training
- Comprehensive curriculum materials for both in person Matter of Balance (MOB) and the Matter of Balance Virtual Translation (MOB-V)
- Master Trainer Manual
Group training by request
MaineHealth can work with your organization to offer a training for your group. Please contact us at PFHA@mainehealth.org or 207-661-7120 for more information.
Virtual training technology requirements
A laptop, desktop or large tablet with two way video and audio are required to register for the virtual Master Trainer Training. Cameras are expected to be on during the training. If your camera is off you will not receive your certification. Using a smart phone is allowed as a supplemental device only.
What qualities and experience do I need?
- Experience and interest in working with older adults
- Knowledge about the special needs of older adults
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience with group process and facilitation
- Comfort with teaching, leading group discussion and role play
- Willingness to learn about and support the principles and protocols of evidence-based programs
- Enthusiasm about being a member of a team
- Dependability
- Ability to use audiovisual equipment (TV/DVD, overhead projector)
- Ability to perform range-of-motion and low-level endurance exercises and to demonstrate exercises
- Ability to carry up to 20 pounds
- Life experience valued with an education or health care background a plus