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Mindmapping

In this Mindmapping course you learn how to structure information visually, think more creatively and turn ideas into concrete actions. Practical and directly applicable.

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In brief. Mind Mapping is a 1-day classroom course. You take it in Amsterdam and Utrecht, in a group of no more than 8 participants. The price is € 625,- excl. VAT per participant, including course materials, lunch on site and a certificate of attendance. For a team or department we also run this course in-company.

  • More overview in complex information
  • Turning ideas into actions quickly
  • Visual thinking for more creativity
  • Practical exercises for immediate results
  • Insight into how your brain works

Would you like more overview, both in your head and on paper? With mind mapping you process information more quickly, remember things better and come up with creative ideas more easily. You get the theory, the methods and the practical tools to start using it straight away.

Description

In the Mindmapping course you discover how to make ideas visual and process information more quickly and effectively. You start with the theory behind mindmapping: how do you begin a mindmap, how do you add structure and what is the relationship between the way the brain works and the most effective mindmapping methods?

After that you get to work on practical assignments that take your mind mapping skills to a higher level. You compare your work with that of fellow participants and so gain valuable insights that you can apply directly in your own work or study situation. The course is delivered by a professional in the field of learning processes and memory and is characterised by a strong alternation between theory and practice.

Topics

  • Introduction to mind mapping: applications and benefits
  • How the brain works and the influence of visual thinking
  • Basic principles of effective mindmapping
  • Well-known mindmapping methods: advantages and disadvantages
  • Mindmapping in practice and common pitfalls
  • Practical assignments to practise with

Result

After the Mindmapping course you will apply this technique effectively in a wide range of situations. You will understand and remember complex information better, structure your thoughts more quickly and turn ideas into concrete actions. Thanks to your insight into how the brain works and into various mindmapping methods, you will work more creatively and productively, both in the workplace and beyond.

Target audience

This course is suitable for anyone who wants to bring more overview and structure to their thinking and working processes. Whether you want to structure information, plan projects, brainstorm more effectively, deal with complex information at work, make plans for your business or set personal goals: this course will help you further. No specific prior knowledge is required.

Teaching method

During this course you alternate continuously between theory and practice. You start with the background to mind mapping: how your brain processes information, which methods exist and how to bring structure to a mind map. After that you get to work on practical assignments yourself.

You work in a small group under the guidance of an experienced trainer who specialises in learning processes and memory. By comparing your work with that of fellow participants you gain new insights and immediate feedback. This means that by the end of the day you take away concrete tools that you can apply straight away in your work or studies.

Prior knowledge

No specific prior knowledge is required for this course. You do not need any experience with mindmapping or comparable techniques. An open attitude and a willingness to get started visually are enough to take part straight away.

Comments

In this interactive one-day course you learn how to apply mindmapping effectively in order to organise and remember information better. Highly suitable for improving your working and thinking processes through more structure and overview. Suitable for professionals and students, with no specific prior knowledge required.

Practical information

Number of days
1 day
Course times
from 10 am to 5 pm
Teaching hours
6 hours
Education level
Suitable for all levels
Preparation time
None
Included
Course materials and lunch on site
Certificate
At the end of the course you will receive a certificate of attendance
Cancel
Free up to four weeks before the start (cancellation terms)

Language

The course is given in Dutch as standard. The trainer speaks English. English-language course materials can be used. If at least 3 participants register, the course can also be given entirely in English.

In-company

Would you like to organise this training for a whole group or several groups? This can be cost-effective. For example, we can tailor the content entirely to your organisation, and training a whole group is also cheaper.

Are you looking at large numbers of participants or a complete academy? That involves a great deal. Consider planning and communication, for example, or identifying and agreeing the objectives and content of the training. Or differences in level, feedback mechanisms and safeguarding. Fortunately, Learnit has extensive experience in this field (more than 25 years) and we are happy to help you through this process.

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All start dates

1 training day. Confirmed dates first, then in order of date.

  • Thu 26 November 2026Certain to go ahead Amsterdam · 10:00–17:00Free cancellation until 29 October Enrol
  • Mon 23 August 2027 Utrecht · 10:00–17:00Free cancellation until 26 July Enrol

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This course for your team?

Plan your own group on a date that suits you, at your office, at our premises or online. We tailor the content to your day-to-day work, and training a whole group is cheaper than individual bookings.

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  • Tailored content
  • Multiple groups or an academy are also possible
  • More than 25 years' experience
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What others say about this course

"Good story, knowledgeable and inspiring, with a dose of humour too"

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"Tailor-made course! Based on the intake, the course was adapted to our (my) requirements. The course ties in nicely with day-to-day practice."

Participant

"In a short space of time – unfortunately I was unable to attend the second day – I learned some very practical applications."

Participant

"For me, the biggest plus was that the course material is very clear. This means you can follow the course at your own pace, without the stress of wondering what they actually mean. I was very pleasantly surprised. I should say, though, that I already had some knowledge of Access."

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Frequently asked questions

Can I cancel free of charge?

Yes. Up to four weeks before the first day of the course you can cancel free of charge, without giving a reason. You then receive a credit note or, if you have already paid, a refund. If you cancel later, you pay part of the course fee: 25% between four and two weeks before the start, 75% in the two weeks before it and 100% in the final week. Moving to another start date is free of charge up to two weeks before the start, after that 50%. Sending a colleague in your place is always possible. Read the cancellation terms.

Who is the Mindmapping course suitable for and is any prior knowledge required?
The Mind Mapping course is suitable for anyone who wants to bring more structure to their thinking and working processes, whether that is brainstorming, planning projects, studying or setting personal goals. No prior knowledge is required. You follow the course in a classroom setting together with a small group of fellow participants.
What will you learn during Learnit's Mindmapping course?
During the Mindmapping course you will learn how to make ideas visual and process information more effectively. You will gain insight into how the brain works, the basic principles of mindmapping and well-known methods with their advantages and disadvantages. You will also practise with practical assignments, so that you can apply what you have learned directly to work, study or personal goals.
How does the Mindmapping course at Learnit work?
The Mindmapping course lasts , with theory and practice alternating. You start with the basics: how the brain works and which mindmapping methods are the most effective. After that you get to work yourself on practical assignments and compare your work with that of fellow participants. The course is taught in a classroom setting, including course material and guidance from an experienced trainer.
Do you receive a certificate after completing the Mind Mapping course?
Yes, on completion of the Mindmapping course you will receive a certificate of participation from Learnit. This certificate confirms that you have successfully completed the classroom course. You can add it to your LinkedIn profile or CV to demonstrate that you are skilled in visual thinking, brainstorming techniques and structuring information effectively.
Can the Mindmapping course also be taken in-company or tailored to your needs at Learnit?
Yes, the Mind Mapping course can also be taken in-company. Learnit then delivers the course at your organisation's premises, for a group of colleagues at the same time. The content is tailored to your practical situation, such as project brainstorms, meeting structures or organising specialist information. The course is taught in a classroom setting by an experienced trainer. Request a tailored quotation for the exact price.
When should you choose a classroom Mind Mapping course instead of a YouTube tutorial or a free app such as XMind?
A YouTube tutorial or a free tool such as XMind, MindMeister or Miro will show you the technique, but gives you no feedback on your own mind maps. You choose Learnit's classroom Mind Mapping course if you want to change the way you think in a structural way, rather than simply learning to operate a tool. During the course day you are given theory on how the brain works, you compare your mind maps with those of fellow participants and you work under the guidance of a specialist in learning processes and memory. That gives you immediate correction of pitfalls, something self-study does not offer. Choose self-study if you only want to explore the software. Choose the classroom course if you want to use mind mapping for complex work processes, study or decision-making.
What is the difference between learning mind mapping in a classroom course and picking it up yourself from a book or online tutorial?
A book or YouTube video explains the technique, but you get no feedback on your own mind maps. That is exactly where the gain lies. During Learnit's classroom Mind Mapping course you work on practical assignments and compare your mind maps directly with those of fellow participants. This shows you where you lose structure, stay too text-based or miss branches. The trainer specialises in learning processes and memory and can explain why a particular approach does or does not work for your brain. Self-study is suitable if you only want to know the basics. For anyone who really wants to use mind mapping for complex information, project planning or brainstorming sessions, practising in a classroom with direct correction delivers more than a tutorial.
How quickly can I actually apply mind mapping in my work after this course?
You can apply mind mapping straight after the course day. The classroom course is built around practical assignments in which you immediately practise with your own work or study questions. By the end of the day you will have created several mind maps yourself and received feedback from the trainer and fellow participants. For straightforward applications, such as meeting minutes, brainstorming and project planning, the method works right away. For more complex applications, such as structuring a large knowledge domain or a multi-year plan, you will usually need two to four weeks of regular practice before it really flows. The course gives you the basic principles, well-known methods and insight into how the brain works; you then build up the routine yourself by using mind mapping consistently.
Does mindmapping work digitally as well, or do you mainly work with pen and paper in this course?
During Learnit's Mind Mapping course the emphasis is on the method, not on one specific tool. You learn the basic principles of effective mind mapping, how the brain works during visual thinking and well-known mind mapping methods with their advantages and disadvantages. You apply these principles regardless of whether you later work with pen and paper or with digital tools such as XMind, MindMeister or Miro. In the practical assignments you practise yourself and compare your work with that of fellow participants. This gives you insight into which working method suits your situation: paper for brainstorming and remembering, digital for collaborating and developing further. The course is taught in a classroom setting by a professional in the field of learning processes and memory.
Is mindmapping scientifically substantiated or mainly a popular working method?
Mindmapping has a sound basis in the way the brain processes information. The method was developed in the 1970s by Tony Buzan and builds on principles from cognitive psychology: the brain remembers visual patterns, colours and associations better than linear text. In Learnit's Mindmapping course we therefore spend part of the day on how the brain works and its relationship with visual thinking. You will learn why certain mindmapping methods are more effective than others and which pitfalls are common. The course is taught in a classroom setting by a trainer with expertise in learning processes and memory. You will therefore receive both the theory and practical assignments, so that you understand why the technique works and not just how to apply it.
How does mindmapping compare with other brainstorming or note-taking techniques such as Cornell notes, bullet journaling or the Pomodoro method?
Mindmapping and techniques such as Cornell notes or bullet journaling solve different problems. Cornell notes is a linear note-taking method, developed for summarising lectures and texts. Bullet journaling is mainly a planning system for tasks and habits. Pomodoro is a time management technique, not a thinking method. Mindmapping works radially from a central theme and is strong in association, brainstorming and seeing connections between separate pieces of information. You use it where overview and creativity come together: setting up a project, preparing a presentation, breaking down complex material or translating goals into actions. In the Mindmapping course you learn when mindmapping is the right choice and when another method suits better. The techniques do not exclude each other; they complement each other.
What does the Mind Mapping course cost and how long does it take?

You can find the current price at the top right of this course page, along with the schedule, location and delivery format. For in-company or bespoke courses we are happy to provide a quotation on request.

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Confirmed to run: Thu 26 November 2026 in Amsterdam

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