Mediation: Practitioner Development

On a daily basis we may encounter conflicts and seek to resolve them through negotiations and other forms of conflict resolution. Some of these are simple and easy to resolve, while others are complex and may require the support of a third party, or mediator . In this course we will explore mediation from several points of view and approaches, as listed below under the session headings. We will explore the theories that underlie the field of mediation as we concentrate on building the skills necessary to practice mediation professionally.

Note: This course qualifies as the prerequisite for an apprenticeship opportunity in anticipation of mediation certification through a number of Community Dispute Resolution Centers statewide.  This course is also Part 146A approved, which is necessary to qualify for participation on a roster in the New York State Court System.