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Location: Online, 9am to 3pm (PST)
Part 1: November 4 to 7
Part 2: November 17 to 21
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This two-part course is strategically designed for learners to integrate Part I into their work & personal life. It allows them time to practice, reflect and ask questions as they come back to complete Part II. In other words, real learning in the real world!
Why should you take the Mediation Training Program?
ADVANCE YOUR CAREER
The successful completion of this course (NIMC), along with 40 hours of additional specialized mediation and related training from a recognized program or institution, will satisfy the educational component towards applying for the Qualified Mediator (Q. Med) designation with the ADR Institute of Canada.
The Q. Med. designation is a national designation you can proudly display on your Curriculum Vitae. It shows that you have put the time and energy into developing your communication and conflict management skills that will serve you and others well.
The complete requirements to achieve this designation are explained on ADRIC’s website here. The requirements related to education are as follows:
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CREDITS
This robust course provides 40 hours of ADR Training, as well as 40 CPD credits at The Law Society of BC. It is strongly recommended that participants have foundational ADR skills training prior to registering for our National Mediation Course. The Foundational ADR skills are all about getting familiar with the basics. Learn about definitions, theories, and the role and presence of a mediator, develop essential skills such as leadership, active listening, effective communication, building trust, being curious, and staying flexible.
What does this course entail?
Designed to comply with the ADR Institute of Canada’s education & experience requirement for those interested in applying for their Qualified Mediator Designation, this robust course provides 40 hours of Basic Mediation Training comprising of:
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PREREQUISITE
While there is no prerequisite, due to the nature of material covered this course encourages a strong comprehension and command of the English Language (competencies subject to assessment).
November 4 to 7 (4 Days), 9am to 3pm
Learners increase their self-awareness of conflict while being introduced to the Understanding-Based Approach mediation process.
Highly interactive, learners practice 6 phases of the Understanding-Based Approach while experienced Mediators coach them.
Here are just a few examples of what Part 1 covers:
Practice Groups and Sessions:
Learners will be assigned a practice group, and your group is expected to meet 3-4 times between parts I & II.
November 17 to 21 (5 Days), 9am to 3pm
Learners complete the final phase of the Understanding-Based Approach as they draft the Memorandum of Understanding and explore ways to design rituals of completion and closure. We review the Problem-Solving Planner and cost/benefit tools of litigation.
Learners will then be evaluated as they complete phases 1-5 of the Understanding-Based Approach in a role play.
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