Calendar
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July 16-17Denver COCertification Conference in Managing Workplace Conflict 
Sponsored by: Mediation Training Institute International The foremost provider of training and certification in workplace mediation Visit www.mediationworks.com Learn to use, to coach, and to teach others the core competencies for the prevention and early resolution of costly workplace conflicts. ~ Use this cost-of-conflict calculator. ~ View video demo. ~ View PowerPoint demo. ~ Receive Guided Tour. More conference cities and dates. Track 1: Trainer Certification (Train-the-Trainer) Track 2: Certification for Managers Track 3: Certification for Professionals — including mediators, coaches, facilitators, OD consultants, court personnel, attorneys, labor leaders, teachers, ombuds, and others who deal with conflict in their occupations Substantial marketing support for external consultants. Approved for CEU's by SHRM, EAPA, nursing, and others. Mediation Training Institute International Karin Houck, Registrar 5700 West 79th Street (Metro Kansas City) Prairie Village, KS 66208 USA Phone: 913-338-1113, toll-free: 877-338-1113 Email: registrar@mediationworks.com Website: www.mediationworks.com/123/certify |
July 24-27Park City UTACR Family Section Conference: Building Bridges - Moving Mountains
Join the ACR Family Section on July 24-27 in Park City, Utah This year's Family Section Conference, "Building Bridges; Moving Mountains" will be an inspirational, informative conference. Located in beautiful Park City, the conference offers a chance to refresh your spirit, pick up new tips and techniques, and network with other mediation professionals.
- Enjoy four days of continuing education If you have attended any of past Family Section Conferences, you know how educational, entertaining, and enjoyable these conferences are. If you haven't attended a conference before, this will be your opportunity to experience stimulating discussion, gain valuable education, and interact with your peers in the area of family practice. Park City is a short 30-minute drive up the canyon from the Salt Lake International Airport. As the conference approaches, a car pooling forum will be provided.
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July 30-August 3Fort Lauderdale FLFamily Mediation Training This 40 hour training combines the study of conflict resolution and its practical applications through lecture, class exercises and demonstrations, video presentations, guest lecturers and participation in role play experiences. Class discussions are always lively, challenging participants with problems they are likely to encounter in actual mediation sessions.
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August 2-10Albuquerque NM32-Hour Divorce Training for Professionals The curriculum includes: *Statutes: Domestic Relations Chapter 40 *Best Interest of the child *Child development *Developing a child-centered parenting plan *Domestic violence and screening *The finances of divorce *Two 8-hour sessions devoted to role play, coaching and real-world divorce mediation scenarios *Ethical standards of practice and UPL *Post-training mentoring via phone consultation and co-mediation. Common Ground Mediation Services Debra Oliver 620 1/2 Alto St. Santa Fe, NM 87501 USA Phone: (505) 983-3344 Email: commonground@newmexico.com Website: www.commonground-adr.org |
August 11-15Menasha WIBasic Mediator Training This intensive training presents an interest-based mediation model for anyone who is called upon to help resolve conflicts for others, including those who want to mediate professionally. Using effective communication and collaborative problem-solving skills, mediators help parties get to the root of the problem by engaging them in respectful dialogue. An impartial mediator guides parties in an interest-based conflict resolution process that empowers people to make decisions and work out their own solutions.
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August 16San Francisco CAAdvanced Settlements & Complex Mediations One Day Workshop, 9AM - 5PM Mediators can be challenged by two important issues: financial settlements as part of the mediated resolution and multi-party mediations. Within the past decade, the dollar amounts at stake in mediations have increased exponentially, adding increased pressures for mediators. Most mediators have also seen a marked increase in multi-party disputes that involve a greater diversity among parties and their competing needs. This training will introduce techniques and strategies for an increased understanding and competency in these two critical areas. The workshops will combine short lectures, group discussions and role play practices. Additionally, there will be a BYOP (“Bring Your Own Problems”) working lunch for participants to ask the trainers for their input and expertise. The training will conclude with a “Building Confidence, Demonstrating Competence” session. Lunch is provided. Morning Session Advanced Settlement Strategies +Techniques for Breaking Impasse +“Dealing with Dollars” in Negotiations +When and How to Use Caucus Afternoon Session Complex Mediations +Multi-party Mediations +Managing Mediations with Third Parties Community Boards, San Francisco Liora Kahn 3130 - 24th Street San Francisco, CA 94110 USA Phone: (415) 920 3820 x109 Email: lkahn@communityboards.org Website: www.communityboards.org/advancedtrainings.asp |
August 18-23Malibu CAMediating the Litigated Case 6-Day Program  - Register early - This program has sold out entirely through website registrations, prior to our advertising the program for 2005, 2006 and 2007! A sophisticated 6-day program for experienced litigators, in-house counsel, and other practitioners. Professionals can study the mediation of litigated cases to either become a mediator or to be a better advocate. Takes place on August 18-23, 2008 in Malibu, California. Faculty includes: Peter Robinson, Lee Jay Berman, Nina Meierding, Jeffrey Krivis, Tom Stipanowich, and Linda Meyer. |
August 22-26Santa Barbara CA3rd International Conference on Transformative Mediation 
New Voices, New Frontiers, New Challenges Come, learn and enjoy the fun at sun at the University of California, Santa Barbara!
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September 11-27Seattle WAMediating the Litigated Case 6-Day Program For the first time Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution presents Mediating the Litigated Case in Seattle, Washington. Program dates are September 11-13 and 25-27, 2008, in Seattle, Washington. Location to be announced.
Mediating the Litigated Case is a sophisticated program for experienced litigators, in-house counsel, and other practitioners. Professionals can study the mediation of litigated cases to either become a mediator or to be a better advocate. Faculty includes: Peter Robinson, Nina Meierding, and John Shaffer. For more information or to register contact Lori Rushford at (310) 506-6342 or lori.rushford@pepperdine.edu.
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September 17-26Mill Valley, CA40 hour Mediation Training  A dynamic interactive, 40 hour professional training program utilizing simulations, coaching, lectures and demonstrations. September 17-19 & 24-26, 2008. To see what prior participants have to say about this training visit our website: www.RosenbergMediation.com Mediation Offices of Steven Rosenberg Steven Rosenberg 775 East Blithedale Ave, #363 Mill Valley, CA 94941 USA Phone: (415) 383-5544 Email: steven@rosenbergmediation.com Website: www.rosenbergmediation.com |
September 18-October 4West Des Moines IAMediation Training This class will introduce the participants to the subject of conflict resolution and the process of mediation. To prepare individuals to become mediators, the training will teach the necessary skills and strategies, as well as helping participants develop their personal style. It is important to remember that a mediator must be flexible, able to modify their strategy to fit any situation. The training program includes lectures, structured exercises, and role-playing, giving participants the opportunity to work together , demonstrate their abilities, and practice new skills acquired during the training.
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October 7Concord NHBest Practices in Mediation Beyond basic training, there are many issues that a mediator faces. What should be in the "Agreement to Mediate?" What does confidentiality really mean? Should you keep your notes? What is considered best practice in the field of mediation? Come prepared with questions and bring your forms.
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October 14-22New Castle DEBasic Mediation Training The University of Delaware’s Conflict Resolution Program (CRP) is offering a four-day “Basic Mediation Training”. The course is offered to members of the public who desire professional and/or personal skill-building in the areas of conflict resolution and mediation.
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October 20-24Bloomington MN44-Hour Divorce Mediation Training Join Erickson Mediation Institute for our 2008, 44-hour divorce mediation training conference featuring lectures, interactive exercises, role-playing, along with question and answer periods each day.
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October 22-November 8Wellesley MADivorce Mediation Training Program With the economy slowing, the need for divorce mediation services is increasing as people look for less expensive ways to divorce. Our intensive five-day divorce mediation training program equips you with the skills of a divorce mediator. Whether you are an attorney, therapist or other professional, we have designed our divorce mediation training for those who want to start a private divorce mediation practice, add divorce mediation to an already successful law practice, or learn mediation skills for career advancement.
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October 23-26Santa Barbara CALevel I - 30 hours
Professional Mediation Skills Training Level I Judith Rubenstein, a highly acclaimed mediator and trainer, will lead this dynamic and interactive training in the basic mediation skills with an emphasis on the facilitative skills of a mediator in a variety of settings including family, business, litigation, and workplace disputes. Participants will learn mediation step-by-step through a mix of theory, demonstration, video, and supervised practice. Each small group will be supervised by an experienced mediator/trainer. This training is appropriate for counselors, lawyers, administrators, managers, teachers, human resource directors and those wishing to improve their negotiation and mediation skills. Past participants have consistently given the training rave reviews for its overall effectiveness and the trainers' supportive and professional teaching style. "Can't remember when I've learned this much so quickly and had so much fun doing it." "I learned more in this training than in graduate school." "Best mediation training I've taken because of the supervision." MCLE and CEU's available.
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October 24Nashua NHCulture, Creativity & Conflict: Thinking Inside and Outside the Box with Albie Davis This seminar is for anyone who wants to learn more about the powerful connection between culture and conflict, and how the very differences that spark conflict can also be used to spur creative outcomes. We’ll come at this yeasty topic from various perspectives-personal, experience, theory, research and then practice new approaches toward mining cultural conflict for its creative potential.
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October 24Albany NYNYSDRA's Annual Training Conference
NYSDRA's Annual Conference
Submit Proposals to: NYSDRA’s one-day annual conference attracts dispute resolution practitioners from across New York to educate them in innovative techniques and new practice areas, while fostering collaborative relationships to promote dispute resolution. Make sure you save the date in your calendar if you are planning on attending. If you are a trainer, we welcome you to submit a training proposal for consideration. |
October 29-November 2Marin County CAMediation Intensive Training Program The Mediation Intensive Training provides both experienced mediators and those new to the field with the perspective and skills necessary to work within the Center’s model of mediation. Participants learn what it takes to shift from a stance of advocacy to one of mediation – for professionals and parties alike. The program is open to attorneys as well as other professionals working to integrate the principles of mediation into their practice.
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November 6-7Mill Valley CAAdvanced Mediation Training A two day, limited enrollment advanced mediation training. This interactive training is designed for those who would like to improve their mediation skills. Mediation Offices of Steven Rosenberg Steven Rosenberg 775 East Blithedale Ave, #363 Mill Valley, CA 94941 USA Phone: (415) 383-5544 Email: steven@rosenbergmediation.com Website: www.rosenbergmediation.com |
December 11Boston MAAdvanced Financial Issues for Divorce Mediators This seminar provides in-depth analysis and discussion of tax and financial planning issues in divorce mediation. This seminar will focus on specific financial issues for the advanced family mediator. Topics include: allocating support between alimony and child support; payment for education, real estate, securities, trusts and valuation of businesses. Join us to explore these topics with Michael Leshin.
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