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Summer 2023 Introduction to Mediation—Basics and Qualification

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The Introduction to Mediation course is a 40-hour+ course. Participants who complete the course will apprentice, if desired, with MV Mediation in order to become a qualified mediator in Massachusetts.  Those finishing the course will receive a certificate of completion.

The course will be held on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday in July and August from 10:00 am to 1 pm beginning July 12 and other times based on your availability.  There are nine class sessions plus five two-hour role plays, to be scheduled. All classes will be hybrid, mainly via Zoom, with an in-person Vineyard Haven option.  Registration link here https://forms.gle/RCT1ZEfLP6kDw65n8

Section One: Mediation Basics
Wednesday July 12
1. How to set the stage.  

Thursday July 13
2. Listening to the conflict story

Friday July 14
3. Crafting mediation questions

Wednesday July 19
4. Negotiation in mediation

Thursday July 20
5. Developing the final agreement

Friday July 21 beginning at 11
6. Mitigating impasse

 

Section Two-Qualification

Wednesday August 9
7. Biases and diversity in mediation

Thursday August 10
8. Neuroscience and handling emotions in mediation

Friday August 11
9. Power imbalances and ethical dilemmas in mediation

 

Cost is $350-$800 based on your ability to pay for MA residents. Non MA residents pay $800. 

Limited scholarships are available, please send email to info@mvmediation for more information.

Testimonials

“I was terrified when I came into the court. It seemed like the end of the world. Thanks to my compassionate and understanding mediators, I was able to have a productive conversation with someone I considered an adversary. I couldn’t believe we were able to work it out without going in front of a judge. Thank you MVMP.”

– Small Claims Client

“I was really not looking forward to mediation. But it turned turned out to be relatively pleasant. I really enjoyed working with the two of you. I plan to recommend mediation to others.”

– Divorce Client

“You brought us all together. It was awesome. I am so relieved. All our people felt uplifted, more united and part of a team. In particular one Board member said she felt she was taken care of with kindness and wisdom. We all know each other much better, have defined our work together and are in such better shape than we were when we started. Thank you MVMP.”

– Facilitation Client

“If you have the chance to do Conflict Coaching, DO IT! It was eye opening for me. My coach was kind, insightful and such a great listener. Most importantly, I learned so much about myself and about how I handle conflict. I now have a good, solid conflict management plan for the future.”

– Conflict Coaching Client

“It was valuable to help me handle a current conflict in my workplace. Putting a positive spin on conflict was an eye-opener for me. It gives me a structure to address problems. We had a very serious conflict at work recently so this is very important and relevant to me right now.”

– Workplace Conflict Management Services