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Approved by the Michigan State Court Administrative Office

40 HOUR VOLUNTEER MEDIATOR TRAINING

WHAT IS A MEDIATOR:

A mediator is a third party neutral who can help people in conflict find solutions and come to agreement. Mediators learn skills which can be used in personal relationships and professional situations.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

• Different kinds of conflict
• Getting Past You’re wrong…I’m right”
• Effective Listening and recognizing non-verbal communication
• Balancing Power
• Using neutral language to express different points of view
• Cultural and Gender Issues in Mediation
• Dealing with Strong Emotions
• Finding “win-win” solutions
• Writing agreements which work
• How to become a volunteer mediator

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:

Educators, social service providers, health care workers, law enforcement professionals, managers, supervisors, real estate agents and community members

DATES AND TIMES:

LOCATION:

Washtenaw County Annex Building 1st Floor Large Conference Room
110 N. Fourth Ave.
Ann Arbor, MI 48104

FEE:

$315 registration
Payment by check, money order, or cash. No credit cards accepted.
Payable to: The Dispute Resolution Center

HOW TO REGISTER:

Print out and complete the online Registration form and mail along with payment to:

The Dispute Resolution Center
P.O. Box 8645
Ann Arbor, MI 48107

Fax Registration Form and make an online credit card payment

For more information call 734-222-3745 in Washtenaw, or in Livingston County 517-546-6007 or email us.