Volunteer Mediator

40 HOUR VOLUNTEER MEDIATOR TRAINING

Approved by the Michigan State Court Administrative Office

Class is full as of 7/2010 please call 734-222-3745 for more information

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 (2 weekends):

Fall October 1-3 and October 15-17, 2010
Fridays & Saturdays
8:00 am-5:00 pm

Sundays
1:00 pm -5:00 pm

Participants must attend all days in order to receive certificate

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 form and mail along with payment to:

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Fax Registration Form and make an online credit card payment