This training workshop is an introduction to processes for addressing conflict in various settings by introducing various mediation models and techniques as well as communication skills for mediation. 

There are online and in-person training components totalling 32 hours of training and instruction. Here is an opportunity for you to learn:

    ‣ Techniques to respond in creative & positive ways to conflict you encounter
    ‣ Skills and theory to give you confidence in your ability to problem solve
    ‣ How to manage emotions, stimulate creativity & practice conscious communication ‣ Skills toward becoming a professional mediator.

The training also presents some aspects the practice of mediation and principles of conflict management in fields such as human resources, labour relations, social services, family law, community relations. The dynamics of conflict, power relations and communication in different contexts are also introduced. 

Participants will learn how to mediate disputes and the impact conflict has on values and beliefs. They will develop the skills and techniques needed to resolve disputes effectively such as conflicts in the workplace. 

Instructor: 

William Cornet, Professional Mediator & ADR Lecturer

•  LLM (ADR)
• M.A. Conflict Studies (Intercultural Mediation)
• C.Med
• Accredited family mediator (OAFM), Member ADRIC, ADRIO.
• Lecturer, School of Conflict Studies, St. Paul University (Ottawa Canada).

Contact us at info@BermudaCRI.com about our early bird discount and our non-profit discount.

 This training workshop is an introduction to family mediation skills.

Participants will learn how to mediate family disputes and the impact family conflict has on values and beliefs. They will develop the skills and techniques needed to:

• help parties resolve issues relating to parenting, separation, and/or divorce 

• assist the family in the development and design of its own solutions to conflict

• encourage parties to craft child-centered agreements and to consider the needs of their children as paramount

• assist parties to canvass creative options for the resolution of their disputes

• help parents work out a solution that they agree is in their children’s best interests.

 Participants will learn that family mediation is one way of helping parents resolve the following issues:

• Parenting plans 
• Custody and access
• Child support
• Spousal support
• Property division 

 Our advanced mediation training is designed to give participants the skills needed to become ADR practitioners.

Building on material and skills  introduced in the Introduction to Mediation Skills, this advanced training  examines frameworks for addressing conflict in complex settings through several lenses, and discusses advanced mediation models and techniques.

Participants can develop skills as mediators and explore the techniques and tools of the mediation process. The stages of the mediation process are explored in greater level of detail.   Key mediator skills are taught such as conflict resolution approaches, conflict analysis, and process selection. In addition, we discuss  important contextual factors such as power imbalance and cultural differences. Instruction includes assigned role-plays and simulations. 

 Negotiation plays a prominent role in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR).

This training provides an in-depth introduction to  the practice of Principled Negotiation and related concepts, rules, and practices.  The use of negotiation strategies inside and outside mediation and within multi-party settings is explored.  Participants can learn strategic negotiation practices and helpful labour relations  negotiation techniques.  

By the end of the training, participants should have a sound knowledge of the conceptual underpinnings of negotiation and have acquired  skills to:

1. Understand, apply and critically evaluate the conceptual and theoretical background to negotiation.

2. Evaluate the main strategies and tactics appropriate for different negotiation contexts.

3. Prepare and participate in both simple and complex negotiations.

4. Analyze the process and outcomes of negotiation.

5. Apply ethical conduct to negotiation situations.

6. Become aware of the ethical and cultural issues present in the negotiation.

7. Describe the positive and negative aspects of practices and discourses on negotiation.

Instructor: 

William Cornet, Professional Mediator & ADR Lecturer

•  LLM (ADR), M.A. Conflict Studies (Intercultural Mediation)
• Accredited family mediator (OAFM), Member ADRIC, ADRIO.
• Lecturer, School of Conflict Studies, St. Paul University (Ottawa Canada).

Contact us at info@BermudaCRI.com about our early bird discount and our non-profit discount.