Certificate in Family Mediation

This course provides you with the skillset necessary for becoming a Family Mediator. In this comprehensive course, you will receive training in the Mediators Without Borders INACCORD® conflict resolution model. You will learn special skills necessary for mediating familial disputes and parent-child issues, including niche topics such as disagreements with aging family members and probate and estate conflicts. Upon successful completion, Mediators Without Borders will award you four individual certificates in Mediation, Applied Mediation Practice, Family Mediation and Professional Family Mediator. A final exam is optional upon completion of the course.

I. InAccord Mediation Certificate
A. Justice and Alternative Dispute Resolution
B. Overview of InAccord® Conflict Analysis Model
C. Phases and Stages of the InAccord® Conflict Analysis Model
D. The Touchstone Skills Part I
E. The Touchstone Skills Part II
F. Crafting the Memorandum of Agreement
G. Special Issues In Mediation
H. Legal Processes and Ethics
II. InAccord Applied Practice
A. InAccord® Conflict Analysis in Practice
B. Touchstone Skills in Practice
C. InAccord® Demo Practice
D. Facilitating InAccord® Phase Two, Stage 1 Interventions
E. Facilitating the InAccord® Caucus
F. InAccord® Phase Two, Stages 2 & 3 Interventions
G. InAccord® Phase Two, Stage 4 Interventions
H. Ethical Dilemmas and Mitigation
III. Family Mediation
A. Common Conflicts in Families
B. Family Mediation Skills
C. Systems Theory and Families
D. Parents and Children
E. Mediating Disputes Around Aging
F. Family Business Mediation
G. Estate and Probate Mediation
H. Ethics

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac device.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows Vista or later.
• Mac: OS X Snow Leopard 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Microsoft Word (not included in enrollment).
• Adobe Flash Player. Click here to download the Flash Player.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader. Click here to download the Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Prerequisites:

You must be able to use a browser and Microsoft Word to complete the assignments and navigate the online campus. You should have basic computer skills and be comfortable navigating the Internet and using email. You must be willing to learn to write at a professional level in order to generate contracts and fulfill various written tasks related to mediation and restorative justice.

1. Can I register for programs if I am an international student?
Yes, because ed2go programs are online you never have to actually travel to the school. Most schools offer telephone or online registration.

2. How long does it take to complete a program?
All of our programs are self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start them when you want and finish them at your own pace. When you register, you’ll receive six (6) months to complete the program.

3. What if I don't have enough time to complete my program within the time frame provided?
The time allotted to complete your program has been calculated based on the number of hours for each program, so don't worry too much about not completing in time. If, after a concerted effort, you are still unable to complete, your Student Advisor will help you work out a suitable completion date. Please note that a fee may be charged for any extension over 6 months.

4. Do I have to buy additional materials?
No.

5. Can I get financial assistance?
ed2go courses are non-credit courses, so they do not qualify for federal aid. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses. Additionally, some students may qualify for financial assistance when they enroll, if they meet certain requirements.

6. What happens when I complete the program?
Upon successful completion of the program, you will be awarded individual certificates of completion for each course and an overall certificate for the program completion.

7. Am I guaranteed a job?
ed2go programs will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. We don’t provide direct job placement services, but our facilitators and career counselors will help you build your resume and are available to give advice on finding your first job. Facilitators will also be available to use as a professional reference upon completion of the program. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.

8. Who will be my instructor?
Each student is paired with a facilitator for one-on-one interaction. The facilitator will be available (via e-mail, phone or Skype) to answer any questions you may have and to provide feedback on your performance. All of our facilitators are successful working professionals in the fields in which they teach.

9. What software or hardware do I need in order to take online programs and what are the system requirements?
In order to take our online programs, you must have access to a computer and the Internet. You can access the program contents from any Web-enabled computer. You don’t have to use the same computer to log-in to the program every time. We recommend that you have a word-processing program (Microsoft Word is the best) and the latest version of Internet Explorer.

10. Can I use a Mac?
Yes.

11. How can I get more information about this program?
If you have questions that are not answered on our website, please feel free to contact us via LIVE chat (click the button above). If you are visiting us during non-business hours, please feel free to send us a question using the “Contact Us” form to the right. You may also call us at 1-877-221-5151. We will answer your questions promptly.

12. When can I start the program?
Our programs are all open enrollment. You can register and start the program as soon as you are ready.

Please note: Once the program curriculum is accessed online or through submission of a material shipment confirmation, refunds cannot be issued.