Training Sessions

Training ID:232

Basic Mediation Training

Description

This introductory training is designed for individuals interested in learning the mediation process and developing skills in conflict resolution. Attorneys, social workers, administrators, teachers, clergy, HR departments and others who need to intervene in conflicts will benefit from this seminar. Participants will learn the mediation process through a collaborative problem-solving model. The training is highly interactive and highlights the concepts, strategies, and skills effective in resolving conflicts including, demonstrations by the instructors and several simulated practice sessions, in which participants can practice. Attendees gain experience in understanding the dynamics of conflict, remaining neutral, styles of conflict management, active listening, asking effective questions, developing interactive strategies for handling conflict, brainstorming for solutions, handling special problems, building agreements, ethical issues, and framing negotiable issues that lead to joint problem solving.

Dates/Times:

Tuesday, February 18, 2020 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wednesday, February 19, 2020 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday, February 20, 2020 8:30 am - 5:30 pm

Total Hours: 24

Sponsor: Center for Resolutions

Website: www.center4resolutions.org/rem-basic-mediation-training/

Trainers:

Location: 26 East 4th Street, Media, PA 19063

Cost & Credits

Before June 3rd - $550
Cost with CLEs: $600 - 23 sub & 1 ethics
Cost with CECs: $600 - 24

Contact

Name: Danielle Horner
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 610-566-7710

Training ID:266

Everything You Wanted to Know About Becoming a Mediator

Description

Thinking about a career change? Interested in problem-solving in a world of increasing conflict? Want to learn more about the nuts & bolts of working as a mediator? Join us for this opportunity to gain insight into pursuing career opportunities with mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution (ADR). Hear from an experienced panel of professionals, including: - Vanessa Bullock, Commissioner, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service; Randy Duque, Deputy Director, Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations; B. Gregory Grayes, Administrative Law Judge, PA Dept of Health & Human Services; Tricia S. Jones, CEO, Conflict Coaching Matters LLC, and Chair of Dept of Communication & Social Influence, Temple University Klein College of Media & Communication; Judge A. Michael Snyder (ret.), Distinguished Neutral, Dispute Resolution Institute, and Chancellor, Philadelphia Bar Association. Registration includes a Resource Handbook with information about professional associations, mediator rosters, trainings, insurance providers, online resources, book recommendations, volunteer opportunities, and more.

Dates/Times:

Tuesday, March 3, 2020 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Total Hours: 2

Sponsor: Good Shepherd Mediation Program

Website: www.phillymediators.org/workshops-events/

Trainers: Cassandra Georges, Esq.

Location: 2000 Hamilton Street, Ste. 301, Philadelphia (Parking available in building garage; enter off 20th Street)

Cost & Credits

Before March 2nd - $80
Cost with CLEs: $100 - 2 sub.

Contact

Name: Cynthia Blue
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 215-843-5413

Training ID:243

40 Hour Basic Mediation Training

Description

This workshop is designed to provide both hands-on training and a clear framework to enable participants to work effectively with parties involved in disputes. It is for anyone - attorneys, managers, human service professionals, educators, religious leaders, private practitioners and persons in organizations who want to incorporate mediation in their professional skills. This is a highly interactive workshop, using a wide range of formats including video, demonstrations, lectures, discussions, simulations, story and music. The workshop, with a 400-page Manual, covers the basic content areas of mediation. This training presents a six-stage model of the mediation process and focuses on the skills involved in becoming an effective mediator. Transformative, interesting, challenging, complete exciting, exhausting, well-structured and delivered in an expert fashion made accessible to newcomers. Maria Di Miceli, attorney, Washington, D.C.

Dates/Times:

Thursday, March 5, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Friday, March 6, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday, March 7, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday, March 8, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Monday, March 9, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm

Total Hours: 40

Sponsor: Mediation Matters

Website: www.mediationmatters.com

Trainers: Carl D. Schneider, Ph.D., & Audrey M. Yowell, Ph.D., M.S.S.S.

Location: Kensington, MD

Cost & Credits

Before February 5th - $1,365
Cost with CLEs: $1,365 - 37 sub/2 ethics (You file & pay for your own CLEs)

After February 5th - $1,465

Contact

Name: Carl D. Schneider, Ph.D., Director
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 301-581-0330

Training ID:256

Conflict Management Strategies for the Workplace

Description

Handling and resolving workplace conflict may be one of the biggest challenges managers and employees face. Some of the primary causes of conflict are poor communication, competing interests, personality clashes, cultural differences, and performance issues. By learning to constructively resolve conflict, we can turn a potentially destructive situation into an opportunity for creativity and enhanced performance. In this 1-day seminar participants will learn how and when to effectively intervene in conflict. Course content includes identifying positions, interests, and issues, conflict theory, styles of conflict management, active listening, de-escalating anger, and collaborative problem solving. Individuals interested in learning key conflict resolution skills to create a more collaborate, harmonious, and productive work environment will benefit from the training.

Dates/Times:

Thursday, March 12, 2020 9 am - 4 pm

Total Hours: 5.5

Sponsor: Center for Resolutions

Website: www.center4resolutions.org/rem-conflict-management-in-the-workplace/

Trainers:

Location: Center for Resolutions, 26 E. 4th Street, Media, PA 19063

Cost & Credits

Before March 12th - $250
Cost with CLEs: $285 - 5.5 substantive
Cost with CECs: $285 - 5.5 CEs

Contact

Name: Danielle Horner
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 610-566-7710

Training ID:235

Mediation & Conflict Resolution Training

Description

This training, which covers communication skills, negotiating techniques and mediation scenarios, meets PA Council of Mediators' standards for Basic Mediation and qualifies participants to practice as mediators for Mediation Services of Adams County and other community mediation centers. This training is designed particularly for those who work with families, patients, clients, employees and local government.

Dates/Times:

Friday, March 13, 2020 5 - 9 pm
Saturday, March 14, 2020 9 am - 5 pm
Friday, March 20, 2020 5 - 9 pm
Saturday, March 21, 2020 9 am - 5 pm

Total Hours: 20

Sponsor: Mediation Services of Adams County

Website: www.mediateadams.org

Trainers: Ellie Cleaver, retired mediator for US Dept. of Agriculture

Location: Methodist Church, High Street, Gettysburg, PA

Cost & Credits

Before March 2nd - $250
Cost with CLEs: $300 ($50 fee paid at time of filing for CLEs) - 20 substantive

After March 2nd - $275 Cost with CLEs: $325 ($50 fee paid at time of filing for CLEs)

Contact

Name: Janet Powers
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 717-334-7312

Training ID:267

Restorative Practices

Description

In this experiential workshop, participants will learn the basics of restorative justice (RJ), looking at the definition of the phrase and the history behind it. The themes explored through interactive activities include: rethinking justice, exploring harm, developing restorative approaches, and applying RJ values to our lives. Participants will experience activities created by Let's Circle Up, the first prison restorative justice workshop created by incarcerated people themselves.

Dates/Times:

Thursday, March 19, 2020 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Total Hours: 6

Sponsor: Good Shepherd Mediation Program

Website: www.phillymediators.org/workshops-events/restorative-practices-workshop/

Trainers:

Location: 2000 Hamilton Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130

Cost & Credits

Before March 19th - $250
Cost with CLEs: $300 - 6
Cost with CECs: $300 - 6

Contact

Name: Cynthia Blue
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 215-843-5413

Training ID:133

Basic Mediation Training

Description

Want to feel prepared to handle conflicts that crop up in your personal and professional life? And help others in their conflict? This course introduces you to each stage of the mediation process and how to practice being a mediator through multiple role plays. The communication and conflict resolution skills that a mediator models will also be taught and practiced throughout the training session. Learn about and practice: communication methods, conflict resolution skills, the mediation process, & ethics. Practice being a mediator through multiple role plays. Equips you for basic use of mediation in a personal and professional context. Advanced training and mentoring available afterward through Advoz. Please email advozadmin@advoz.org for the PA Council of Mediators discount promo code

Dates/Times:

Thursday, April 2, 2020 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday, April 3, 2020 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday, April 4, 2020 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Total Hours: 20

Sponsor: Advoz

Website: advoz.org/training/

Trainers:

Location: Eastern Mennonite University  Lancaster 1846 Charter Lane, Lancaster, PA 17601

Cost & Credits

Before March 5th - $425
Cost with CLEs: $475 - 19 sub + 1 ethics
Cost with CECs: $475 - 19 CEs

After March 5th - $475 Cost with CLEs: $525
Cost with CECs: $525

* Members of the PA Council of Mediators receive a 10% discount, not to exceed $50, on this training. Please contact the trainer directly to obtain the discount. *

Contact

Name: Emily Kelly, Administrative Assistant
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 717-397-2404

Training ID:253

Advanced Mediation Training

Description

Seminar Content- " Preparing parties for best mediation outcomes " Uncovering interests " Framing questions " Handling difficult situations " Exploring different perspectives & misinterpretations This advanced training is designed for experienced mediators and professionals who manage conflict in the workplace. The training is highly interactive combining lecture, group activities, and simulated practice sessions. *Prerequisite: Basic mediation training and/or mediation/conflict resolution experience.

Dates/Times:

Tuesday, April 21, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Total Hours: 6.5

Sponsor: Center for Resolutions

Website: www.center4resolutions.org/rem-advanced-mediation-training/

Trainers:

Location: 26 East 4th Street, Media, PA 19063

Cost & Credits

Before April 21st - $250
Cost with CLEs: $285 - 5.5 sub.
Cost with CECs: $285 - 6.5 sub.

Contact

Name: Danielle Horner
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 610-566-7710

Training ID:245

40-Hour Divorce Mediation Training

Description

This workshop is designed to provide both hands-on training and a clear framework to help you work with divorcing families. Past participants tell us that this is some of the best professional training they have ever received. Our workshop uses an interactive format with role play, videotapes of mediations, demonstrations, lectures, discussions, simulations, and even music and poetry. Our 450-page manual covers all the basic content areas of divorce mediation, including property division, support and parenting arrangements. A distinctive feature of this training is extensive use of videotapes for instruction, including tapes of actual mediations. We will also provide you with a computer disk with the forms we use with clients. The workshop includes a minimum of six mediation role-plays so that each participant can practice and develop his/her skills. (ACR approved) Exceeded my expectations; the best money Ive ever spent on an educational program. I wish Id taken (it) earlier in my career&Trainers care about your development&Highly recommended! Aaron Fray, attorney, Newark, Delaware

Dates/Times:

Thursday, April 23, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Friday, April 24, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday, April 25, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday, April 26, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Monday, April 27, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm

Total Hours: 40

Sponsor: Mediation Matters

Website: www.mediationmatters.com

Trainers: Carl D. Schneider, Ph.D., & Audrey M. Yowell, Ph.D., M.S.S.S.

Location: Kensington, MD

Cost & Credits

Before March 23rd - $1,385
Cost with CLEs: $1,385 - 37 sub/1 ethics; You file & pay for your own CLEs

After March 23rd - $1,475 Cost with CLEs: $1,475

Contact

Name: Carl D. Schneider, Ph.D., Director
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 301-581-0330

Training ID:265

Restorative Justice: 101 & 102

Description

LEARN & EXPERIENCE RESTORATIVE JUSTICE PRINCIPLES & PRACTICES: Educators, social workers, lawyers, volunteers and others who work with youth and adults will be learn basic principles and practices of restorative justice in this experiential two-part training.Take RJ101 in the morning to get the principles. Add RJ102 in the afternoon to sample a restorative justice experience. Each 3.5-hr session features presentation, interactive discussion, handouts, testimony and question-answer with Advoz trainers. Save the date and watch for a registration email in the coming weeks.

Dates/Times:

Friday, April 24, 2020 101: 8:30 am - noon; 201: 12:30 - 4 pm

Total Hours: 7

Sponsor: Advoz

Website: advoz.org/

Trainers: TBD

Location: TBD, Lacaster, PA

Cost & Credits

Contact

Email: Email Contact
Phone: 717-397-2404

Training ID:258

De-escalation and Conflict Resolution Strategies

Description

This engaging and practical half-day/4 hour training teaches highly effective strategies to manage situations with heightened emotions and challenging behavior. Individuals learn the skills of recognizing the potential and being prepared for conflict escalation, while using verbal and non-verbal skills to slow the process. Gain tools in effective communcation, active listening, de-escalation of anger, and creating safety.

Dates/Times:

Tuesday, May 5, 2020 8:30 am to 12:30 pm

Total Hours: 4

Sponsor: Center for Resolutions

Website: www.center4resolutions.org/de-escalation-and-conflict-resolution-strategies/

Trainers:

Location: 26 E. 4th Street, Media, PA

Cost & Credits

Before May 5th - $125
Cost with CLEs: $160 - 4 substantive

Contact

Name: Danielle Horner
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 610-566-7710

Training ID:260

Basic 40 Hour Mediation Training

Description

This Basic Mediation Training fulfills basic requirements required by most court sponsored mediation programs, including the Western District of Pennsylvania, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court and the Generations Program. As a base to their mediation training, participants will first gain a comprehensive understanding of the psychology of conflict and negotiation. Participants will then be trained in basic mediation skills and be encouraged to begin developing their own mediation style.

Dates/Times:

Wednesday, May 6, 2020 8 am - 4 pm
Thursday, May 7, 2020 8 am - 4 pm
Friday, May 8, 2020 8 am - 4 pm
Thursday, May 21, 2020 8 am - 4 pm
Friday, May 22, 2020 8 am - 4 pm

Total Hours: 40

Sponsor: Bernie Behrend & Selina Shultz

Website: www.theconflictlab.com/training/

Trainers: Bernie Behrend (www.behrendmediation.com) & Selina Shultz (www.theconflictlab.com/)

Location: The Conflict Lab, 5167 Butler Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201

Cost & Credits

Before April - $1400 (breakfast & lunch included)
Cost with CLEs: $(form provided for individual submission) - 27.5 sub. & 3 ethics

After April 24th - $1500

Contact

Name: Ian Mokel
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 412.391.7733

Training ID:167

20 Hour Child Access Mediation Training

Description

This interactive workshop, with a 300-page Manual, focuses on the skills Involved in becoming an effective mediator with parents who are separating. The workshop is designed to provide both hands-on training and a clear framework to enable participants to work effectively with divorcing and unmarried parents who need help in developing a parenting plan at the same they are ending their intimate relationship.Topics include screening for and addressing domestic violence, child development theory: its use and abuse in custody cases, the 50/50% myth, how to talk about custody and visitation, distress and disorder: emotional aspects of separation and divorce, the relation and bifurcation of custody and child support, and parenting plans for very young children. A distinctive feature of this training is extensive use of videotapes for instruction, including tapes of actual mediations.

Dates/Times:

Friday, May 15, 2020 9 am - 6 pm
Saturday, May 16, 2020 9 am - 6 pm
Sunday, May 17, 2020 9 am - 1 pm

Total Hours: 20

Sponsor: Mediation Matters

Website: www.Mediationmatters.com

Trainers: Carl D. Schneider, Ph. D.

Location: Kensington, MD

Cost & Credits

Before April 14th - $775
Cost with CLEs: $775 - 20 CLEs (You file & pay for your own CLEs)

After April 14th - $855

* Members of the PA Council of Mediators receive a 10% discount, not to exceed $50, on this training. Please contact the trainer directly to obtain the discount. *

Contact

Name: Carl D. Schneider, Ph.D., Director
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 301-581-0330

Training ID:264

Restorative Justice: 101 & 102

Description

LEARN & EXPERIENCE RESTORATIVE JUSTICE PRINCIPLES & PRACTICES: Educators, social workers, lawyers, volunteers and others who work with youth and adults will be learn basic principles and practices of restorative justice in this experiential two-part training.Take RJ101 in the morning to get the principles. Add RJ102 in the afternoon to sample a restorative justice experience. Each 3.5-hr session features presentation, interactive discussion, handouts, testimony and question-answer with Advoz trainers. Save the date and watch for a registration email in the coming weeks.

Dates/Times:

Saturday, May 30, 2020 101: 8:30 am - noon; 201: 12:30 - 4 pm

Total Hours: 7

Sponsor: Advoz

Website: advoz.org/

Trainers: TBD

Location: TBD, Lacaster, PA

Cost & Credits

Contact

Email: Email Contact
Phone: 717-397-2404

Training ID:249

Basic Mediation Training

Description

This introductory training is designed for individuals interested in learning the mediation process and developing skills in conflict resolution. Attorneys, social workers, administrators, teachers, clergy, HR departments and others who need to intervene in conflicts will benefit from this seminar. Participants will learn the mediation process through a collaborative problem-solving model. The training is highly interactive and highlights the concepts, strategies, and skills effective in resolving conflicts including, demonstrations by the instructors and several simulated practice sessions, in which participants can practice. Attendees gain experience in understanding the dynamics of conflict, remaining neutral, styles of conflict management, active listening, asking effective questions, developing interactive strategies for handling conflict, brainstorming for solutions, handling special problems, building agreements, ethical issues, and framing negotiable issues that lead to joint problem solving.

Dates/Times:

Wednesday, June 3, 2020 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday, June 4, 2020 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Friday, June 5, 2020 8:30 am - 5:30 pm

Total Hours: 24

Sponsor: Center for Resolutions

Website: www.center4resolutions.org/rem-basic-mediation-training/

Trainers:

Location: 26 East 4th Street, Media, PA 19063

Cost & Credits

Before June 3rd - $550
Cost with CLEs: $600 - 23 sub & 1 ethics
Cost with CECs: $600 - 24

Contact

Name: Danielle Horner
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 610-566-7710

Training ID:222

40-Hour Divorce Mediation Training

Description

This workshop is designed to provide both hands-on training and a clear framework to help you work with divorcing families. Past participants tell us that this is some of the best professional training they have ever received. Our workshop uses an interactive format with role play, videotapes of mediations, demonstrations, lectures, discussions, simulations, and even music and poetry. Our 400-page manual covers all the basic content areas of divorce mediation, including property division, support and parenting arrangements. A distinctive feature of this training is extensive use of videotapes for instruction, including tapes of actual mediations. We will also provide you with a computer disk with the forms we use with clients. The workshop includes a minimum of six mediation role-plays so that each participant can practice and develop his/her skills. (ACR approved) Exceeded my expectations; the best money Ive ever spent on an educational program. I wish Id taken (it) earlier in my career&Trainers care about your development&Highly recommended! Aaron Fray, attorney, Newark, Delaware

Dates/Times:

Thursday, June 4, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Friday, June 5, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday, June 6, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday, June 7, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Monday, June 8, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm

Total Hours: 40

Sponsor: Mediation Matters

Website: www.mediationmatters.com

Trainers: Carl D. Schneider, Ph.D., & Audrey M. Yowell, Ph.D., M.S.S.S.

Location: Rockville, MD

Cost & Credits

Before May 3rd - $1,385
Cost with CLEs: $1,385 - 37 sub/1 ethics; You file & pay for your own CLEs

After May 3rd - $1,475 Cost with CLEs: $1,475

Contact

Name: Carl D. Schneider, Ph.D., Director
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 301-581-0330

Training ID:259

Conflict Management Strategies for the Workplace

Description

Handling and resolving workplace conflict may be one of the biggest challenges managers and employees face. Some of the primary causes of conflict are poor communication, competing interests, personality clashes, cultural differences, and performance issues. By learning to constructively resolve conflict, we can turn a potentially destructive situation into an opportunity for creativity and enhanced performance. In this 1-day seminar participants will learn how and when to effectively intervene in conflict. Course content includes identifying positions, interests, and issues, conflict theory, styles of conflict management, active listening, de-escalating anger, and collaborative problem solving. Individuals interested in learning key conflict resolution skills to create a more collaborate, harmonious, and productive work environment will benefit from the training.

Dates/Times:

Tuesday, July 14, 2020 9 am - 4 pm

Total Hours: 5.5

Sponsor: Center for Resolutions

Website: www.center4resolutions.org/rem-conflict-management-in-the-workplace/

Trainers:

Location: Center for Resolutions, 26 E. 4th Street, Media, PA 19063

Cost & Credits

Before July 14th - $250
Cost with CLEs: $285 - 5.5 substantive
Cost with CECs: $285 - 5.5 CEs

Contact

Name: Danielle Horner
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 610-566-7710

Training ID:247

Basic Mediation Refresher

Description

This is a 1 day (7.5 hour) training for individuals to enhance their existing mediation skills and increase their capabilities for mediating. This training will deliver the ability for the mediator to improve their proficiency in mediation through practice and exercise in the fundamentals of mediation. This training is highly interactive with demonstrations by the trainers, video, lecture, group activities, and role-play.

Dates/Times:

Tuesday, August 4, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Total Hours: 7.5

Sponsor: Center for Resolutions

Website: www.center4resolutions.org/basic-mediation-refresher-course/

Trainers:

Location: 26 E. 4th Street, Media, PA 19063

Cost & Credits

Before Aug. 4th - $250
Cost with CLEs: $285 - 6.5 sub & 1 ethics
Cost with CECs: $285 - 7.5

Contact

Name: Danielle Horner
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 610-566-7710

Training ID:209

40 Hour Basic Mediation Training

Description

This workshop is designed to provide both hands-on training and a clear framework to enable participants to work effectively with parties involved in disputes. It is for anyone - attorneys, managers, human service professionals, educators, religious leaders, private practitioners and persons in organizations who want to incorporate mediation in their professional skills. This is a highly interactive workshop, using a wide range of formats including video, demonstrations, lectures, discussions, simulations, story and music. The workshop, with a 400-page Manual, covers the basic content areas of mediation. The training presents a six-stage model of the mediation process and focuses on the skills involved in becoming an effective mediator. (ACR approved)

Dates/Times:

Thursday, August 6, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Friday, August 7, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday, August 8, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday, August 9, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Friday, August 10, 2018 8:45 am - 6:00 pm

Total Hours: 40

Sponsor: Mediation Matters

Website: www.mediationmatters.com

Trainers: Carl D. Schneider, Ph.D., & Audrey M. Yowell, Ph.D., M.S.S.S.

Location: Kensington, MD

Cost & Credits

Before July 5th - $1,365
Cost with CLEs: $1,365 - 37 sub/2 ethics (You file & pay for your own CLEs)

After July 5th - $1,465

* Members of the PA Council of Mediators receive a 10% discount, not to exceed $50, on this training. Please contact the trainer directly to obtain the discount. *

Contact

Name: Carl D. Schneider, Ph.D., Director
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 301-581-0330

Training ID:223

20 Hour Child Access Mediation Training

Description

This interactive workshop, with a 300-page Manual, focuses on the skills Involved in becoming an effective mediator with parents who are separating. The workshop is designed to provide both hands-on training and a clear framework to enable participants to work effectively with divorcing and unmarried parents who need help in developing a parenting plan at the same they are ending their intimate relationship. Topics include screening for and addressing domestic violence, child development theory: its use and abuse in custody cases, the 50/50% myth, how to talk about custody and visitation, distress and disorder: emotional aspects of separation and divorce, the relation and bifurcation of custody and child support, and parenting plans for very young children. A distinctive feature of this training is extensive use of videotapes for instruction, including tapes of actual mediations.

Dates/Times:

Friday, September 11, 2020 9 am - 6 pm
Saturday, September 12, 2020 9 am - 6 pm
Sunday, September 13, 2020 9 am - 1 pm

Total Hours: 20

Sponsor: Mediation Matters

Website: www.Mediationmatters.com

Trainers: Carl D. Schneider, Ph. D.

Location: Rockville, MD

Cost & Credits

Before August 10th - $795
Cost with CLEs: $795 - 20 CLEs (You file & pay for your own CLEs)

After August 10th - $885

Contact

Name: Carl D. Schneider, Ph.D., Director
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 301-581-0330

Training ID:255

Advanced Mediation Training

Description

Seminar Content- " Preparing parties for best mediation outcomes " Uncovering interests " Framing questions " Handling difficult situations " Exploring different perspectives & misinterpretations This advanced training is designed for experienced mediators and professionals who manage conflict in the workplace. The training is highly interactive combining lecture, group activities, and simulated practice sessions. *Prerequisite: Basic mediation training and/or mediation/conflict resolution experience.

Dates/Times:

Thursday, September 17, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Total Hours: 6.5

Sponsor: Center for Resolutions

Website: www.center4resolutions.org/rem-advanced-mediation-training/

Trainers:

Location: 26 East 4th Street, Media, PA 19063

Cost & Credits

Before Sept. 17th - $250
Cost with CLEs: $285 - 5.5 sub.
Cost with CECs: $285 - 6.5 sub.

Contact

Name: Danielle Horner
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 610-566-7710

Training ID:227

Conflict Management Strategies for the Workplace

Description

Handling and resolving workplace conflict may be one of the biggest challenges managers and employees face. Some of the primary causes of conflict are poor communication, competing interests, personality clashes, cultural differences, and performance issues. By learning to constructively resolve conflict, we can turn a potentially destructive situation into an opportunity for creativity and enhanced performance. In this 1-day seminar participants will learn how and when to effectively intervene in conflict. Course content includes identifying positions, interests, and issues, conflict theory, styles of conflict management, active listening, de-escalating anger, and collaborative problem solving. Individuals interested in learning key conflict resolution skills to create a more collaborate, harmonious, and productive work environment will benefit from the training.

Dates/Times:

Tuesday, October 6, 2020 9 am - 4 pm

Total Hours: 5.5

Sponsor: Center for Resolutions

Website: www.center4resolutions.org/rem-conflict-management-in-the-workplace/

Trainers:

Location: Center for Resolutions, 26 E. 4th Street, Media, PA 19063

Cost & Credits

Before Oct. 6th - $250
Cost with CLEs: $285 - 5.5 substantive
Cost with CECs: $285 - 5.5 CEs

* Members of the PA Council of Mediators receive a 10% discount, not to exceed $50, on this training. Please contact the trainer directly to obtain the discount. *

Contact

Name: Danielle Horner
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 610-566-7710

Training ID:241

40-Hour Divorce Mediation Training

Description

This workshop is designed to provide both hands-on training and a clear framework to help you work with divorcing families. Past participants tell us that this is some of the best professional training they have ever received. Our workshop uses an interactive format with role play, videotapes of mediations, demonstrations, lectures, discussions, simulations, and even music and poetry. Our 400-page manual covers all the basic content areas of divorce mediation, including property division, support and parenting arrangements. A distinctive feature of this training is extensive use of videotapes for instruction, including tapes of actual mediations. We will also provide you with a computer disk with the forms we use with clients. The workshop includes a minimum of six mediation role-plays so that each participant can practice and develop his/her skills. (ACR approved) Exceeded my expectations; the best money Ive ever spent on an educational program. I wish Id taken (it) earlier in my career&Trainers care about your development&Highly recommended! Aaron Fray, attorney, Newark, Delaware

Dates/Times:

Thursday, October 15, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday, October 17, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday, October 18, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Monday, October 19, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Tuesday, October 20, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm

Total Hours: 40

Sponsor: Mediation Matters

Website: www.mediationmatters.com

Trainers: Carl D. Schneider, Ph.D., & Audrey M. Yowell, Ph.D., M.S.S.S.

Location: Rockville, MD

Cost & Credits

Before Sept. 14th - $1,385
Cost with CLEs: $1,385 - 37 sub/1 ethics; You file & pay for your own CLEs

After Sept. 14th - $1,475 Cost with CLEs: $1,475

Contact

Name: Carl D. Schneider, Ph.D., Director
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 301-581-0330

Training ID:261

Basic 40 Hour Mediation Training

Description

This Basic Mediation Training fulfills basic requirements required by most court sponsored mediation programs, including the Western District of Pennsylvania, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court and the Generations Program. As a base to their mediation training, participants will first gain a comprehensive understanding of the psychology of conflict and negotiation. Participants will then be trained in basic mediation skills and be encouraged to begin developing their own mediation style.

Dates/Times:

Thursday, November 5, 2020 8 am - 4 pm
Friday, November 6, 2020 8 am - 4 pm
Saturday, November 7, 2020 8 am - 4 pm
Thursday, November 19, 2020 8 am - 4 pm
Friday, November 20, 2020 8 am - 4 pm

Total Hours: 40

Sponsor: Bernie Behrend & Selina Shultz

Website: www.theconflictlab.com/training/

Trainers: Bernie Behrend (www.behrendmediation.com) & Selina Shultz (www.theconflictlab.com/)

Location: The Conflict Lab, 5167 Butler Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201

Cost & Credits

Before October 25th - $1400 (breakfast & lunch included)
Cost with CLEs: $(form provided for individual submission) - 27.5 sub. & 3 ethics

After October 23rd - $1500

Contact

Name: Ian Mokel
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 412.391.7733

Training ID:156

40 Hour Basic Mediation Training

Description

This workshop is designed to provide both hands-on training and a clear framework to enable participants to work effectively with parties involved in disputes. It is for anyone - attorneys, managers, human service professionals, educators, religious leaders, private practitioners and persons in organizations who want to incorporate mediation in their professional skills. This is a highly interactive workshop, using a wide range of formats including video, demonstrations, lectures, discussions, simulations, story and music. The workshop, with a 400-page Manual, covers the basic content areas of mediation. This training presents a six-stage model of the mediation process and focuses on the skills involved in becoming an effective mediator. Transformative, interesting, challenging, complete exciting, exhausting, well-structured and delivered in an expert fashion made accessible to newcomers. Maria Di Miceli, attorney, Washington, D.C.

Dates/Times:

Thursday, November 5, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Friday, November 6, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday, November 7, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday, November 8, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Monday, November 9, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm

Total Hours: 40

Sponsor: Mediation Matters

Website: www.mediationmatters.com

Trainers: Carl D. Schneider, Ph.D., & Audrey M. Yowell, Ph.D., M.S.S.S.

Location: Kensington, MD

Cost & Credits

Before Oct. 4th - $1,365
Cost with CLEs: $1,365 - 37 sub/2 ethics (You file & pay for your own CLEs)

After Oct. 4th - $1,465

* Members of the PA Council of Mediators receive a 10% discount, not to exceed $50, on this training. Please contact the trainer directly to obtain the discount. *

Contact

Name: Carl D. Schneider, Ph.D., Director
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 301-581-0330

Training ID:155

Marital Property Mediation Training

Description

This training focuses on the skills needed to be an effective mediator in the financial areas of divorce. The workshop, with Manual, covers the basic economic issues of divorce. Topics include: mediating alimony: the hardest issue; divorce software programs (FinPlan, Equal Shares, & Family Law Software); apologies: their surprising importance in mediation; addressing what if it isnt fair?; and using caucus effectively and selectively. The only prerequisite for this training is that you have already completed a forty-hour mediation training.

Dates/Times:

Friday, November 13, 2020 9 am - 6 pm
Saturday, November 14, 2020 9 am - 6 pm
Sunday, November 15, 2020 9 am - 1 pm

Total Hours: 20

Sponsor: Mediation Matters

Website: www.mediationmatters.com

Trainers: Carl D. Schneider, Ph.D.

Location: Kensington, MD

Cost & Credits

Before Oct. 12th - $705
Cost with CLEs: $775 -

After Oct. 12th - $855 Cost with CLEs: $855

* Members of the PA Council of Mediators receive a 10% discount, not to exceed $50, on this training. Please contact the trainer directly to obtain the discount. *

Contact

Name: Carl D. Schneider, Ph.D., Director
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 301-581-0330

Training ID:248

Basic Mediation Training

Description

This introductory training is designed for individuals interested in learning the mediation process and developing skills in conflict resolution. Attorneys, social workers, administrators, teachers, clergy, HR departments and others who need to intervene in conflicts will benefit from this seminar. Participants will learn the mediation process through a collaborative problem-solving model. The training is highly interactive and highlights the concepts, strategies, and skills effective in resolving conflicts including, demonstrations by the instructors and several simulated practice sessions, in which participants can practice. Attendees gain experience in understanding the dynamics of conflict, remaining neutral, styles of conflict management, active listening, asking effective questions, developing interactive strategies for handling conflict, brainstorming for solutions, handling special problems, building agreements, ethical issues, and framing negotiable issues that lead to joint problem solving.

Dates/Times:

Tuesday, November 17, 2020 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wednesday, November 18, 2020 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday, November 19, 2020 8:30 am - 5:30 pm

Total Hours: 24

Sponsor: Center for Resolutions

Website: www.center4resolutions.org/rem-basic-mediation-training/

Trainers:

Location: 26 East 4th Street, Media, PA 19063

Cost & Credits

Before Nov. 17th - $550
Cost with CLEs: $600 - 23 sub & 1 ethics
Cost with CECs: $600 - 24

Contact

Name: Danielle Horner
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 610-566-7710

Training ID:257

De-escalation and Conflict Resolution Strategies

Description

This engaging and practical half-day/4 hour training teaches highly effective strategies to manage situations with heightened emotions and challenging behavior. Individuals learn the skills of recognizing the potential and being prepared for conflict escalation, while using verbal and non-verbal skills to slow the process. Gain tools in effective communcation, active listening, de-escalation of anger, and creating safety.

Dates/Times:

Thursday, December 3, 2020 8:30 am to 12:30 pm

Total Hours: 4

Sponsor: Center for Resolutions

Website: www.center4resolutions.org/de-escalation-and-conflict-resolution-strategies/

Trainers:

Location: 26 E. 4th Street, Media, PA

Cost & Credits

Before Dec. 3rd - $125
Cost with CLEs: $160 - 4 substantive

Contact

Name: Danielle Horner
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 610-566-7710

Training ID:153

40-Hour Divorce Mediation Training

Description

This workshop is designed to provide both hands-on training and a clear framework to help you work with divorcing families. Past participants tell us that this is some of the best professional training they have ever received. Our workshop uses an interactive format with role play, videotapes of mediations, demonstrations, lectures, discussions, simulations, and even music and poetry. Our 450-page manual covers all the basic content areas of divorce mediation, including property division, support and parenting arrangements. A distinctive feature of this training is extensive use of videotapes for instruction, including tapes of actual mediations. We will also provide you with a computer disk with the forms we use with clients. The workshop includes a minimum of six mediation role-plays so that each participant can practice and develop his/her skills. (ACR approved) Exceeded my expectations; the best money Ive ever spent on an educational program. I wish Id taken (it) earlier in my career&Trainers care about your development&Highly recommended! Aaron Fray, attorney, Newark, Delaware

Dates/Times:

Thursday, December 10, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Friday, December 11, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday, December 12, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday, December 13, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
Monday, December 14, 2020 8:45 am - 6:00 pm

Total Hours: 40

Sponsor: Mediation Matters

Website: www.mediationmatters.com

Trainers: Carl D. Schneider, Ph.D., & Audrey M. Yowell, Ph.D., M.S.S.S.

Location: Kensington, MD

Cost & Credits

Before Nov. 9th - $1,385
Cost with CLEs: $1,385 - 37 sub/1 ethics; You file & pay for your own CLEs

After Nov. 9th - $1,475 Cost with CLEs: $1,475

* Members of the PA Council of Mediators receive a 10% discount, not to exceed $50, on this training. Please contact the trainer directly to obtain the discount. *

Contact

Name: Carl D. Schneider, Ph.D., Director
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 301-581-0330

Training ID:203

24-Hour Business and Employment Mediation Workshop

Description

This workshop is for anyone interested in developing mediation skills for use in business and workplace disputes. The workshop is relevant for attorneys and managers interested in workplace mediation, human resource professionals and persons responsible for staff development in their own organization, as well as private practitioners and mediators who want to expand their practice. (The workshop, with a 400-page manual, focuses on the process and the skills involved in becoming an effective workplace mediator. Our focus is on business, with attention focused on family businesses; workplace mediation, especially one-on-one employee grievances; and employment disputes, including discrimination related to age, race, and disabilities, and sexual harassment complaints. (A distinctive feature of this training is the use of videotapes of workplace conflicts for instruction.) The workshop includes role-plays so that each participant can develop and practice his/her skills. Carls grasp of the material and his ability to teach it are amazing. The course material is substantial, clear and all-inclusive. "I would recommend this course to all my family law attorney friends." David C. Minicozzi, attorney, Branford, Connecticut

Dates/Times:

Friday, February 19, 2021 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday, February 20, 2021 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday, February 21, 2021 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Total Hours: 24

Sponsor: Mediation Matters

Website: www.Mediationmatters.com

Trainers: Carl D. Schneider, Ph.D.

Location: Kensington, MD

Cost & Credits

Before Jan. 20th - $965
Cost with CLEs: $965 - 37 sub/2 ethics (You file & pay for your own CLEs

After Jan. 20th - $1,045 Cost with CLEs: $1,045

* Members of the PA Council of Mediators receive a 10% discount, not to exceed $50, on this training. Please contact the trainer directly to obtain the discount. *

Contact

Name: Carl D. Schneider, Ph.D., Director
Email: Email Contact
Phone: 301-581-0330