How do I become a certified mediator in Arizona?

How do I become a certified mediator in Arizona?

Approved mediators have completed a minimum of 60 hours of family mediation training, which includes either a 30-hour family mediation training course or a 40-hour divorce mediation training course, as well as 20 hours of continuing training every two years.

How much does mediation training cost?

What can I expect to pay for basic mediation training? Cost can range from as little as $600 for training offered through an all-volunteer community mediation program to several thousand dollars.

Do mediators make good money?

Mediator career outlook According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the 10-year job outlook for mediators is 10% (which means a 10% increase in employment overall between 2016 and 2026, faster than average for all other occupations). The BLS also reports that the median pay for mediators in 2017 was $60,670.

What qualifications do I need to become a mediator?

To be accepted for family mediation training, you will normally need a higher education qualification or substantial relevant work experience. As part of the selection process, you will need to show that you have the right personal qualities and skills to be a family mediator.

What are the 5 conflict resolution strategies?

Kenneth Thomas and Ralph Kilmann developed five conflict resolution strategies that people use to handle conflict, including avoiding, defeating, compromising, accommodating, and collaborating. This is based on the assumption that people choose how cooperative and how assertive to be in a conflict.

What are the strategies of mediation?

Five negotiation tactics used in mediations that litigants must understand

  • The mediator’s role – making you uncomfortable (but in a good way).
  • Understand when being cooperative will help you get a better deal.
  • If you make a last, best and final offer, make it your last best and final offer.
  • Bracketing.