Course Description

This course introduces the core principles and methods of Alternative Dispute Resolution. It provides a strong foundation in mediation skills through lecture, small group exercises and role-play. Rich in both theory and practice, the training covers the nature of conflict, structure and management of the mediation process, intake and convening, mediation models, cultural awareness and diversity, legal requirements and ethics, maintaining neutrality, communication skills, negotiation, breaking impasse, closure and drafting agreements. Participants receive an overview of various practice settings. The 30-Hour Basic Mediation Training fulfills the training requirements of the California Dispute Resolution Programs Act. Combine this training with our Advanced Mediation Skills Practicum to fulfill the training requirements of most court mediation panels. This course is offered in cooperation with the Los Angeles County Bar Association. 26.75 hours of CLE credit, including 2.75 hours of Ethics and 1 hour of Elimination of Bias.

Please direct questions  to Coordinator of Training Services, Andrew Culberson at 213-896-6536 or aculberson@centerforcivicmediation.org