Course Listings for the Divorce Mediation Certificate Program, Northwestern University School of Professional Studies - Northwestern School of Professional Studies

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DIV_MED 201-0 : Divorce Mediation Training

Description

This intensive five-day, 40-hour synchronous course prepares students from various professional backgrounds (law, mental health finance, etc.) to work within the interest-based negotiation dispute resolution model of mediation. Students will learn basic mediation skills through lecture, assigned readings, demonstrations, presentations, and interactive role-plays and model how to work as neutral facilitators using the structured process to help people in the emotionally charged area of divorce and family conflict.

Registered students can access their online course site here. An activated NetID and password is required for login. *Please note: It may take up to 24-hours for registered students to be added to the online course platform.

Additional Information:

A complete package of customizable practice forms is included in the course materials.