40-Hour Family Mediation Skills Training
April 8th 2027 - April 17th 2027
Family conflict mediation gives people who are divorcing or separated and co-parenting a creative alternative to the family courts for making decisions about their relationship, and how they impact their childrens lives. This alternative dispute resolution option is a cooperative and constructive way to resolve differences and plan for the future. Minnesota District Court requires that alternatives to court be considered early in the dissolution process. Expert instructors bring years of experience as a mediator, parenting time expeditor, parenting consultant and custody evaluator. The course covers family conflict resolution and emotional conflict surrounding family issues, as well as specific conflict resolution techniques for property and parenting dispute mediation. Special attention is paid to identifying families experiencing domestic violence. The experienced mediation trainers use demonstrations, role play, and other exercises for this mediation training to encourage interaction and reflection. Students learn from each others experiences related to dispute resolution and conflict management, and often form enduring professional ties.
This class will be held in person in Roseville, Minnesota.
- 5.0/5.0
- 57 Enrolled
- English
$1,795.00
This course includes
- Duration 40.0 hr
- Language English
- Next Start Date April 8th 2027
Course Meeting Times
Course Description
The course is designed for people in any professional background seeking to work with clients to solve all types of family conflicts. Whether you are a legal professional, therapist, or work with clients in family settings, this training will give you the skills to navigate emotionally charged conflicts. Students experience a supportive learning environment that includes hands-on exercises, group discussion, multimedia presentations and simulations that include a variety of disputes and individualized feedback from experienced coaches. Students learn from each others experiences related to dispute resolution and conflict management, and often form enduring professional ties.Expert instructors Jana Aune Deach, Jennifer Stevens, and Michelle Camilli, along with guest speakers, bring years of experience as divorce and family law attorneys and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) providers in divorce and family mediation, financial early neutral evaluation (FENE), social early neutral evaluation (SENE), parenting time expediting (PTE), and parenting consulting (PC). The course covers family conflict resolution and emotional conflict surrounding family issues, as well as specific conflict resolution techniques for property and parenting dispute mediation. Special attention is paid to identifying families experiencing domestic violence. Our highly experienced trainers are joined by other experienced mediators to create an engaging atmosphere that encourages experimentation and participation. Students find this course invaluable in their professional lives, in formal mediation settings and for daily conflict management.
Mediation Centers Family Mediation Training is certified by the Minnesota State Court Administrator Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) program, and meets the requirements to become a qualified family facilitative neutral under The General Rules of Practice for the District Courts Rule 114 in Minnesota. Professional Continuing Education Credits (in the form of CEU, CE, CLE and/or LMFT credits) are available.
About Instructor
Jana is a nationally recognized family law practitioner who serves as a compassionate advocate for clients and their children. Knowledgeable and responsive, she is committed to understanding her clients needs and working with them to achieve positive outcomes. Jana strives to resolve matters outside the courtroom to minimize distress and disruption, but when the parties cannot reach a consensus, she is fully prepared to represent her clients interests at trial. Jana believes that every client deserves dedicated, competent guidance throughout their family court proceeding, culminating in a conclusion that prepares her clients to confidently move forward.
Our Student Reviews
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Average Total Rating
Weston Lay
March 10th 2025 at 11:17pmReview on: 40-Hour Family Mediation Skills Training
I recently completed this mediation course, and it was an incredibly enriching experience. The program offered a well-structured blend of theory and hands-on practice, equipping me with valuable conflict resolution skills in a supportive learning environment. The instructors were not only experts in the field but also engaging and insightful, making the content both practical and easy to understand. I particularly enjoyed the interactive exercises and role-playing scenarios, which helped me gain confidence in navigating challenging conversations. What stood out most was the emphasis on active listening, neutrality, and creative problem-solving. The techniques I learned are applicable in both professional and personal settings, making this course truly invaluable. If you're looking to strengthen your mediation skills or enhance your communication abilities, I highly recommend it!
Minden Pevey
March 11th 2025 at 9:14pmReview on: 40-Hour Family Mediation Skills Training
Tobin and his team of instructors are highly trained and experienced in their fields. They are experts who also have a passion for sharing their wisdom. They go the extra mile--or five-- to ensure a positive learning experience for each student. I am grateful they are offering this live course!
Suzanne E. Grandchamp
October 12th 2026 at 10:54amReview on: 40-Hour Family Mediation Skills Training
This is an EXCELLENT course. Great instructors, wonderful materials, and lots of experiential learning. You'll get a lot of practice mediating, with detailed role plays. It's actually fun!
Matt Moore
October 13th 2026 at 12:59pmReview on: 40-Hour Family Mediation Skills Training
Although this is a standalone course, it pairs perfectly with the General Civil Mediation Skills Training course as the Family Mediation Skills Training course requires a deeper dive into laws pertinent to divorce, spousal maintenance, child custody, and marital asset division in addition to domestic violence awareness and child development theory. In completing the General Civil Skills Training course first, I had foundational knowledge to the steps/process of mediation which assisted in the application of those steps to the more dynamic environment of family mediation. The main instructors, Jana, Michelle, and Jennifer, are true subject matter experts. The course provided valuable insight into the complexities of divorce mediation, including financial considerations, property division, and the practical issues that arise when families navigate separation. The instruction on child development and the factors that influence children's needs during divorce was especially valuable. One of the highlights was the practice simulations, each with its own coach present. These simulations featured unique fact patterns and information unknown to the “mediator,” providing valuable hands-on experience and an opportunity to apply the skills learned in a supportive environment. These exercises helped build confidence and reinforced the lessons we were learning throughout the course. Rather than simply presenting information, the course created an environment where participants could actively develop and refine their skills. I highly recommend this course to anyone interested in becoming a mediator or strengthening their conflict resolution skills, particularly those interested in family and divorce mediation. It was an outstanding learning experience that provided practical tools, a deeper understanding of the issues facing divorcing families, and the confidence to move forward in mediation practice. A big thank you to Tobin and the entire instructor and coaching team for delivering such a thorough, engaging, and worthwhile experience!
Elanor (Ellie) Robbins
October 16th 2026 at 9:09pmReview on: 40-Hour Family Mediation Skills Training
I am pretty happy with this mediation training! I learned a lot about family law as well as how to mediate specifically the agreements that come out of family law. I also feel like I learned a lot in general about conflict resolution and negotiation.
Cindy Robideau
October 20th 2026 at 6:57pmReview on: 40-Hour Family Mediation Skills Training
I completed the 40Hr Family Mediation Skills Training and there was so much information, however, I feel I was able to retain and use that information in my career goals without hesitation. We had a good group of people that I believe all enjoyed and got some good information from the group and the instructors. Just a great time and was very much worth the time, money, and effort! Great group! Thank you