To maintain good standing on the Roster, RRMs and Associates are required to complete 14 total hours of mediation specific training or education each year. The reporting period is from Sept 1st 2024 to Sept 1st 2025. The composition of these hours must also meet the following criteria.
Structured learning could include course work, live webinars, conferences, and teaching would be categorized as structured learning. Structured learning is usually taking place within a training institutions, organization or professional agency.
Self-directed learning could include reading conflict resolution literature, listening to podcasts or webinars on mediation, and published writing (including blogs, newsletters, and reviews of dispute resolution literature). Self-directed learning is done at your own pace, on your own time.
Mediation specific training includes a wide range of topics that relate directly to the practice of mediation and that enhance a mediator’s knowledge, skills, and ethical understanding in conducting a mediation. Topics may include:
Mediation specific training may include role play practice when coached by a qualified mediator such as a RRM.
If you are not sure that a course you are considering is “mediation specific”, please contact our Roster Manager. They will ask for course details, so please be prepared to send any relevant links and background information when you contact them.
Head here to view mediation specific CPD opportunities.
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Mediators will need to login into their profiles to track their CPD. This can be done throughout the year and submitted once the hours have been obtained.
Mediate BC serves communities across the lands of many Indigenous peoples, unceded, unsurrendered, and treaty. We are committed to advancing Indigenous sovereignty, inherent rights and self-determination. In order to do this, we commit to deepening our understanding of the histories and cultures of Indigenous peoples and the ongoing effects of colonization. Further, we commit to developing meaningful dialogue and relationships founded on respect.
