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Boise State University
Ctr. for Professional Development
220 E. Parkcenter Blvd.
Boise, ID 83706-3940

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$1,100 per person, per program includes all materials.

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Basic Mediation Skills

An introduction to the theory of mediation.

This workshop introduces the theory of mediation, a generic model of mediation and introductory mediator skills. You will obtain a strong foundation for the development of professional level mediator competencies.

Topics Include:

Training overview
Dispute resolution processes
Sample mediation
Mediation phases
Role of the mediator
Which cases are suited to mediation? Which are not?
Screening of cases prior to referral to the mediator
Building mediator credibility
The mediator's monologue
Listening tools for mediators
Mediator monologue practice
Storytelling and issue identification phase
Skills for storytelling
Mini-mediation practice
Skills for issue identification and notetaking
Skills to probe for hidden issues
Power balancing
Uses of the caucus
Co-mediation
Setting the agenda
Mediation case practice
Starting the negotiation and problem solving phase
Tactics to spur creativity
Coaching vs. intruding into the parties' decisions
Briefing on state laws applicable to mediators and mediator ethics
Getting the "soft" agreement
Moving from the "soft" agreement to writing the settlement agreement
Measurability, concreteness, and specificity
Closing the mediation
Individual assessment of strengths and weaknesses as a mediator

Benefits of Attending:

Learn mediation techniques and dispute resolution processes. Gain experience through real-life case studies. Take away the latest updates on state laws applicable to mediators and mediator ethics. Identify your individual strengths and areas of development as a mediator.

Who Should Attend:

Individuals interested in mediation certification or learning mediation techniques, including Judges, Attorneys, and Law Enforcement personnel.

Dates/Times:

Saturdays & Sundays, June 2 & 3, 9 & 10, and 16 & 17, 2012, 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Presenter:

Bayard Gregory, Ph.D.

Location:

Boise State's Center on Main, 1020 W. Main St., Boise

Fees:

$1,100 per person, includes all materials

Contact Us For More Information

Center for Professional Development, 220 E. Parkcenter Blvd., Boise, ID 83706-3940

Phone: (208) 426-1709

Email: cpdinfo@boisestate.edu

Reviewed: December 7, 2011