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MEDIATION ACADEMY SOUTH AFRICA
SA & Internationally Accredited, Est. 2017

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Effect
real change.

SA's only Mediation course that covers all compulsory training components for family law mediators in a single qualification

Accreditations

30 SACSSP cpd points (SACSSP logo, they are a partner).
NABFAM logo (Partner)
ADR International logo (Partner)
SAAM logo (Partner).

* SACSSP member? You get 30 CPD points for completing the 80-hour qualification

Who can become a Mediator?

If your degrees, diplomas & certificates add up to 3 years of tertiary qualifications, you can become a mediator. Still studying? Talk to us.

Built for busy professionals

Blended learning allows flexible training schedules with video lessons, interactive elearning, group coaching sessions & live 1-on-1 training.

Interactive Group Sessions

Live Coaching

Observing Mediation Practice sessions

Q&A sessions

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1-on-1 Sessions*

Mentoring

Co-Mediation with Clients

* Pro & Executive packages only

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Course Outline

Practical component

Modules available as Short Courses

Compulsory Foundation Training for SA mediators

80-hour
Complete package

 

(includes all 10 modules as well as live coaching & 16 hours of live role-plays)

64-hour
Basic package

 

(includes all 10 modules)

         16h Live Role-plays​​

Practical component

  1. Mediation Basics

  2. Psychology in Mediation

  3. Fundamentals of SA Family Law

  4. Divorce

  5. Parenting Plans (including Substance Abuse)

  6. Section 22 Agreements

  7. Maintenance

  8. Domestic Violence

  9. Advanced Mediation Skills

  10. Mediation as a Business

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         Live Coaching

Examples of training videos:

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A phone, representing online mediation learning through any devices.

At the end of the course you'll be able to:

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  • Successfully Mediate cases in Family Law, including:

    • Divorces

    • Parenting Plans

    • Section 22 Applications

    • Maintenance

  • Apply for supervision

  • Start the accreditation/certification process

  • Work as a mediator in SA or internationally after attaining professional certification

Lifetime support. Become part of a community.

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Post-Qualification Professional Certification

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All 80-hour comprehensive foundation training options are NABFAM accredited, as well as by the ADR International Register. Graduates are able to attain professional certification with various Recognised Mediator Organisations (RMOs).

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Too busy to take 64-80 hours off your billable working hours? All courses are tailored to flexible studying schedules, live group interaction and personal service.

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Book a call today, or leave your contact details below and we'll reach out to you.

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Course inquiries

076 696 8391 | 074 118 4847 | 062 598 6344

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