48 Hour Domestic Relations Mediation Training

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Approved by the State Court Administrative Office (SCAO) - Office of Dispute Resolution, this training will teach you the skills necessary to mediate separation, divorce, co-parenting, custody issues and guardianship and probate matters. Through activities, roleplays, and interactive exercises, this training will help you to develop impactful communication and conflict management skills.  And we will have a great time while we do it! 

This training includes the 8-Hour Domestic Violence Screening Training. Along with additional requirements, this training is necessary for applying for approval for court mediation rosters in the State of Michigan. 

Prior mediation training or experience is not required.

Your Trainer:

Tiffany Stanley

Ms. Stanley has been a certified mediator through the Michigan Supreme Court Administrative Office since 2015 when she began her work with mediation. Ms. Stanley’s prior career encompasses 20+ years in the fields of Human Resources, Operations, and Finance and has held her Professional in Human Resources certification since 2012. In addition to General Civil and Domestic mediation certifications, Ms. Stanley has completed specialized mediation skill trainings in Eldercare, Child Protective Services, Behavioral Health, Special Education, Adult and Minor Guardianship, and Abuse and Neglect mediation and facilitation. Ms. Stanley is also certified as a Restorative Practices Circle and Conference Facilitator as well as certified to train other facilitators in Restorative Practices through the International Institute for Restorative Practices. Ms. Stanley earned her Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Alma College and her Master of Laws in Dispute Resolution from the University of Missouri-Columbia. Tiffany is one of a handful of Michigan mediation professionals who has earned the privilege of being a certified trainer of both General Civil Mediation and Domestic Relations Mediation, per MCR 2.411 and MCR 3.216 by the Michigan Supreme Court Administrative Office. Tiffany has performed over 2500 mediations/coaching sessions and trained dozens of new mediators. Tiffany has been a coach for other SCAO certified trainers and has worked with local, state, and national organizations such as NAFCAM and Princeton University to develop trainings in de-escalation, workplace conflict, general conflict communication, and restorative practices.

Who is this training for?
Anyone interested in helping with family and relationship situations of pre-separation, separation, legal divorce, co-parenting, custody, adult and youth guardianship, and probate matters.

When does it take place? ALL VIRTUAL

What if I can't attend all 8 days?
You must attend all 8 days to receive your certificate of completion.

How much does it cost?

Sliding scale fee: $200 - $695. You choose what fits your budget.

*When registering, choose from the pre-populated options or use the 'other' option (min $200) to fill in your own payment amount.

*Limited scholarships are available based on need. Email: trainings@thedrcmi.org to inquire.

General Registration -

Register HERE.

 

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