Advanced Mediation Training

MED-004. A Benefit Resolution Mindset
Objectives: It is fear of loss that catapults people into conflict. It is fear that can keep them from resolving it. If the fear of loss outweighs the benefit of an offer, then it will be impossible for the party to choose resolution. To embrace a settlement option a person must believe it will improve his/her condition. The benefit of gain, being better off, must outweigh the fear of loss, being worse off. As a conflict management tool this skill can be an effective perspective for looking at and dealing with conflict.

MED-005. Advanced Agreement Writing Skills
Objectives: This training will look at the pitfalls many mediators fall into during the agreement writing stage of the mediation process. We will look at the five-question review technique for closing loopholes and increasing clarity in agreements.

MED-006. Advanced Mediation Skill Set Training
Objectives: Advanced mediation training moves beyond the basic skill set training, applying the basic skills to situations a mediator may find him or herself in at the table. This training will address topic like how to deal with difficult people, disruptions, how to handle difficult negotiations, question asking skills, mediating with representatives at the table, and co-mediating.

MED-007. Advanced Negotiation Skills
Objectives: This training will look at the seven elements process for effective negotiation. We will consider techniques for modeling good negotiation, how to stay neutral while facilitating negotiations, clarifying specifics and details.

MED-008. Co-Mediation Skills
Objectives: Preparing to co-mediate. Personality styles and the benefits of each style are discussed. The chemistry and challenges of different style combinations are discussed. Examine the roles of each of the co-mediator in each step of the mediation process.

MED-009. Comfort Zones at the Mediation Table
Objectives: This module will look at the role of gatekeepers in defending comfort zones. Participants will discuss comfort zone characteristics during positional negotiations and conflict communication. This presentation will look at basic characteristics of self-understanding and behavior. We will look at the roles of “endings,” “neutral zones,” and “new beginnings” in negotiating resolutions. Participants will examine techniques for managing discomfort at the mediation table.

MED-010. Diversity at the Mediation Table
Objectives: Examines the impact cultural, gender, and generational differences have on the people within a group, and how to deal effectively with these differences in the mediation setting.

MED-011. “Gender” at the Mediation Table
Objectives: This module will look at the impact of psychological patriarchy within individuals and the practice of shame or grandiosity. Participants will examine the characteristics of the “male” negotiator, look at the techniques for empowering the “feminine” side of the negotiator, and discuss ways to negotiate “gender.” We will discuss the elements of relational reality and consider the importance of relational aspects of mediation. This presentation also outlines repair skills and how to model and communicate repair skills at the mediation table.

MED-012. Handling Escalating Emotions in Mediation
Objectives: Increase awareness of emotions – yours and others. Examine emotional vocabulary. Identify common emotions that evaluate and provoke. Explore the sources of emotions, the emotion iceberg and emotional intensity. Practice "communicate and respond" emotions role-plays for effective resolution skills. Establish boundaries for the emotions of others.

MED-013. Legal Update for Special Education Mediation
Objectives: Updates participants on legal issues involving special education mediation.