DECISION MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATES

* 1100 Hill Place Macon, GA 31210 * (478) 477-3317 * 800-274-8150 * dma-adr@mindspring.com

MEDIATION TRAINING

   Mediation Training is a process in which a person is trained in mediation, negotiation, and communication. DMA's mediation training satisfies the Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution requirements to become a registered neutral/mediator. Here at Decision Management, we are proud of our training and are considered to be top quality mediation trainers. We offer a variety of trainings starting with our General Civil Mediation. While covering a variety of subjects in our Civil Mediation, the negotiation portion of our training focuses on Interest
 Based Negotiation Techniques as described by Roger Fisher, William L. Ury, and Bruce Patton in their book Getting to Yes. This book, while not required reading for training, is an excellent resource for people interested in perusing mediation. Our training includes the former as well as:

·        The Nature of Conflict;

·        The Mediation Process and Responsibilities;

·         Responsibilities of the Mediator;

·        Negotiation Skills;

·        Professionalism;

  
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·        Dealing With Impasse;

·        Advanced Communication Skills;

·        Ethics in Mediation;

·        Diversity; and,

·        Much More

  
DMA incorporates new educational techniques known as “accelerated learning”. These techniques are specifically more powerful and effective than the standard learning to which all of us have been exposed. The training also includes Real-Play mediation experiences where the participants can get a real-life grasp on how mediation works. Bob also includes a number of associate trainers who each bring with own individual experience in ADR to the table to give the student a thorough understanding on mediation from a diverse background.

Also included in the training cost, we are offering one month of coaching 3 to 6 months after training completion to further assist our trainees who are doing mediations and/or interested in the field of mediation. This coaching will assist you through the initial hurdles of entering mediation and establishing a practice.

We provide quality refreshments throughout the training and will be having relevant door prizes. In addition to the educational experience, our training offers a welcoming, warm, and open environment promoting new friendships. Often, participants opt to spend lunches together and continue contact even after completion of the training.

 

 

 

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Trainers:

 

 

Bob Berlin - With an eclectic background in conflict resolution, marriage and family therapy, education, and law, Bob Berlin is president of DMA and chief trainer for all trainings. More on Bob  

 

Robert Carey - Mediator and Consultant from Alpharetta, Robert teaches segments on the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator to help mediators better understand themselves and their strengths and potential areas of growth.

Roy Finch - Domestic attorney and mediator, Roy Finch guides the domestic training classes through domestic law and their relevance to mediators including court proceedings, alimony, child support, and tax implications.

 

 Carolyn Raines - Mediator and CEO of DMA, Carolyn Raines brings her management and volunteer conflict resolution experiences in the community and non-profit organizations to each training.

 Adam Sutton - DMA associate Adam Sutton is a mediator for the Macon and Dublin judicial circuits with experienced in civil, domestic, and criminal mediation as well as being a public speaker on the subject of negotiation.

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What Are The Different Types of Training Offered?
  2. Who Should Sign Up for Training?
  3. What are the Cost and Dates of Trainings?
  4. How do I sign up?
  5. How do I Become Registered as a Mediator?
  6. What is a Practicum?
  7. Is There a Market for Mediators right now?
  8. What if I have More Questions?

What are the Different Types of Training Offered?

In addition to our very popular General Civil Training for general mediation training and state registration, we offer specialized trainings. Our Domestic and Family Mediation Training focuses on providing mediators with the skills to successfully conduct and resolve mediations involving divorce and family matters, a basic understanding of domestic law in Georgia including child support guidelines and enforcement, and Georgia Supreme Court ADR rules and the financial and tax implications of divorce. The class also covers domestic violence, parenting plans, and communication skills. This additional training is required by the state of Georgia to conduct court referred divorce mediations. Please note, taking the General Civil Mediation is required before taking the Divorce and Family Mediation training.

DMA also offers continuing education courses especially relevant to mediators and lawyers covering such subjects as:

·        Working in the Eye of Impasse;

·        Managing Emotion;

·        Facilitation Skills;

·        Domestic Violence;

·        Law for Non-Lawyers;

·        Arbitration Training;

              ·        Building an Ideal Mediation Practice;

Click here for more on our additional trainings.

 

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Who Should Sign Up for Training?

·        Anyone interesting in entering the field of mediation part or full time;

·        Lawyers and non-lawyers interested in learning more about the process;

·        Anyone who deals with clients or customers regularly;

·        Anyone who wants to sharpen their communication and negotiation skills;

·        Anyone who wants to learn new ways to deal with conflict;

·        Anyone interested in new ways of teaching and learning;

·        Anyone interested in developing new ideas about life and living in general;

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What are the Costs and Dates for Trainings?

Please refer to our official schedule located here for specific costs and dates of trainings and feel free to contact us with any concerns. Please ask us about our early signup discount.

 

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How Do I Sign Up?

Please fill out the registration form located on the back of your schedule and send it to us or register online here. After we receive your transferable deposit of $150 and we will reserve you a place in the desired training session.

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How Do I Become Registered as a Mediator?

The State of Georgia requires that you complete a 30 hour General Civil Mediation Training and observe 5 actual mediations or attend a practicum training. With the appropriate paperwork, which can be provided at the end of training, you may then apply for state registration.

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What is a Practicum?

Setting up observations in five separate mediations to fulfill the state registration requirement can often be difficult. As an alternative, DMA offers a two day practicum training where we will expose you to various different mediation styles and examine their strengths and weaknesses. A practicum fulfills the observation requirements of state registration.

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Is There a Market for Mediators Right Now?

The answer to this question depends on a lot of factors. The short answer is yes. Conflict is a part of life and will always be a part of life and where there is conflict, there is a need for mediation. The long answer is that the answer to this question really depends on you. Upon completing training, clients do not automatically begin to line up outside your door. Like any business, mediation requires an investment in personal time to build the practice, develop a clientele, and invest in niche marketing. If you are willing to invest hard work and dedication with some basic business smarts, you can succeed in this area, but if you succeed and how well you  succeed is up to you.

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What if I have More Questions?

First, please see our official schedule located here which may answer questions regarding specific upcoming training session. If you have other questions please feel free to contact us.

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