Training

Next Basic Training Set for February

The training for all 3 CMS mediation programs begins with basic conflict resolution techniques and listening skills. The basic training is about 8 hours and involves classroom teaching, discussion and role play. After Basic you may choose which program you are most interested in and participate in program specific training.

Program specific training involves additional classroom teaching and discussion but the majority of this training will be role play. It will allow trainees to practice their new skills. Each participant will receive a program notebook along with classroom handouts. The training will take about 16-18 hours.

Once program specific training is complete, the trainee will mediate with a trained mediators in our apprentice program until both the trainee and the mediator feel they are ready to mediate.

TPM and Visitation Mediation will involve two mediators. VORP is a single mediator model.

There is no charge for mediation training, but trainees will be asked to make a one year commitment to mediate for CMS. This usually involves  a minimum of 4 -6 hours a month. We do require a completed application, background check and 3 references.

Program specific training will take place March ( you must have basic first)

Please call our office for more information or for an application. 865-463-6888 Read More HERE