40-Hour General Civil Mediation Training

40-Hour General Civil Mediation Training

Training Description This State Court Administrative Office (SCAO) approved training is designed to teach participants the skills necessary to act as mediators in facilitating the resolution of disputes. This training is the first step for any individual who wishes to mediate privately or qualify for the circuit court roster approved list of mediators. Participants will […]

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Advanced Mediation Training – Mediator Wisdom: Reflection, Imitation, and Experience

Training Description: Confucius said, “By three methods we may learn wisdom: First, by reflection, which is noblest; second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is the bitterest.” Both new and seasoned mediators will learn mediator wisdom with this highly reflective and experiential advanced mediator training. Through mediation role-plays participants will utilize […]

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Civil Mediation Training

General Civil Mediation Training 40-Hour State Court Administrative Office Approved  This 5-day, highly interactive training is designed to teach participants the skills necessary to act as mediators in facilitating the resolution of civil disputes. This training is the first step for any individual who wishes to learn the skills of a mediator,  mediate privately or […]

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SCREENING

Training Description: This 8-Hour State Court Administrative Office (SCAO) approved training is designed to teach mediators how to screen for domestic violence to determine if mediation is appropriate. The training is a required supplemental training to the 40-Hour Domestic Relations Mediator Training and will also satisfy SCAO 8-hour Advanced Mediation Training requirement for General Civil […]

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MEDIATION TRAINING

In addition to taking mediation training to become a mediator, many people take mediation training to enhance their skill set in their current career. The facilitation, problem-solving, and de-escalation skills of a mediator are easily transferable to any individual who facilitates meetings and group discussions or is responsible for addressing conflicts within their organization. This […]

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Case Types Mediated at OMC

Adoption Mediation Adoption mediation refers to a process for mediating a Post Adoption Contact Agreement (PACA). This is an agreement between the birth parents and prospective adoptive parents that allows for contact between a child’s adoptive family and members of the child’s birth family after the adoption has been finalized. Mediation is a voluntary, confidential […]

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About Mediation

Mediation is an alternative to the litigation process. It is a forum where you and the other party work together to craft solutions tailored specifically to your needs in a relaxed environment. Mediation is a voluntary, private and confidential process. The mediators who assist you through the process are neutral and will not favor one […]

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EDUCATION SERVICES

Become a Mediator In addition to taking mediation training to become a mediator, many people take mediation training to enhance their skill set in their current career. The facilitation, problem-solving, and de-escalation skills of a mediator are easily transferable to any individual who facilitates meetings and group discussions or is responsible for addressing conflicts within […]

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MEDIATION EXPERIENCE

If you have received your 40-hour General Civil or 48-hour Domestic Relations Mediation Training Certificate, you have already completed step one of the State Court Administrative Office’s (SCAO) requirements to become an approved mediator. OMC offers a complete practical experience package for individuals who have previously completed their 40-hour Civil or 48-hour Domestic mediation training […]

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MEDIATION CASE TYPES

Adoption Mediation Adoption mediation refers to a process for mediating a Post Adoption Contact Agreement (PACA). This is an agreement between the birth parents and prospective adoptive parents that allows for contact between a child’s adoptive family and members of the child’s birth family after the adoption has been finalized. Mediation is a voluntary, confidential […]

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