The Next Basic Mediation Training Course is scheduled for:

Basic Mediation Training Course

     November 12, 13, 14 & 15, 2009

Call 541 383-0187 for application

or email: coordinator@centraloregonmediation.com

Central Oregon Mediation, a nonprofit community conflict resolution center,  is offering the 32 hour Basic Mediation Training Course.  

C.O.M. provides mediation services to Crook, Deschutes and Jefferson Counties. 

The Training will be held Thursday, November 12, Friday, November 13, Saturday, November 14 and Sunday, November 15, 2009. ( Four 8 hour days)

              The program will be held at:

The Deschutes Children's Foundation - East Campus

2125 NE Daggett

 8:30 am – 5: 00 pm

The class is limited to 24 participants

What is Basic Mediation Training?

This 32 hour training is a state recognized professional qualification for mediators.  You will learn communication skills, effective negotiation, mediation theory and practice from a highly skilled trainer.  Lots of interactive exercises and mediation practice will be included.  

Students will have a solid understanding of the causes of conflict;  how disputes affect lives;  mediation techniques;  the role of the mediator;  the ethics of mediation;  the “business” of mediation; cross-cultural considerations; and policies and procedures specific to Central Oregon Mediation.

Who Should Apply?  Anyone interested in learning advanced mediation skills or enhancing their career. Those applying as volunteers, must be able to commit to volunteer service as a community mediator for Central Oregon Mediation a minimum of 8-12 x per year. 

How to Apply: Call 383-0187 and we will mail or e-mail you an application.  You can request an application by e-mail at: coordinator@centraloregonmediation.com

Fee for Training:  Enrollees able to dedicate service as a volunteer mediator to Central Oregon Mediation can apply for a scholarship for the training of $385.  They will be responsible for $65 fee for training material.    Participants, not interested in volunteer positions will be offered the training for $450.