Professional Development Groups
Opportunity for experienced mediators to get together and consult their peers regarding AHA! moments, challenging situations, ethical dilemmas, etc. 2013 dates: February 28/ May 16/ September 26
Online: Click here.
By phone: 703.865.7261.
By email: Registration form to training@nvms.us.
By fax: Registration form to 703.246.8992.
By mail: Registration form to 4041 University Drive, Suite 101, Fairfax, VA 22030.
Note: Government purchases are charged full tuition rate (are not eligible for early registration discount.)
Our core mediation skills trainings are the first step for those looking to become state certified mediators, pursue a NVMS professional certificate, or enhance their conflict resolution skills. The workshops are delivered by leading mediators and trainers who weave their expertise and experiences in the course content.
Note: Select workshops are accredited for continuing mediator education (CME), mandatory continuing legal education (MCLE), continuing education for human resource professionals (HRCI/SHRM) credits. Prerequisites may apply.
Opportunity for experienced mediators to get together and consult their peers regarding AHA! moments, challenging situations, ethical dilemmas, etc. 2013 dates: February 28/ May 16/ September 26
Basic step by step introduction to the mediation process and the skills necessary to be a successful mediator. Provides the foundation for NVMS certificates and regional mediator certification programs. 2013 dates: February 12-14/ May 20-22/ July 16-18/ September 10-12/ November 5-7
The Practicum reinforces and builds on the skills and knowledge gained in basic mediation training. 2013 dates: April 29-30/ September 17-18
Mandatory 4 hour orientation to the Virginia judicial system for those pursuing Virginia State Mediator Certification at the General District Court, Circuit Court Civil, Juvenile and Domestic Relations, and Circuit Court Family. 2013 dates: April 26/ November 15
This workshop is required to begin your apprenticeship (observations and/or co-mediations) through NVMS. 2013 dates: February 21/ June 17/ September 23/ November 19
Required as part of the Virginia General District Court state mediator certification process. 2013 dates: On-going; generally on Friday morning when Small Claims court is in session (Fairfax and Arlington) or Tuesdays (Loudoun)
This course covers the basic concepts any mediator needs to develop his/her reflective practice. 2013 dates: June 7&14 (two consecutive Fridays) / October 25 & November 1 (two consecutive Fridays)
Practical tips on how to draft effective agreements or memorandums of understanding. 2013 dates: June 14/ October 24
Review and in-depth discussion of the Virginia Standards of Ethics and Professional Responsibility for certified mediators. Fulfills recertification requirements. 2013 dates: March 21/ October 8