MwB Program Two: Certified Alternative Dispute Resolution Specialist
Certificate Overview
Program includes CORE Mediation course, two advanced specialty courses plus MwB internship
This online Alternative Dispute Resolution Specialist Certificate (ADR) program begins with the foundational course, MwB 600 CORE Mediation Certificate, and then allows students to choose two additional specialty options from among seven possible advanced courses. Additionally, upon completion of the three-course program and MwB internship, you will become an MwB Certified Alternative Dispute Resolution Specialist. A six month membership to the Mediators without Borders Society is included in the tuition for this course. (Completion of Program Two results in MDR designation by Mediators without Borders. It is recommended this designation be placed after your name and degree or other designation. For instance, if an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) adds this to her credentials, she would advertise as Chris Smith, LPC,MDR.
MwB 600 Certified Mediator Course
The MwB 600 Online CORE Mediation Certificate foundational course may be taken online or in a live classroom setting:
 1. MwB 600 Online plus MwB 670 Internship
2. MwB 600 3 Day Intensive Hybrid plus MwB 670 Internship
The Core Mediation course provides the core skill sets necessary to begin a new career as a mediator where you will help disputants take charge of their own destiny. The course presents an overview of the mediation process, including the application of negotiation techniques, the critical issue of timing, the usage of caucuses, as well as other tools to deal with impasses in the process. Students will also become adept at communication by learning essential communication skills, such as reflective listening and the handling of critical moments in mediation.
Mediators without Borders Advanced Specialty Courses:
Upon completion of MwB 600 CORE Mediation, students will meet with their faculty mentor and choose two of the MwB advanced specialty courses. When a student successfully completes a course, they will receive a certificate for that individual course. All advanced specialties may be taken online. Many advanced courses are also available as 3 day live intensives in Boulder, Colorado.
MwB 670 Internship and Career Development Program
The internship experience is considered one of the most important professional activities in which students engage during a career studies program. Internship students are given opportunities to synthesize and apply knowledge gained in their course of study and other academic pursuits. Through the sharing of experiences in both group and individual supervision, students may refine previously learned skills and acquire new skills.
The MwB internship is designed to facilitate refinement of mediation and dispute resolution skills learned in MwB coursework and to facilitate the development of new skills. Through consultation and one-to-one and group conflict resolution experiences, the student can expand his or her repertoire of ADR techniques and interpersonal communication skills.
Through the utilization of the MwB online technologies, students will be given an opportunity to experience direct and specific feedback from faculty through the use of video and audio recording and group case management presentations. The internship requires student to have Skype technology, which can be downloaded free on the internet. Students must purchase built in or external camera, microphone, and speakers for Skype supervision.
Visit our mediation FAQ for answers to commonly asked questions about the program.
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Location
Students may take this program completely online through the MwB virtual campus. Some courses are offered in a hybrid 3-day classroom style training. Hybrid courses are offered through MwB clinics. Find a clinic near you.
Time Frame
Students have 6 months from the date of registration to finish the 240 hour Certified ADR Specialist Program. Extensions are available for an additional 6 months for $199
Designed For
Individuals seeking careers as mediators, as well as individuals seeking a formal education in Mediation; professionals from a wide variety of backgrounds wanting to enhance their job skill sets with mediation.
MwB Professional Faculty/Coaches
Mediators without Borders has worked diligently to bring together an esteemed and talented group of professional mediators and ADR specialists to instruct our students. Our dedicated group of faculty strives to provide the highest quality education and post graduate consultation and supervision. Meet our faculty.
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