FAMILY MEDIATION CERTIFICATE - Justice Institute of ...

CENTRE FOR CONFLICT RESOLUTION

CORRECTIONS AND COURT SERVICES DIVISION

FAMILY MEDIATION CERTIFICATE

The goal of the Family Mediation Certificate is to provide quality education and training in mediation in a family context that may be applied towards the minimum training requirements of Family Mediation Canada for certification as a Family Relations Mediator.

This 20-credit certificate is awarded upon successful completion of all classroom and online course requirements and an assessment.

This program is ideal for those interested in working with families in a conflict setting and those who work in or are interested in working in a family law context such as family counselors, social workers or social services professionals.

The Family Mediation Certificate is a joint offering from two divisions of the JIBC: the Centre for Conflict Resolution and the Corrections and Court Services Division (CCSD). The CCSD courses are primarily delivered online while the majority of the Centre for Conflict Resolution courses are delivered in classrooms at JIBC's main campus in New Westminster, our Victoria campus and through our community partnerships with colleges throughout BC, the Yukon Territories at Yukon College and at the University of Calgary in Alberta.

WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS? ? Family Law Practitioners ? Family counselors ? Social workers ? Social services professionals

THE EXPERIENCE:

? Refine conflict resolution skills and abilities

? Expand your knowledge of family dynamics and related legislation

? Learn the foundations of collaborative conflict resolution with a focus on self awareness

? Apply your new skills and knowledge in a setting that involves facilitating families and family members though a conflict resolution process

LEARNING FORMAT:

? The certificate program is 280 hours or 40 days training and an assessment

? You can take courses individually or complete the certificate.

? Learn at your own pace ? take courses when they fit your schedule

? There is continuous intake into this certificate program

? Courses are scheduled several times throughout the year

Learn more about our programs and courses at jibc.ca/conres We also offer customized training at your workplace. Contact us to find out how.

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FAMILY MEDIATION CERTIFICATE

CURRICULUM AT A GLANCE

REQUIRED COURSES (18 CREDITS)

? Family Justice Services in BC - FAMJ-1000* (1.5 Credits) -OR- Introduction to Family Justice Services in Canada - FAMJ-1001 (1.5 credits)

? Family Violence: Impact on Separation and Divorce - FAMJ-1002* (1.5 credits) ? Effects of Separation and Divorce on Adults - FAMJ-1005* (1.5 credits) ? Effects of Separation and Divorce on Children - FAMJ-1006* (1.5 credits) ? Mediated Agreements and Related Court Orders - FAMJ-1008 (0.5 credits) ? Multicultural Issues in Family Justice - FAMJ-1012* (0.5 credits) ? Child Support Guidelines - FAMJ-1009* (1.5 credits) ? Foundations of Collaborative Conflict Resolution: Workplace Focus - CRES-1101 (1.5 credits)

-OR-Foundations of Collaborative Conflict Resolution - CRES-1100 (1.5 credits) ? Mediation Skills Level I - CRES-1180 (1.5 credits) ? Negotiation Skills Level I - CRES-1170 (1.5 credits) ? Dealing with Anger - CRES-1190 (1.5 credits) ? Mediation Skills Level II - CRES-1280* (2.5 credits) ? Ethical Dilemmas for Mediators in British Columbia - CRES-1298 (1 credit) ? Assessment: Family Mediation Certificate - CRES-1570

ELECTIVE COURSES (CHOOSE ANY 2 CREDITS)

? Dealing with Defensiveness in Conflict - CRES-1405 (1.5 credits) ? Defining Issues & Setting the Agenda - CRES-1401 (1 credit) ? Dynamics of Power - CRES-1406 (1.5 credits) ? Mediation Skills Level III - CRES-1495 (1 credit) ? Identifying Control & Abuse in Pre-Mediation - CRES-1474 (0.5 credits) ? Separate Meetings: Pre-Mediation & Caucusing - CRES-1409 (1 credit) ? Shifting from Positions to Interests - CRES-1402 (1.5 credits) ? Substance Use Issues in Family Justice - FAMJ-1011* (0.5 credits) ? Theoretical Foundations of Dispute Resolution - CRES-1150 (1.5 credits) ? Custody and Access Report Writing - FAMJ-1021 (2.5 credits) ? Shuttle Mediation - FAMJ-1023 (2 credits)

*The Ministry of Justice may give preference to Family Justice Counsellor applicants who have completed these courses

HOW TO APPLY?

Admission Requirements: These courses and certificate are open to anyone. There is a $175 non-refundable application fee. For more information and to download an application:

jibc.ca/conres

conres@jibc.ca 604.528.5608

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