We invite all mediators to join the Rhode Island Mediators Association.

The Rhode Island Mediators Association is committed to supporting the professional growth and development of  its mediators. 

We offer trainings and roundtable discussions throughout the year, as well as opportunities to network and share best practices in the field of mediation.

For those Associate Mediators who wish to work towards the Advanced RI Mediator membership, we will assist in every way we can.  You will find more information about the pathways to the Advanced RI Mediator membership below.

If you are looking for a mentor, opportunities to observe mediations in a particular field or assistance with information, the Rhode Island Mediators Association can provide direction. 

For more specific information, contact the executive director at exec@rimediators.org or 401-253-2458.

PATHWAY 1

Education

Advanced Degree

Training

40 hours basic mediation training

3 years training/practice of mediation where mediation is a regular part of applicant’s activities and includes at least 30 hours per year engaged in mediation as a responsible mediator or co-mediator

Experience

Current practice in a professional field

Continuing Education

10 hours of continuing education per year as follows:

• 5 credit hours of general mediation training including 1 ethics credit

• 5 hours of mediation training in one or more  specialty areas

Commitment to Mediation

Mediator agrees to:

Abide by the Model Standards of Conduct for Mediators as approved by the AAA, ABA, ACR, and Rhode Island Mediators Association.

Abide by the Rhode Island Mediators Association rules and regulations.

Be committed to feedback and    evaluation by clients.

Mentor and/or assist new mediators.

Insurance

Mediator Professional Liability Insurance

PATHWAY 2

Education

Bachelors Degree

Training

40 hours basic mediation training

3 years training/practice of mediation where mediation is a regular part of applicant’s activities and includes at least 30 hours per year engaged in mediation as a responsible mediator or co-mediator

Experience

Current practice in a professional field

5 years experience in field of conflict resolution inclusive of 3 years training/practice listed above

Continuing Education

10 hours of continuing education per year as follows:

• 5 credit hours of general mediation training including 1 ethics credit

• 5 hours of mediation training in one or more  specialty areas

Commitment to Mediation

Mediator agrees to:

Abide by the Model Standards of Conduct for Mediators as approved by the AAA, ABA, ACR, and Rhode Island Mediators Association.

Abide by the Rhode Island Mediators Association rules and regulations.

Be committed to feedback and    evaluation by clients.

Mentor and/or assist new mediators.

Insurance

Mediator Professional Liability Insurance

PATHWAY 3

Education

Education and work experience commensurate with pathways one or two

Training

40 hours basic mediation training

3 years training/practice of mediation where mediation is a regular part of applicant’s activities and includes at least 30 hours per year engaged in mediation as a responsible mediator or co-mediator

Experience

Work experience and education commensurate with pathways one or two

Continuing Education

10 hours of continuing education per year as follows:

• 5 credit hours of general mediation training including 1 ethics credits

• 5 hours of mediation training in one or more  specialty areas

Commitment to Mediation

Mediator agrees to:

Abide by the Model Standards of Conduct for Mediators as approved by the AAA, ABA, ACR, and Rhode Island Mediators Association.

Abide by the Rhode Island Mediators Association rules and regulations.

Be committed to feedback and    evaluation by clients.

Mentor and/or assist new mediators.

Insurance

Mediator Professional Lliability Insurance

BENEFITS OF ASSOCIATE MEDIATOR MEMBERSHIP

• Directory Listing

• Networking opportunities

• Training and Development

• Roundtable discussions

• Mentoring experiences

• Mediator Listserv

• Certificate of membership

• Opportunities to network through the Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce