RHODE ISLAND
MEDIATORS ASSOCIATION
Advancing Mediation in Rhode Island
Rhode Island Mediators Association
9 Juniper Court
Bristol, RI 02809
ph: 401-253-2458
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EVENTS AND TRAININGS IN RHODE ISLAND
ROGER WILLIAMS SCHOOL OF LAW
FAMILY & DIVORCE MEDIATION TRAINING COURSE
40 HOURS - WINTER 2012
This forty (40) hour skills development training course is intended to provide lawyers, counselors and others with an understanding of the contexts in which family conflict arises, the various legal and practical issues in play when families disintegrate, and with in-depth training in the skills that a mediator might employ to help the divorcing parties resolve their differences. The training course exposes the participant to relevant factors and normative approaches used by courts in dividing property, determining child support, custody, visitation, and spousal support among other issues, while recognizing that parties in mediation are empowered to reach their own agreements with the aid of the mediator. Role playing exercises are used to integrate theory with practice.
Participants successfully completing this training course are issued Certificates of Completion of Family & Divorce Mediation Training. Rhode Island Attorneys successfully completing the training are also eligible for 20 hours of MCLE credit including 2 hours of ethics credit.
COURSE MEETINGS:
This class will be conducted intensively during the three-week period from March 6th through March 24th. Classes will meet in accordance with the following schedule:
Tuesdays, 03/06, 03/13 & 03/20/2012 from 6:00 - 9:15 p.m. in Providence
Thursdays, 03/08, 03/15 & 03/22/2012 from 6:00 - 9:15 p.m. in Providence
Saturdays, 03/10, 03/17 & 03/24/2012 from 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. in Bristol
The Tuesday and Thursday evening classes are scheduled at the Providence, RI clinical facility at 150 Washington Street. The Saturday sessions are at the law school in Bristol, RI
TUITION & ENROLLMENT LIMIT:
The cost of this training course is $1,000, with an early enrollment discount of $100 for participants who sign up and pay by January 31, 2012. This training course will have an enrollment limited to no more than twenty (20) participants.
Instructors:
Lori Giarrusso, Esquire, RI Family Court Mediator
Bruce I. Kogan, Esquire, RWU Law School Professor & Mediation Clinic Director
Ruth Kohorn Rosenberg, Esquire, MIT Mediation Director
Please contact Professor Bruce I. Kogan at 401-254-4699 or bkogan@rwu.edu for more information.
RIM MEMBERS RECEIVE A $25.00 DISCOUNT
COMMUNITY MEDIATION CENTER
OF RHODE ISLAND
36 HOUR BASIC MEDIATION SKILLS TRAINING
WHAT IS THE BASIC SKILLS MEDIATION TRAINING?
CMCRI’s Basic Skills Mediation Training (BMST) is a highly interactive 35-hour course, taught by experienced mediators and trainers, that provides participants with the fundamentals of the facilitative mediation process. In the “facilitative” model of mediation, a third party mediator aids or assists the parties' own efforts to reach a mutually satisfying outcome. The mediator does not evaluate the merits or make recommendations for the outcome of the case but rather “facilitates” the process and helps the parties to productively resolve their conflict by exploring their interests and options. This approach is also sometimes referred to as 'interest-based' mediation.
The BMST covers the following areas: Overview of the Mediation Process; Cultural Roles, Personal Responses and Theoretical Approaches to Conflict; Cultural Competence and Assumptions; the Role of the Mediator; Building Trust and Setting the Stage; Active Listening; Identification of Positions and Interests; Reframing and Summarizing Techniques; Setting an Agenda; Agreement Writing; and Ethics and Standards of Practice. The training is focused on practical skill-building with many group exercises and role-plays.
■ HOW MUCH DOES THE TRAINING COST?
The training costs $675, which includes a $25 materials fee. CMCRI additionally offers $25 per person discounts to not-for-profit agencies signing up more than one person. Please call for more information.
■ WHAT CAN I DO WITH MY TRAINING?
Participants who have completed the training can provide confidential mediation services either on their own in the state of Rhode Island, as a volunteer mediator with CMCRI, or both. Many other states and programs accept mediation certificates from out of state, but each state varies in its requirements. * CMCRI strongly advocates that newly-trained mediators work under the supervision or mentorship of more experienced mediators for a period of time before mediating on their own.
In addition, successful leaders and managers find mediation skills very helpful. Two important qualities in being a successful leader, manager, or business person are understanding the interests of others and effectively communicating one’s own interests. Mediation Training is an essential stepping-stone in becoming a more skilled leader, problem solver and peace maker. This training will teach facilitation skills and techniques to enhance communication, conflict resolution, information gathering, perspective-taking, problem-solving, and interest-based negotiating. Whether a trainee chooses to formally mediate or not, skilled mediators are able to help others get past assumptions, acknowledge difficult and emotional conversation content, and help make communication productive.
CMCRI offers many mediation opportunities both in the courts and in the community, with extensive mentoring, support and feedback for new mediators, and ongoing education opportunities for all mediators. Whether they opt to formally mediate or not, trainees can expect to exit the course with enhanced conflict resolution skills, including listening and observation skills; self-awareness and self-monitoring skills; the ability to identify issues and help people focus on problem-solving and the process; the ability to reframe and summarize as needed; and the ability to identify and address ethical dilemmas.
The Rhode Island state statute governing mediation requires 30 hours of training to ensure the provision of confidential mediation services. CMCRI routinely submits its programs for approval to the Rhode Island MCLE commission for CLE credits for Rhode Island attorneys, and to the NASW of Rhode Island for CEU credits for social workers. CMCRI offers training open to the public every Spring and Fall – please call for more information or to be added to our wait list.
PLEASE CALL 273-9999 FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT CUSTOMIZED, IN-HOUSE TRAININGS,
OR TO BE ADDED TO OUR WAIT LIST.
BMST Schedule:
Thursday, October 20: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday, October 21: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday, October 22: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday, October 27 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday, October 28: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday, October 29: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
A continental breakfast and snacks will be provided on all days.
What Our Past Trainees Are Saying:
“The trainers modeled effective communication, used humor and patience, and really connected with the vibe of the group.”
“Wonderful trainers – two thumbs up! Effective and organized training sessions and time management. I loved the warm personalities and accessibility of the trainers.”
“I really appreciate your energy, passion, and constant willingness to answer questions. Thanks again for all of your hard work!”
“I really liked how the trainers encouraged participation and kept the group involved. You guys were awesome. Thank you!”
General Information: The Rhode Island state statute governing mediation requires 30 hours of training to ensure the provision of confidential mediation services. CMCRI’s Basic Skills Mediation Training (BMST) is a highly interactive 36-hour course, taught by experienced mediators and trainers, that schools participants in the fundamentals of the facilitative mediation process.
The training is focused on practical skill-building with many group exercises and role-plays, including a final role-play in which participants will conduct a full simulated mediation session and will afterwards receive individualized feedback and coaching.
Location: The training will take place in CMCRI’s office on 570 Broad Street, Providence, RI, (401) 273-9999. Please note, we are located on the second floor in a building without an elevator. Please let us know if you have any accessibility issues, so we may make accommodations.
Continuing Education Authorization: This training has been approved by the National Association of Social Workers, Rhode Island Chapter, for 34 total credits, including 2.0 in professional ethics and 3.0 in Cross-Cultural Practice. CMCRI charges an additional fee of $10 to provide the NSAW-RI with registrant information. Additionally, the Rhode Island Supreme Court has in the past approved this training for 3.0 hours of Ethics training for attorneys.
Cost: The cost is $675 per person, which includes a $25 materials fee and a daily continental breakfast. CMCRI accepts credit cards through its PayPal account at www.cmcri.org. CMCRI additionally offers $25 per person discounts to not-for-profit agencies signing up more than one person. Please call for more information. *Please note: An “early-bird” discount of $25 will be provided to all who register before September 1, 2011.
How to register: Slots fill up quickly, so please call or e-mail us as soon as possible to reserve your space in the training. Please either send an e-mail to vmoreno-jackson@cmcri.org, or call (401) 273-9999. If you have received confirmation for your training registration, payment for the training must be received within one week of registration confirmation in order to keep your reservation for the class. Please feel free to call with questions or for additional information. Please do not send payment until your registration for the class has been confirmed.
Additional information:
- Registrants will receive a confirmation via email. An additional email will go out to all registrants approximately one week before the class begins. If the class is filled, registrants will be notified and placed on a wait list.
- If you have any food allergies or particular dietary needs please let us know in advance.
- The total training is 36 hours. In order to receive a certificate, trainees must have a minimum of 30 hours (the state statutory minimum amount of training required for a mediator to provide confidential services) and attend the final 2 days of the training (Friday, October 28th and Saturday, October 29th). Participants who anticipate missing any part of the training should contact CMCRI before registering.
- Date TBD (Approximately 1 month after the last day of training): CMCRI will schedule an optional make-up/intensive role-play workshop based on participant interest; $45 per registrant.
For additional information, please see the attached document, or feel free to call or e-mail us. Please feel free to pass this information along to anyone whom you think may be interested.
Victoria Moreno-Jackson
Program Director
Community Mediation Center of Rhode Island (CMCRI)
570 Broad Street
Providence, RI 02907
(401) 273-9999
Events & Trainings in New England
For information about events and trainings in the New England area, click on the link below to connect to the NE-ACR website.
NE-ACR EVENT & TRAINING CALENDAR
Rhode Island Mediators Association
9 Juniper Court
Bristol, RI 02809
ph: 401-253-2458
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