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Dates: May 4-8, 2026 Time: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $645 Requirements: This course will be presented in an online format. You must have video and audio capability to participate in this synchronous-learning class. This course combines conflict management theory with intensive practical and experiential role-plays and exercises that will improve each participant’s communication skills…

Counts for 1 general observation -- a great way to get started on your general district court certification! Date: May 20, 2026 Time: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $120 Requirements: You will need video and audio capability for this online synchronous-learning experience.  If you have not taken the general mediation training course but want to…

Dates: June 15-19, 2026 Time: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $645 This 20-hour advanced mediation skills training examines the psychological, social, and financial needs of families and children in family conflict situations. Through intensive practical and experiential role-plays and exercises, participants will learn about: Family Systems Theory Emotional Stages of Separation Child Development Domestic Violence…

Date:  June 29-30, 2026 Time: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. each day Cost: $300 Requirements: For this online presentation you will need both video and audio capability to participate. Completion of the Family Mediation Training course is recommended but not required. This class offers a clear and practical overview of mediating support issues in Virginia,…

Title:  “Navigating the Nuances of Neutrality" Date: July 13, 2026 Time: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. On-Line: We will use the Zoom Pro platform for the workshops.  Trainer: Andrea Palmisano, PhD, Palmisano Mediation Services Credits: 1 Hr. non-Ethics CME & 1 Hr. Ethics CME Cost: $50 ($60 after July 1) Remaining neutral in the mediation…

Title:  “How Trauma Can Impact our Mediation" Date: July 13, 2026 Time: 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. On-Line: We will use the Zoom Pro platform for the workshops.  Trainer: Andrea Palmisano, PhD, Palmisano Mediation Services Credits: 2 Hrs. non-Ethics CMEs Cost: $50 ($60 after July 1) This workshop will explore the impact of traumatic events…

Title:  “Out of Court: Uncovering the Restorative Power of Mediation” Date: July 14, 2026 Time: Noon to 2:00 p.m. On-Line: We will use the Zoom Pro platform for the workshops.  Trainer:  Brenda Waugh, Esq., Waugh Law & Mediation Credits: 2 Hrs. non-Ethics CMEs pending Cost: $50 ($60 after July 1) Even experienced mediators can unknowingly…

Title:  “Child Support: A Refresher" Date: July 14, 2026 Time: 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. On-Line: We will use the Zoom Pro platform for the workshops.  Trainer: Sara McAllister, Limitless Possibilities Mediation Services Credits: 2 Hrs. non-Ethics CMEs Cost: $50 ($60 after July 1) Family mediators often ask for help with various child support issues…

Title:  “Impartiality & Quality: Walking the Tightrope of Clients’ Perceptions: An Ethics Workshop” Date: July 14, 2026 Time: 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. On-Line: We will use the Zoom Pro platform for the workshops.  Trainer: Karen Richards, Karen Richards Training & Mediation LLC Credits: 2 Hrs. Ethics CMEs Cost: $50 ($60 after July 1) How…

Dates: August 3-7, 2026 Time: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $645 Requirements: This course will be presented in an online format. You must have video and audio capability to participate in this synchronous-learning class. This course combines conflict management theory with intensive practical and experiential role-plays and exercises that will improve each participant’s communication skills…