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SUMMARY:Mediation Training Course – May 2025\, Hybrid
DESCRIPTION:Mediation Training Course: CHCSS00142 Mediation Skill Set and National Mediator Accreditation System (NMAS)/Australian Mediator and Dispute Resolution Accreditation Standards (AMDRAS)*\n*Subject to approval by the AMDRAS Board \n  \nBecome an accredited mediator with our intensive course and assessment.\n\nLearn to facilitate mediation\, a structured and facilitated negotiation process for resolving disputes.\nGain the practical skills needed to be a mediator – an independent and impartial person who assists people in conflict to generate options\, negotiate agreements and resolve disputes.\nDevelop knowledge and skills of the mediation process\, and how to apply these when working with clients\, customers and colleagues\, including across workplaces and community settings.\n\nThis course provides nationally recognised training and assessment for the CHCSS00142 Mediation Skill Set through the Australian Qualifications Framework. \nAfter successful completion of the course and assessment day\, you will be eligible to apply for National Mediator Accreditation System (NMAS)/Australian Mediator and Dispute Resolution Accreditation Standards (AMDRAS) Accreditation. \nYou will then be ready to take the next step in your career! \nCourse completion also meets the requirements for entry into the CHC81115 Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution. \n\n\nCourse dates\nPlease note: In order to complete the course\, you must attend all sessions listed below. The introductory webinar will be recorded for those who cannot attend the live session. Please ensure that you are available on the workshop and assessment dates specified below\, before enrolling\, as alternate sessions will not be available. \n\n\n  \n\n\nIntroductory webinar\nOnline materials will also be available from this date. \n\n1 May from 10am – 12pm AEST\n\n\n\n  \n\n\nPractice workshops\nYou have the option to complete the workshops online or in-person\, unless otherwise stated. \nAll workshops will be delivered online from 9am – 5pm AEST daily on: \n\n29 May (online or in-person)\n30 May (online or in-person)\n2 June (online only)\n5 June (online or in-person)\n6 June (online or in-person)\n\n\n\n  \n\n\nNMAS/AMDRAS assessment day\n\nDelivered online or in-person on 13 June from 9am – 5pm AEST\n\n\n\n  \n\n\nDelivery/location\nPractice workshops and the NMAS/AMDRAS assessment can be delivered online via Zoom or in-person at Relationships Australia Victoria\, Wurundjeri Country\, 1183 Toorak Road\, Camberwell\, Victoria 3124\, unless otherwise stated. \n  \nGet started\nIf you’re ready to take the next step in your career\, you can express your interest in the course here. \nYou can also contact us for more information: \n\nCall us (03) 8573 2222\nEmail us at ravtraining@rav.org.au\n\n\n\n\n\nRelationships Australia Victoria (RAV) is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO registration code 21977)\, providing nationally-recognised courses. Through our RTO\, RAV is regulated by ASQA\, and maintains its compliance with the Standards for Registered Training Organisations 2015. \n\n\n
URL:https://frsa.org.au/event/mediation-training-course-may-2025-hybrid
LOCATION:Attend fully online or choose a mix of online and face-to-face learning in Camberwell\, Victoria.\, Select a Country:
CATEGORIES:Professional Training
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SUMMARY:Managing Difficult Calls eWorkshop 12-June-2025
DESCRIPTION:This 3-hour webinar is for any staff who may have to manage difficult calls and covers: \n\n\nPreparing for difficult calls; \n\n\nThe different types of difficult calls and callers and issues associated with the different types of calls and callers; \n\n\nManaging your own feelings in difficult circumstances; \n\n\nUsing language that does not create resistance in the other person; \n\n\nA suggested structure for some difficult conversations and; \n\n\nHow to manage different types of calls or callers including people who are angry\, distressed\, bewildered or confused; \n\n\nThe rambler\, the person who does not understand and; \n\n\nThe suicidal caller. \n\n\nSelf-care for the worker will also be discussed. \n\n\nAt the end of the webinar the participants will: \n\n\nHave developed their knowledge in how to prepare for difficult calls; \n\n\nHave extended their skills in responding to difficult calls and; \n\n\nHave broadened their knowledge of self-care strategies. \n\n\nWhen: Thursday\, 12th June 2025 from 9:30am to 12.30pm. (AEST) \nWhere: Online eWorkshop via Zoom. If payment has been received\, you will receive the Zoom details in the week prior to the eWorkshop . \nCost: The early bird booking is $195.00 (GST incl) if registered before 29th May 2025\, after the 29th May the Full Price is $250.00 (GST incl). Payment is required before attending the eWorkshop. \nTo register: Register and complete payment. A Tax Invoice will be emailed to you. The payment needs to be completed before the workshop occurs\, for the registration to be fully confirmed. \nFacilitator: David Cherry\nThe webinar will be run by David Cherry\, a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist who has been working for over 40 years. David has run training on managing difficult calls for over 5000 people\, including staff and volunteers working on national support lines. David has also provided training for staff in emergency services on managing difficult calls as well many other state government departments. \n
URL:https://frsa.org.au/event/managing-difficult-calls-eworkshop-12-june-2025
CATEGORIES:Professional Training,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Andrew%20King":MAILTO:info@groupworksolutions.com.au
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SUMMARY:Making Space for Peacekeeping - What Can We Learn from Mediation in Remote Communities
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we delve into the unique challenges and insights gained from mediation practices in Australia’s remote and First Nations communities.  \nJoin us to examine how traditional conflict resolution methods can be adapted to meet the needs of these communities\, where conventional approaches may not always be effective. Participants will explore successful case studies and learn about culturally sensitive practices that promote peaceful outcomes and strengthen community ties.  \nBy understanding these tailored mediation strategies\, practitioners can gain valuable perspectives on how to enhance peacekeeping efforts in diverse contexts\, ultimately improving their own conflict resolution practices across varied settings. \nLearning outcomes  \nDuring this webinar\, you’ll: \n\ngain insights into culturally sensitive mediation practices and their effectiveness in remote and First Nations communities\nlearn how traditional mediation techniques can be adapted to address the unique challenges faced in remote communities\ndiscover strategies to strengthen community relationships and improve conflict resolution outcomes in diverse cultural settings.\n\nIdeal for  \nFamily Dispute Resolution Practitioners (FDRPs) and mediators in all contexts\, and anyone working in or with remote and First Nations communities\, offering practical tools and strategies to improve peacekeeping and conflict resolution efforts.\n \nAbout the presenter  \nIppei Okazaki is a multi-award-winning trauma-informed mediator renowned for his transformative approach to community conflict resolution across the Tiwi Islands\, Barkly Region\, Far North Queensland\, Central Australia\, and the APY lands. Combining extensive on-country experience with a background in Native Title\, resolving multi-generational family feuds\, facilitating restorative practices involving serious\, violent offenders and facilitating restorative conferences for survivors of institutional abuse and Stolen Generations seeking direct personal response and apology. \nHe is a thought leader in the areas of trauma and led recovery programs to regional communities across South Australia following the Black Summer Bushfires 2019-20 and the River Murray Floods 2022-23. Ippei employs a compassionate and approachable methodology that prioritises the safety of all parties involved. His work bridges divides and promotes healing and is passionate about fostering peace. \nRegistration information \nRegistrations close 48 hours before the webinar start time. \nIf paying by invoice\, proof of payment needs to be provided at least 24 hours ahead of the event. \nIn addition to the live event link\, all registrants will receive a link to the webinar recording post-event. \nWhen you click to book\, you will be taken to our payment gateway. Once you complete your registration you will receive an email detailing how to access your learning event in our Moodle Learning Management System.\n \nWebinar requirements  \nPlease note that you’ll need access to the following to participate in this webinar: \n\ndesktop or laptop computer\nreliable internet connection\nheadphones recommended\nmicrophone/speakers\nwebcam (built in or external to your computer)\n\n
URL:https://frsa.org.au/event/making-space-for-peacekeeping-what-can-we-learn-from-mediation-in-remote-communities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Relationships%20Australia%20Victoria":MAILTO:ravtraining@rav.org.au
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