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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:Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Become an empowered advocate for mental health within your organisations and communities. Armed with knowledge\, compassion and practical skills after completing the training\, you’ll be better prepared to make a positive difference in the lives of those struggling with mental health challenges. \nIn today’s fast-paced world\, mental health challenges are increasingly prevalent. The Mental Health First Aid Online Workshop and Self-Paced Learning offers an essential toolkit for individuals to recognise\, understand and respond to mental health crises effectively. \nIt begins with an exploration of common mental health disorders\, including depression\, anxiety\, substance use disorders\, schizophrenia and psychosis. Participants gain a deep understanding of the signs and symptoms associated with these conditions\, dispelling myths and reducing stigma along the way. \nThrough engaging presentations\, interactive discussions\, and real-life scenarios\, participants learn practical strategies for providing initial support to someone experiencing a mental health crisis. They develop skills in active listening\, empathy\, and non-judgmental communication\, fostering an environment of trust and understanding. \nParticipants also delve into crisis intervention and casual counselling techniques\, learning how to assess risk\, provide reassurance\, and connect individuals with appropriate professional help. Role-playing exercises allow them to practice these skills in a safe and supportive environment\, building confidence and competence. \nThis training course equips participants with valuable knowledge about self-care and mental wellness practices\, emphasising the importance of maintaining their own wellbeing while supporting others. Topics such as stress management\, professional boundary-setting\, and accessing support resources are explored in-depth. \nDuration and format \nThis training will be delivered via a blended model including 5-7 hours of self-paced learning and a whole day online workshop 9:30am–4:30pm. \nLearning outcomes  \nAt the end of this workshop\, you’ll be able to: \n\nrecognise the signs and symptoms of mental health problems in adults\nuse an evidence-based action plan to initiate a mental health first aid conversation\nassess for a range of crisis and non-crisis situations and provide initial support\nunderstand the prevalence and impact of mental illnesses\, risk factors and treatments and support available\napply self-care practices as a Mental Health First Aider.\n\nPlease note: \nThis course is accredited by Mental Health First Aid Australia (MHFA). You can complete the short assessment at the end of a course to become an Accredited Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider). Accreditations are valid for 3 years.\n \nIdeal for \nCommunity organisation workers\, school staff\, health professionals\, youth workers\, child and family workers\, and counsellors. \nAbout the presenters \nFelicity Vance is a lead programs facilitator with the Centre for Learning and Innovation. She is a qualified mental health first aid Instructor and has qualifications in family and domestic violence practice\, a Bachelor’s degree in psychology and business\, and a master of teaching. Felicity is experienced in the provision of family violence\, mental health\, healthy relationships\, gender equality and psychoeducational services. She has experience working with correctional cohorts including facilitating and leading programs for individuals engaged with the correctional system\, as well as working with organisations to improve their gender diversity. Felicity is passionate about working in the primary prevention area of family violence and mental health and blends her professional and personal experience to engage people from all walks of life. \nLuke Pepperell is a lead programs facilitator for the Rehabilitation and Reintegration team. He has a Bachelor’s degree in criminology and criminal justice\, certificate IV in mental health\, and is a qualified Mental Health First Aid Instructor. Luke is also currently undertaking a Graduate Diploma in Relationship Counselling. Luke has been facilitating programs for people who use violence for almost 3 years within the community and prison environment. Previously he has worked for the Centre for Law Enforcement and Public Health as a research assistant looking at how to reduce gender-based violence from a global perspective. Additionally\, Luke supervises correctional staff across Victoria and supports them in delivering strength-based psychoeducational programs. \nRegistration information \n\nWhen you register\, you’ll be taken to our payment gateway to complete your registration. A new account will be automatically created for you in our Learning Management System (Moodle).\nRegistrations for scheduled workshops close 48 hours before the event.\nWorkshops must be paid for at least 2 business days before the training date\, or your registration will be cancelled.\nIf paying by invoice\, proof of payment needs to be provided at least 24 hours ahead of the event.\n\nTraining Workshops Cancellation Statement [PDF\, 1MB] \nOther information \nPlease note that you’ll need access to the following to participate in this workshop: \n\ndesktop or laptop computer\nreliable internet connection\nheadphones recommended\nmicrophone/speakers\nwebcam (built-in or external to your computer)\n\n
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