Mediation Advocacy Skills 1 day course
The Mediation Advocacy Skills course provides participants with practical advice on how to advocate effectively for the client before, during, and at the conclusion of the mediation session. The course provides an overview of the mediation process, in addition to information on preparing for mediation, advocating effectively, and ethical considerations. At the conclusion of the course, students will understand basic mediation theory and how to best represent clients in a mediation setting.

The course uses a number of learning vehicles including lecture, simulation and participatory role play exercises. In addition, students receive written materials that supplement course discussions.

Leadership Competencies emphasized in this course include:
Conflict Management
Creativity/Innovation
Flexibility
Influencing/Negotiating
Integrity/Honesty
Interpersonal Skills
Vision

Who Should Attend:
Attorneys or union representatives interested in learning how to be a successful advocate in a mediation setting.

Registration
To register for courses, please send an email request to CADR@dot.gov. Please include your name and telephone number, the name of your agency, and the course for which you wish to register. You will be notified of space availability.