Do you want to apply for accreditation as an Advanced or Leading Mediator?

This training workshop satisfies the small group training of the new AMDRAS Practicum Certificate. Lead by Belle Lane - Barrister and Victorian Bar Advanced Mediator and Dr Darren Moroney - UWA Mediation Clinic trainer, the course will use advanced mediation skills to help you analyse a real case and teaches the important skill of self-reflection. Taught over 2 days in October and November 2025 with a written assignment that draws on the workshop content to be submitted for assessment.

To qualify for accreditation as an Advanced Mediator:

(a)  you must have been listed as an Accredited Mediator for at least the previous 4 years on the National Register (2 complete renewal cycles) and have 150 hours of practice hours.

(b)  In addition, you must either:

      (i)  have satisfactorily completed the Practicum Certificate course within the previous 12 months; or

      (ii) have met the requirements of an alternative pathway in accordance with AMDRAS guidelines.

Aims of the Practicum Certificate course

The course focuses on practical skills and self-reflection, and is designed to:

(a)  ensure that you share and discuss issues arising from your practice experience; and

(b)  afford you the opportunity to give and receive constructive critical feedback.

Learning Objectives

The Practicum Certificate course focuses on advanced or more complex issues, to update and refine your skills, practices, and theoretical perspectives. It has the following objectives:

(a)  to identify practice obstacles and challenges in mediation and ways of overcoming them;

(b)  to identify and demonstrate an understanding of the purpose, techniques and skills required for each stage of the mediation process;

(c)  to be more aware of socio-cultural considerations when mediating with culturally and linguistically diverse communities, or with Indigenous Australians; and

(d)  to identify and demonstrate the characteristics of a mindful and reflective mediator.          

Upon successfully completing all course requirements, a Practicum Certificate will be awarded enabling you to seek Advanced accreditation.