Our short courses are developed by practitioners, for practitioners to help you get the most in-demand qualifications to enhance your career.
Whether you want to become an accredited mediator, grow your dispute resolution skills, become a notary or an international arbitrator, prepare yourself to take on a leadership role, or even start your own law firm - find short courses that will help you get to where’s next.
Successful completion of our training course and assessment will let you apply to become an accredited mediator under the Australian Mediator and Dispute Resolution Accreditation Standards (AMDRAS)
Learn to mediate disputes through real-world scenarios to build your confidence and better prepare you.
The Nationally Accredited Mediator Training Program covers key mediation principles like impartiality, confidentiality, and effective conflict resolution techniques. You'll also gain insight into ethical standards and legal frameworks that underpin mediation. Training is hands-on, featuring role-plays, simulations, and case studies, with expert coaching and feedback to help you build your practical skills.
The College of Law is a registered training provider of mediator training programs, compliant with the National Mediation Accreditation System / Australian Mediator and Dispute Resolution Accreditation Standards (AMDRAS).
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For professionals seeking AMDRAS accreditation and those looking to enhance their mediation expertise
None
Interactive (includes role play and practice)
5-day workshop
Live online
$2,990
10
Complete the National Mediation Assessment to become an accredited mediator under the AMDRAS framework.
Completion of the Nationally Accredited Mediator Training Program
Interactive (Mediation theory and review)
1.5-day workshop
Live online
$1,200
9
Become an accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP) and help families manage relationship changes, parenting arrangements, and living circumstances
Either a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, an AMDRAS qualification or experience in a relevant field
Online (Theoretical coursework, interactive workshops and practical simulations)
7 months
Online + Interactive workshops
$3,950 (Fee-help options available)
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The program was delivered clearly in a well-structured way and the teachers and coaches were very good at sharing their experiences.
Mediator Training Course Alumni
A fabulously intensive and involved course. Learnt so very much and it will not only make me a better lawyer but a better person. A great course!
Mediator Training Course Alumni
A very well structured course. Well supported online platform. Excellent presenters and coaches.
Mediator Training Course Alumni
The program was great, lots of information and the sessions were very informative and useful. The coordinators were excellent and coaches were helpful.
Mediator Training Course Alumni
The course was well-structured and covered key topics that are required to become accredited. The explanations given from the facilitators were clear and concise. No questions were left unanswered, and all care was taken to ensure understanding.
Mediator Training Course Alumni
Complete the training program to automatically receive free student membership with the Resolution Institute for the duration of your course and a 20% discount on the Institute’s professional membership fee for the first year of membership.
By completing a short course, you can earn credit towards a postgraduate FDRP qualification.
Buy two seats at the same course and save 10% or contact us for group rates and in-house options.
We include a comprehensive review before your assessment to give you the best preparation to be successfull.
Step 1: Complete one of our nationally accredited mediator training programs.
Learn about the theory of mediation and develop your mediation skills through role-play, practice, and feedback. Find a training program.
Step 2: Successfully complete the national mediation assessment.
Unique to The College of Law, we offer a half-day of mediation theory and review to prepare you for your assessment. The assessment must be done within two years of the training course. Find an assessment
Step 3: Submit your application to a Recognised Mediator Accreditation Body (RMAB).
Once you have successfully completed your assessment, you will need to submit your application to an RMAB within six months. Find a RMAB
Step 4: Once approved your name will be added to the Register of Nationally Accredited Mediators.
You will have two years from the completion date of your mediator training, although we recommend completing an assessment within three months of your training program.
Accreditation must be sought out within 6 months from the completion date of your mediation assessment.
Certificates are usually issued within 2-3 weeks after completion of program/assessment.
No. The College of Law is a Registered Training Organisation under the Australian Mediator and Dispute Resolution Accreditation Standards (AMDRAS) and our course comprehensively meets the requirements for AMDRAS accreditation. However, you will need to apply to an RMAB for accreditation following successful completion of our assessment. The College of Law recommends Resolution Institute.
Once you are AMDRAS accredited with a registered RMAB, you will be listed on the Dispoute Resolution Accreditation Standards Board National Register. You will then be able to promote yourself as a AMDRAS accredited mediator, and the public will be able to verify your accreditation by referring to the National Register.
Yes, but only for the training program. It’s important to know you are still required to successfully complete the assessment.
If you withdraw 10 days prior to the course commencement date, you can transfer to a future course intake, or claim a full refund of the enrolment fees.
If you transfer or withdraw within 10 days of commencement, a fee of $400 will be applied. If you withdraw on the day of commencement, you are not eligible for a refund.
We encourage you to download Zoom prior to the course commencing. The download is free. Visit https://zoom.us/