This program is suitable for individuals who:

• Have completed (or are near completion of) foundational mediation training and wish to gain applied experience

• Are seeking mentored practice hours toward recognized mediation designations and practice standards (as applicable)

• Want structured feedback on intake, screening, joint session management, and agreement documentation

Training and supervision are oriented to the practical realities of family mediation, including:

• Intake and suitability assessment (including power imbalance and safety screening)

• Establishing process, ground rules, and informed participation

• Communication and negotiation skills (interest-based facilitation, reframing, reality-testing)

• Parenting discussions and child-focused approaches (as appropriate)

• Financial issue organization (information-gathering, document management, support calculation inputs where applicable)

• Drafting and file documentation (Mediation Reports, MOUs, and related summaries based on party instructions)

• Professional conduct, neutrality, confidentiality, and managing conflicts of interest

The Internship Program is typically delivered through a combination of the following (tailored to the trainee’s experience level and availability):

• Observation/shadowing of mediations (where parties consent)

• Co-mediation opportunities (where appropriate and with party consent)

• Supervised file work (intakes, agenda-building, and documentation support)

• Skills development sessions (role plays, debriefs, and targeted coaching)

• Regular supervision meetings with structured feedback and learning goals

Upon completion, trainees typically leave with:

• Practical experience in intake, joint session facilitation support, and file management

• Improved competence in drafting mediation summaries and documenting outcomes

• A clearer professional development plan identifying strengths, growth areas, and next steps toward independent practice

Participation in the program does not guarantee certification/designation or acceptance by any professional body; trainees remain responsible for meeting any external credentialing requirements.

To apply, prospective trainees may be asked to submit:

• Resume/CV and brief statement of interest

• Summary of completed mediation training (course names, hours, institutions)

• Any relevant professional registrations/designations

• Availability (days/evenings; in-person/virtual)

  Two references (if requested)