This course is currently delivered online over 8 days in half-day sessions. This Award is a recognised qualification in the national framework, fully accredited by the Open College Network (OCNLR www.ocnlondon.org.uk/) at Level 3 (equivalent to an Advanced Diploma) offering two units with a total of 6 credits, 'Understanding Mediation' (Ofqual J_503_9823) and 'Key Mediation Skills' (Ofqual F_503_9822).
The format of the course includes pre-course reading, online face-to-face delivery with group discussions, practical exercises and simulations of detailed mediation scenarios, as well as personal study and reflection. The assessment process involves formative assessment, an assessed role play, reflective logs and two written assignments (Q&A); you will have 4 weeks after the course to finalise the written work.
This OCNLR Award is for people: who require in depth understanding of mediation skills and practice to enable them to volunteer or work in the field of mediation; who wish to acquire the necessary underpinning knowledge which will enable them to move forward to training in more specialised areas of mediation theory and practice; who wish to enhance their employment opportunities and prospects; as a useful tool to provide human resource staff with skills in the field of conflict resolution and for their continuous professional development - this qualification is likely to improve your prospects of employability.
