Training is a core component of the Chartered Professional Mediator (ChPM) pathway. Applicants must demonstrate substantial, structured preparation in mediation theory, skills, ethics, and practice. The training requirement ensures that every candidate enters the assessment process with a strong foundation and exposure to diverse learning formats.
Applicants must complete a minimum of 240 hours of mediation‑related training, documented through certificates, transcripts, or training records. These hours may come from a combination of basic training, advanced coursework, continuing education, and specialized programs.
Required 40‑Hour Basic Mediation Training
Every applicant must complete at least one 40‑hour basic or formal mediation training. This course must include:
- Mediation theory and models
- Communication and negotiation skills
- Ethics and professional conduct
- Demonstration, role‑play, and structured practice
- The full mediation process from intake to closure
This foundational training must be taught by a qualified mediation trainer.
A college course cannot substitute for this required 40‑hour training.
Additional Training Hours
The remaining hours may be earned through a combination of:
- Additional 40‑hour basic or advanced mediation trainings
- College or graduate‑level mediation courses
- Seminars, webinars, workshops, and institutes
- Continuing legal, mental health, financial, or mediation education
- Practicums or internships offered by subject‑matter experts
To ensure breadth and quality:
- No more than four 40‑hour courses may be counted toward the total
- No more than three college or graduate‑level mediation courses may be counted
- No more than 160 hours may come from basic or advanced 40‑hour trainings
- All trainings must be taught by qualified instructors or recognized organizations
Documentation Requirements
Applicants must provide:
- Course titles
- Training providers or institutions
- Dates of completion
- Number of hours
- Certificates or proof of attendance
All training entries may be subject to verification.
Training used in this pillar cannot be reused in another pillar.