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HSX1969X Certified Alternative Dispute Resolution Certificate

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Course Description

This online Certificate (ADR) program is offered in partnership with IADR® GLOBAL. Dispute Resolution is a rapidly growing field of study and a process commonly used in federal and local government agencies, corporations, non-profit and for profit agencies as well as in private ADR practices. This online training program will give you the educational background you need to break into this fast-growing field. The three course program of study offers a highly comprehensive conflict resolution education that can help you advance in your present job, add a sought after skill to your resume, or help you set up a private practice as an alternative dispute resolution specialist. 240 hours.

Upon successful completion, students will:

  • Understand the principles and theory of conflict resolution.
  • Evaluate their current strengths and challenges in resolving conflict.
  • Identify the principles of interest based negotiation and apply to case studies.
  • Articulate and apply advanced communication skills such as reframing and nonviolent communication.
  • Articulate significance of neutrality and impartiality in mediation.
  • Examine and apply the facilitative process of mediation.
  • Identify the impacts of cultural, gender, and ethnic differences upon conflict resolution.
  • Articulate and apply ethical standards for practice.
  • Identify and apply the specific knowledge necessary for advanced mediation practice in specialties such as Workplace Mediation, Health and Eldercare Mediation, Construction and Real Estate Mediation, Divorce and Child Custody Mediation, and Arbitration.

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Course Fee: $3,295

To register, or for more information, contact the Division of Extended Learning at 1-800-NAT-UNIV ext. 8600

Prerequisite

Basic knowledge of computers and the Internet.

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