Thinking of Becoming a Mediator?
Lynn MacBeth has been offering her approved 40-Hour Basic Family Mediation Training since 2004. The training is approved by the Assn. for Conflict Resolution Academy of Family Mediators and meets the training requirement of PA R.C.P. 1940.4. and the requirements of most mediation programs including mediation role-play hours, mediation theory, research, and practice. Family mediation is emphasized because of its expertise in diffusing the most complex and emotional conflict. The training is effective for all subject matter areas of conflict and meets standards for CLASP, Generations, Parenting Coordinators, Federal Court, and any high-conflict mediation environment. Lynn MacBeth has trained hundreds of attorneys, students, mental health professionals, financial professionals and others to be mediators. She has conducted trainings throughout the state of Pennsylvania.
Upcoming 40-hour Basic Family Mediation training: Live & Fully online- SPRING 2025- April 11, 14 15, 16, & 17, 2025.
If interested- please sign up at Lynn@LynnMacBeth.com by providing your name, address, email, and cell phone number. A confirmation will be sent to you. We need a minimum of 6 trainees to hold a live online training with Lynn MacBeth.
8:00 am - 4:30 pm. (Trainees will take 1/2 hour for lunch on your own).
Trainees must attend via computer (not phone) with camera and audio. Course is highly interactive, and participants will contribute to the lectures with questions and comments. Topics Include: History of Family Mediation in America, Mediation Styles, Family Mediation Techniques with Emphasis on Transformative Mediation, Mediation Careers, Communication Skills and Processes, Pennsylvania Law of Custody and Divorce, 16 hours of supervised mediation role-plays, Pa. Domestic Violence Training, Effects of Divorce and Separation on Children, Mediation Procedures, Parent Education, Mediating with Attorneys, Drafting the Memorandum of Understanding, Developing and Marketing a Mediation Practice, The Nature of Conflict, Child Custody Schedules, High Conflict Mediation, etc.
All trainees receive the textbook: Lynn MacBeth's 2022 3rd edition of The Art of Family Mediation: Theory and Practice
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Lynn MacBeth at 412-303-2505 or email: Lynn@LynnMacBeth.com
Cost of 40-hour training is: $1,400.00
add $54.00 for 36 PaCLE hours 36 Substantive incl. 2 Ethics Credits
Payment is due 2 weeks prior to the 1st day of training. For Spring, payment is due March 28, 2025.
For other professionals, credit is typically approved, and we will assist you in completing the paperwork.
Cancellations after payment is made incur a $100 processing fee. After the program begins, there are no cancellations, but trainees may will receive full credit for payment towards a future course.
This is a live-online program.
We accept cash, check, and major credit cards. To pay by credit card, contact Lynn@LynnMacBeth.com for instructions.
To sign up, reserve a spot, for more information call or email:
Lynn@LynnMacBeth.com
Phone: 412-303-2505
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Read what recent trainees have said about the basic family mediation training:
"Lynn is a wonderfully engaging educator. Her training has changed the way I practice." -- K.J.
"This class was so interesting and informative. We had plenty of opportunity to learn, ask questions, and get real experience mediating through mock mediations, from which we would get truly helpful feedback. I feel like I am truly ready to mediate after this course." -- Denise L.
"The training was very in-depth and provided a lot of time for role playing and simulated mediations. While Zoom is not always the best avenue, I appreciated the organization and scheduling on Zoom. The materials and sessions were well-planned and very helpful."-- Keri E.
"Lynn’s training is great! I learned so much from her. Her passion for and understanding of mediation practices is exemplary. I would recommend this training to anyone interested in learning the history, psychology, and best practices of mediation."
-Liz P., Mediation Trainee
“Lynn was very knowledgeable and experienced and gave great feedback. I’m excited
to take what I have learned and put it into practice in the field.” – Josh S
“Excellent all around. Never bored once. Extremely knowledgeable on subject matter and beyond.”
“Beyond expectations! The case studies were great to synthesize material. The passion Lynn has for this work is clearly demonstrated and was such a pleasure to learn from her expertise.”
“I attend a lot of conferences. This was by far the most interesting and best presentation ever!”
“Very enjoyable and very informative. A wonderful learning atmosphere.”
“Patient with beginners.”
“I now feel as if I can truly mediate.”
“Lynn was engaging and kept our interest. She did a great job of introducing mediation concepts and helping us all apply our newly learned skills in a safe and encouraging environment.”
“Very eye-opening to those who don’t directly work with children.”
"I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of the training. Great videos and hands-on teaching. Lynn is an excellent mediator and teacher."
The five-day (40 hour) course includes up to 16 hours of mediation immersion, simulations, and observations as required by the U.S. District Court for Western District of PA's training standards. In addition, the course includes 2 hours of Mediation Ethics and 2 hours of Domestic Violence training.
Students will learn about various theories and styles of mediation, current ethical concerns, and will become familiar with the public debate about mediation issues. Leading edge theory of conflict, power, and family dynamics are introduced and applied to mediation practice in case examples, role play scenarios and demonstrations that will build practice skills and techniques. Simulations done before the entire class are unique to this training; students have the opportunity to watch the instructor mediate a case; to perform role plays, and to be critiqued (if invited) by the instructor. Feedback from students about this teaching method has been overwhelmingly positive. Students will receive a Certificate of Attendance having completed the basic mediation requirements set by the Association for Conflict Resolution Academy of Family Mediators, recognized by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court as the training standard for court-appointed custody mediators. Mediation and communication skills for all types of mediation are included. The substantive areas of Divorce and Family mediation are covered, including Divorce law, Support, Alimony, Property Distribution, Child Custody, Court Procedures, Communicating with Attorneys, Professional Ethics, and Marketing a Mediation Practice.
All students will receive Lynn MacBeth's book The Art of Family Mediation: Theory and Practice, revised in addition to a packet of course materials that are mailed to you via U.S. mail prior to the training. Sign up early to be sure to have your materials in hand!
STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS FOR ACCOMMODATIONS OR SCHEDULING CONCERNS, PLEASE CONTACT LYNN MacBETH IN ADVANCE: 412 303-2505
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Payment and Refund policies
Payment in full is due 2 weeks before training starts. Payment is by cash, check or credit card. Refunds may be given prior to the first day of training subject to a $150 administrative fee. After class begins, there are no refunds and students may take a future training. Unused PA CLE payment is refundable in full.
