AMDRAS Certificate of Training (COT)

Nationally recognised training to become an Accredited Mediator

This course is your first step towards AMDRAS Accreditation under the new Australian Mediator and Dispute Resolution Accreditation Standards (AMDRAS).

Upon successful completion, you will receive a Certificate of Training (COT), which makes you eligible to undertake the Certificate of Assessment (COA) for full accreditation. Learn more about the assessment requirements →

Why Choose This Training?

Fully aligned with AMDRAS National Standards
Delivered 100% online with flexible access
Live Zoom workshops, mentoring, and reflective sessions
Includes training in video mediation and Pre-mediation
No prerequisites or prior experience required

Is This Course Right for You?

This course is ideal for those seeking practical mediation skills or working toward accreditation under the AMDRAS framework.

You may benefit if you are:

A professional in law, HR, healthcare, education, or community services
Involved in managing teams, clients, or disputes
Working in government, business, not-for-profit, or community roles
A coach, consultant, or trainer wanting to strenghten your conflict resolution skills
Considering a career shift into mediation

No formal prerequisites — just a good level of written and spoken English.

Course Overview

Duration: Self-paced over 6 months (recommended 6–8 weeks).
Time commitment: 45 hours - Practical | 15 hours - Theory.
Delivery mode: Fully online.
Price: $3,500 (payment plans available).

Course Topics

Introduction to Mediation and AMDRAS Standards
Facilitating Mediation Online (Zoom skills)
Conflict Dynamics and Resolution Theory
Ethical Dispute Resolution
Pre-Mediation: Process and Practice
Facilitative Mediation: Step-by-step delivery
Advanced Communication and Mediator Skills
Tools and Templates for Professional Practice

View full course content in the guide →

What’s Included?

Online learning modules
9 x live mediation role plays (6 as a role player, 3 as the mediator)
Pre-mediation tutorial and practice
Weekly Reflective Practice sessions
Monthly live workshops and mentoring
Access to our Mediators Toolkit (templates and guides)

Technology Requirements

Computer or laptop with webcam, microphone, and internet
Zoom (free account)
Headphones recommended

Live Training Calendar

Runs over a 6 week cycle

Welcome & Orientation
AMDRAS Standards
Facilitative Mediation Process
Demo Role Play and Practice
Pre-Mediation Process
Pre-Mediation Practice Role Play
Skills Drills - Parties Opening Statements and Agenda
Skills Drills - Exploration
Skills Drills - Negotiation and Documenting Agreements
Every Friday: Reflective Practice

The AMDRAS Standards require you to participate in 22.5 hours of live training in addition to the mandatory 22.5 hours role play training. You have up to 6 months to complete the course if your availability doesn't permit meeting the 45 hour requirement within the 6 weeks.

I was most grateful to pass my assessment last night and wanted to thank you and each of the wonderful mentors who supported me in that journey.

It was quite a steep learning curve for me (changing hats!) and people have been very kind and warm as well as skilled and insightful. I could not have done it without the extensive mentorship and support I had from Mel, Cynthia and Lee.

I was also lucky to watch you do a practise mediation early on and it absolutely reinforced for me the ‘artistry’ element of what mediators do. Thank you for the skilled inspiration.
I look forward to remaining well connected to my new mediation community

It was a wonderful experience. Training was led by highly experienced, insightful and supportive trainers with great experience. They cared about every student and wanted us to do well. The training was excellent and I felt I had not only learnt valuable skills, but joined a great network.

I recently completed my mediation training and accreditation with Mediation Institute, and I cannot express how grateful I am for the outstanding experience they provided. Choosing them for my professional development in Mediation / Dispute Resolution was one of the best decisions I've made.

What Comes After Training?

Once you complete the Certificate of Training (COT), you are eligible for the:

Certificate of Assessment (COA) – Required for national AMDRAS Accreditation
Delivered online (written + role play assessment)
Cost: $700
AMDRAS Assessment Program for those seeking more support is also available Cost: $1,200

More about the AMDRAS Assessment →

Apply for AMDRAS Accreditation

Just passed your assessment? You are now eligible to apply for AMDRAS Accreditation as a Mediator, which includes a 2-year Practitioner Membership with Mediation Institute.

Total Fee: $480 (covers both AMDRAS Accreditation and Practitioner Membership)

This option is available once you’ve successfully completed both your AMDRAS Certificate of Training (COT) and Certificate of Assessment (COA).

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Note: If you recently completed NMAS Assessment under the Transition Rules, you may also use this form to apply.

Already a member? Log in to renew here.

$ 3500 Pay in full or instalments

Fully online learning - recommended time to complete 6 weeks, but longer or shorter possible
Online learning, live tutorials, reflective practice sessions, group discussions and more
Pre-Mediation tutorial and live practice session included at no extra cost
Mandatory - 9 x two hour Mediation role play sessions. 6 as a client role player and 3 as the mediator

Training

$ 700 Written and Role Play Assessment

Fully Online - 2 to 2 1/2 hour online assessment and written assessment tasks
Individually scheduled assessment role play
Abridged revision course included
Mentoring or Re-assessment if needed - additional fees apply

Assessment

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Student Membership Included

Once you are enrolled, you will receive a free student membership with mimembers.au. Our professional portal for future and accredited mediators.

As a student member, you will gain access to bonus resources, reflective practice groups, CPD tracking, and a supportive network to guide your development.

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