Working with Families
Get qualified to support families through separation, conflict resolution and family led decision making.
At Mediation Institute, we offer a range of nationally recognised and specialist training options for professionals working with families. Whether you are just starting out, building on existing skills, or seeking recognition for prior learning, our courses are designed to equip you with the knowledge, practical skills and qualifications required to support families in conflict.
Explore the courses below to find the training pathway that’s right for you.
Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution (CHC81115)
The qualification required to register as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP) with the Attorney-General’s Department as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP) under the Family Law Act 1975. Covering Family Law, Family Violence and Family Law Mediation related topics.
NOTE: All CHC81115 level training is delivered through a training partnership with Inspiritive RTO 21178.
Duration: Self-paced up to 12 months (up to 24 months to complete)
Delivery mode: Fully online.
Price: $14,000 – payment plans available.
Core Units from the Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution (CHC81115)
Those with qualifications in law, psychology, social work or similar may be able to register as a FDR Practitioner with core units only. That applies to AMDRAS Accredited mediators (you must have been accredited at least 2 years) Contact us to find out if you are eligible for the Core Units Pathway.
Duration: 6 – 8 months.
Delivery mode: Fully online.
Price: $10,000 – payment plans available.
CHCFAM001 - Work within a Family Law Environment
This unit of competence can be undertaken individually. This online unit covers legal and ethical issues, obligations under the Family Law (Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners) Regulations 2025 and the Family Law Act 1975, documentation, and how to apply them in real-life scenarios.
Ideal as a stand-alone course or a first step toward becoming an FDR Practitioner.
Delivery mode: Fully online.
Price: $1,500 – payment plans available.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Already working in a deemed family dispute resolution role in the Family Court? Have skills and applied knowledge in Family Violence or other related work? RPL lets you gain credit for your existing knowledge, skills and experience. You may be eligible to fast-track one or more units in the Graduate Diploma of FDR.
Family Group Conference Facilitator Training
Learn to facilitate family-led decision-making meetings in child protection and complex family contexts.
This online course includes self-paced online learning and 3 live half-day online workshop sessions. Recognised for the NSW FGC Contractor Panel.
Price: $1,400 – payment plans available.
National Register of Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners
Check your registration status via the Attorney-General’s FDR Register.
Practitioner Membership (1 Year Membership)
Practitioner Membership is $190 per year and includes:
- Independent Complaint Handling Support for Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners and Family Group Conference Facilitators
- Free for Members Professional Development Webinars
- Member only Training Discounts
- Inclusion in the Find a Mediator Directory (Proof of Eligibility Required)
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