your pathway to success
Build confidence and prepare for mediation casework
Our three-month Practice Ready Programme helps qualified mediators move from training towards practice, or rebuild confidence after time away. You will attend three four-hour online sessions covering pre-mediation, mediation and co-mediation, and outcome management, using realistic scenarios, small-group practice and supportive feedback. Alongside 12 hours of practical CPD, three individual 45-minute coaching sessions help you identify development needs and plan your next steps.
The programme also includes guidance on your professional bio, LinkedIn and Mediator Directory profiles, plus practice set-up checklists covering documents, enquiry handling and reflective practice using Mediator Desk. Join throughout the year, with priority booking and a maximum of 10 attendees per practical session. It provides a preparation pathway towards the Mediation Agency Junior Panel, subject to a separate suitability review.
What is included
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Three four-hour online practical sessions, with guided practice, feedback and reflection.
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Three individual 45-minute coaching sessions to set goals, review progress and plan your next steps.
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Guidance and feedback on your professional bio, LinkedIn and Mediator Directory profiles.
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Practice set-up checklists covering documents, enquiry handling and reflective practice using Mediator Desk.
The cost
The full programme costs £495, with individual practical sessions also available. Additional business development services including writing, reviewing, and refreshing documents, social media, visibility, strategy, and website services can be discussed during your initial call.
A pathway into practice
The programme is for trained mediators preparing for casework, including those interested in junior and co-mediation opportunities. It forms part of the preparation pathway towards the Mediation Agency Junior Panel. Panel acceptance is a separate decision; completing the programme does not guarantee appointment or case allocations.
The skills practice sessions
Three four-hour online sessions cover the key stages of mediation: pre-mediation, mediation and co-mediation, and outcome management. Through realistic scenarios, you will practise preparing parties, managing joint and private meetings, working alongside another mediator and supporting parties (played by our volunteers) towards clear, workable outcomes.
Sessions are led by experienced mediators, with a maximum of 10 attendees and opportunities to practise different roles, receive constructive feedback and reflect on your approach. The emphasis is on developing confidence in a supportive environment. Attend all three sessions for 12 hours of CPD and a certificate of attendance, or book individual sessions to focus on particular stages of the process.
SESSION DETAILS
The following dates are our Autumn Series:
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Session One - Pre-Mediation: 17/09/26
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Session Two - Mediation Management: 22/10/26
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Session Three - Outcome Management: 19/11/26
All sessions take place online. These sessions are delivered 09.30am-01.30pm (UK time).
All three sessions are included in the Practice Readiness Programme. Individual sessions can be booked for £125 each. We have up to 5 spaces per session on a subsidised basis for just £85 each. Subsidised spaces are subject to availability.
2027 dates will be confirmed in due course.