Family mediation training
Accredited mediation courses to transform your career with expert trainers
Why choose Veritas Mediation Academy
Qualified & award-winning tutors
All core teaching is delivered by experienced, practising mediators with senior professional standing in the field, many of whom have received national recognition and awards for their contribution to mediation.
Teaching excellence at Level 5 and beyond
Tutors hold a Level 5 Diploma in Education & Training, QTLS status, or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification, ensuring professional, inclusive, and well-structured delivery.
Direct link to a live mediation practice
Veritas Mediation Academy is closely linked to Direct Mediation Services, an established and successful mediation practice operating in England and Wales.
Observation of real-life practice
The Foundation Course in Family Mediation includes the opportunity to observe a real MIAM (Mediation Information & Assessment Meeting), giving learners rare insight into live professional practice.
Structured tutorials and individual support
Learners have access to scheduled tutorials during the course, supporting confidence, skills development, and progression towards accreditation.
Professional Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)
A dedicated Virtual Learning Environment provides structured materials, recorded content, resources, and guided independent study.
Online student forum
A moderated online forum enables discussion, peer learning, and professional dialogue throughout the course and beyond.
Designed for professional progression
Courses are built to support learners not only through training, but into practice, supervision, and accreditation.
Study from anywhere
Our online mediation courses allow you to learn wherever you are, with 24/7 access to learning materials. This flexibility enables you to balance professional commitments with high-quality training.
Start your career in mediation
At Veritas Mediation Academy, our accredited family mediation training forms the foundation for your professional development, which enables you to expand your qualifications and career opportunities across multiple sectors.
Our family mediation courses are delivered online, in person, and through blended learning, giving you the flexibility to choose the route that best supports your professional goals. Whether you are entering mediation as a new career or building on existing professional experience, our training prepares you for one of today’s most rewarding and respected professions.
Whether you begin with our introductory taster course or enrol directly on one of our family mediation programmes, you will develop practical skills, professional confidence, and a recognised qualification aligned with current standards in England and Wales and beyond.
Our family mediation courses
Family Mediation Foundation Course
Family Mediation Council Accredited Training
- 8 days (40+ hours)
- In-person/Online plus Virtual Learning Environment
The official first step towards FMCA accreditation. Delivered by expert family mediators, with small group teaching, practical role plays, and full access to our Virtual Learning Environment.
Ideal for:
• Aspiring family mediators
• Professionals in law, social work, education, or counselling
• Students looking to strengthen their CV and employability
Includes:
• 100% online, in-person or hybrid format
• Tutor-led sessions + real-scenario role plays
• FMC modules: Child Arrangements, Financial Mediation, Safeguarding
• Certificate recognised across England & Wales
• Interest-free payment plans available
Accredited mediation training in the UK
Our online and in-person mediation courses combine professional recognition, academic rigour, and real-world practice. Choosing Veritas means choosing a structured pathway that supports your development from foundation training through to professional accreditation.
We work with learners from a wide range of backgrounds, including law, education, HR, healthcare, social work, and business, and support both career-changers and experienced professionals seeking to formalise or extend their mediation practice.
Why mediation training matters
Conflict is rarely simple. By completing mediation training, you become part of a growing profession that prioritises understanding over confrontation. We equip you with the skills to help people communicate more effectively, rebuild trust, and reach sustainable resolutions without resorting to adversarial or lengthy legal proceedings.
Through structured learning and practical guidance, you will gain the confidence to manage sensitive issues in a balanced, respectful, and professional way.
Mediation offers not only personal fulfilment and career progression, but also the opportunity to make a tangible difference. Mediators play a vital role in supporting healthier family, workplace, and commercial relationships, while helping to reduce pressure on the legal system, turning conflict into collaboration.
How to enrol and start your mediation journey
We make the enrolment process clear and transparent. Whether you are beginning your journey in family mediation or civil and commercial mediation, or expanding your expertise through Continuing Professional Development, you will find straightforward guidance at every stage.
From your initial application onwards, you will be supported in selecting the right programme, understanding accreditation pathways, and accessing the resources you need to succeed. Enrolling with Veritas is more than registering for a course, it is the first step in building a sustainable and rewarding career as a professional mediator.
FAQs about our courses and mediation training
Do I need a university degree to become a mediator?
No. You do not need a university degree to begin mediation training. Our foundation courses are open to professionals from diverse backgrounds.
How long does the basic training in family mediation last?
The foundation course in family mediation includes eight days of core training, delivered online, or in person. Foundation training in other disciplines, such as civil and commercial mediation, is typically delivered over five days.
Is supervised practice compulsory?
Yes. To become an accredited family mediator, you must complete supervised practice under a Professional Practice Consultant (PPC). This allows you to apply your learning in real cases with structured professional support.
Why is FMC recognition important?
FMC approval is the recognised standard for family mediation in England and Wales. It ensures your training is recognised by courts, employers, professional membership organisations, and the public.
Can I work as a mediator after completing the course?
You can begin practising as a trainee mediator. Full accreditation and the ability to sign court forms requires completion of your portfolio and supervised practice.
Can I study mediation fully online?
Yes. Our online mediation training includes live interactive sessions, VLE-based study, and tutor support, allowing you to train from anywhere while maintaining professional standards.
What career opportunities are available after qualification?
Qualified mediators work across family, workplace, civil and commercial, and healthcare settings. Some join established organisations, while others develop independent practices. Demand for skilled mediators continues to grow in the UK and internationally.
Reviews from our mediation students
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Starting a new course, career, or chapter in life can be incredibly daunting. However, the tutors at Veritas go above and beyond to create a safe, encouraging space where this... read more change feels—and becomes—possible. From the beginning, it’s clear they care deeply about their students’ experiences, meeting the needs of those who participate in mediation, and upholding the profession’s standards and values. The support, structure, and resources are exceptional, and I recommend this course to anyone looking to support others as they transform their lives – and to transform their own in the process.
Rebecca
5 October 2026Fantastic course, very well planned in collating a wide and extensive range of materials. Excellent tutors (Stuart Hanson, Jan Coulton and Natasha Batki) who provide insight with the latest developments... read more in family mediation and best practice. You will need to put the work in round the edges and prepare, but if you do, you will find this incredibly rewarding!
Anthony Raymond
5 October 2026I would wholeheartedly recommend Veritas Mediation Academy to anyone considering training in family mediation. The trainers brought so much knowledge, warmth and care to the course, creating a welcoming environment... read more where I felt comfortable asking questions, practising and learning.The feedback I received was particularly constructive. It helped me recognise my strengths while understanding where I could continue to grow. Thank you to everyone at Veritas for making this such a meaningful experience. I’m leaving the course feeling inspired and excited to continue my journey into family mediation! 🤍
Șatohin Eugenia
2 October 2026 -
I've done a fair amount of training over the years and this was a cut above the rest. The interactive approach is what makes it work. Role-plays, case studies, real scenarios... read more — you learn by doing rather than by listening, and it sticks. The assessment is ongoing rather than one terrifying exam at the end, so you always know where you stand and have time to improve. The support throughout was outstanding, and the course material is genuinely useful — I'll be referring back to it long after the course has finished. Would recommend without hesitation.
Ciska Bezuidenhout
2 October 2026I was somewhat anxious joining the course as I was unsure what to expect. I was reassured immediately by their team, and the course itself massively exceeded even my... read more demanding hopes. The teaching team is hugely experienced, kind guide you not just on the content but also in helping guide you towards your future career. The materials are incredibly well-structured, informative and interactive (where relevant). I also made some great friends on the course that I would hope to keep for my career in the future.
Aaron Wood
2 October 2026Well structured course with engaging, accessible content, led by Stuart and taught by a number of other teachers, which offered a fantastic opportunity to experience different approaches and styles of... read more mediation. Genuinely interesting and engaging. Small groups, offering lots of opportunities to practise skills. Stuart went above and beyond to offer support and guidance throughout. Very constructive feedback. Highly recommended
Monika Sojka
16 September 2026 -
I contacted Stuart through a mutual friend, initially just hoping for a quick chat about family mediation training. He gave up a full hour of his time and was incredibly... read more generous with everything he shared. His knowledge, experience and wisdom about the world of mediation is vast, and he has a real gift for communicating it in a way that is honest, practical and very inspiring. Stuart is warm, personable and clearly passionate about what he does. It shows in the practice that he has built. I came away with so much useful info and when I start my training, it won’t be anywhere else. Highly recommend and thanks again!
Emily George
17 August 2026I attended the Foundation Course in Family Mediation with Veritas Mediation Academy in June and I honestly cannot fault them. The teaching was to a high standard, providing ample opportunity to... read more ask questions, enter into discussions and role play scenarios to deepen our learning. The group size of 6 was perfect to be ensure the tutors could individually speak to all of you and provide invaluable feedback. The support didn’t end there, even after the course was finished, the course lead Stuart offered 1-to-1’s if you needed further assistance in regard to the assessment’s. For anyone looking to take the Foundation Course in Family Mediation, I would strongly recommend choosing Veritas Mediation Academy.
Rachel S
10 August 2026I had a great and extremely useful conversation with Stuart via Google meet. We discussed the criteria of the course and whether or not it was actually suitable for me.... read more I really appreciate Stuart finding the time in his busy schedule to advise me and definitely recommend everyone to have a conversation with him about family medication.
Hayley Banton
24 July 2026 -
A brilliant organisation to train with, I took the Family Mediation Course. Really accessible training materials. Approachable tutors and clear assessment requirements
Helen Chapman
24 July 2026The Foundation Family Mediation course is very strong and enjoyable. Well structured both on the online part and the actual class. Our trainer was extremely competent and knowledgeable. The number... read more of hands-on exercises and mock mediations, followed by feedback from the trainer and our co-students, was extremely useful for progress and self-reflection. The assessments following the course helped us further to understand our responsibilities and get prepared to start our professional activities. I highly recommend Veritas Mediation Academy to get the necessary skills to become an effective mediator. If you are ready to put in the time and effort, you will get an enormous amount out of the course.
Eric Churet
20 July 2026I really appreciated the time that Stuart from Veritas Mediation gave me while I was exploring family mediation training. What stood out was his integrity. Rather than trying to persuade... read more me to sign up, he helped me work out whether it was the right next step for me. I came away with a real sense of the care and thought Stuart brings to his work, and I'd highly recommend speaking with him if you're considering family mediation.
Pauline Doohan
16 July 2026 -
Veritas Mediation Academy excels in creating innovative and dynamic learning processes, which are far superior to traditional classroom learning methods. The variety in resource formats, learning and practice methods, peer... read more learning and continuous staff support creates an environment which builds up your mediation skills, knowledge, understanding, and confidence in parallel. The support they offer after completion of the course has helped me find work in family mediation and I simply cannot recommend the course enough.
Joe Stanislawski
23 June 2026I recently completed the Foundation Course in Family Mediation and found it to be an excellent learning experience. The course was highly interactive, with plenty of opportunities for practical exercises... read more and role plays, which were invaluable in helping me build confidence and gain hands-on experience in mediation skills. The course lead Stuart was extremely knowledgeable, thorough, and supportive throughout the course. He was always willing to answer questions, provide guidance, and ensure that everyone understood the material. His encouragement, patience, and expertise created a positive and engaging learning environment that made learning both enjoyable and rewarding. The group dynamic also added greatly to the experience. All of the students were supportive, encouraging, and respectful towards one another, creating a safe and collaborative atmosphere in which everyone felt comfortable participating, practising new skills, and learning from each other's experiences. The contributions from the supporting mediators and other professionals involved in delivering parts of the course were also greatly appreciated. Their insights, experience, and willingness to share their knowledge added real depth to the learning and provided valuable perspectives on mediation practice. I would highly recommend this course to anyone considering a career or further training in family mediation. It provided a strong foundation of knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to move forward in the field. Thank you for delivering such a well-structured, informative, and inspiring course. I have come away with a much greater understanding of family mediation and feel far better equipped to develop my skills further in this area. The support from the tutor and the wider team of mediators and professionals involved in the course made this a particularly valuable and enjoyable learning experience. Amina
Ami R
21 June 2026As an experienced mediator in other areas, looking to qualify in Family Mediation, I was delighted by the Veritas Academy’s Foundation Course. The tuition was delivered by qualified and experienced practitioners,... read more who were accomplished presenters. Material was thorough and all sessions engaging. The assignments to complete the course were rigorous. I believe that graduates leave with a good grounding in family mediation theory and would be safe (as I have done) to take practice further. I enjoyed the learning, the challenges, the role-plays and interaction. While there is some overlap in skills and theory, Family mediation is sufficiently different in key areas and skills from other fields of mediation to make the course distinct, rather than a duplication of materials covered elsewhere. I have found the professionals from this course to have been up-front about the challenges in completing the “Portfolio” – as “working towards accreditation” graduates gain and record their experience. Our cohort has become a supportive team, and join with other graduates in other Veritas projects, webinars, CPD etc – building upon Stuart’s excellent introductions. I commend this foundation course most highly.
Jeremy Lawrence
3 May 2026 -
I genuinely found the Family Mediation Course with Veritas to be a really rewarding experience. From the start, it felt engaging rather than overwhelming, which isn’t always easy with this... read more kind of subject matter. The sessions were not only informative but also surprisingly entertaining, which made it much easier to stay focused and actually enjoy the learning process. What stood out most to me was the quality of the tutors. They explained concepts clearly and in a way that felt practical and relatable, not just theoretical. Whenever I had questions, they were approachable and more than willing to help, which created a supportive and encouraging atmosphere throughout the course. Overall, it felt like a well-balanced program that combines professionalism with a human touch. I came away feeling more confident and genuinely interested in applying what I learned.
Maria Jose Santambrogio
1 May 2026I attended the mediation course and really enjoyed it. The practical exercises stood out the most to me — they kept me involved and helped everything feel real. I left... read more each session feelig confident, with tools I now use in work and everyday life.
Hannah Grimshaw
15 March 2026I joined the free introduction to family mediation course and really enjoyed it. It was interesting, easy to follow, and gave a great overview of what mediation is and how... read more it works. It’s definitely made me think seriously about training as a mediator.
katy Hanson
15 March 2026 -
I took the foundation training course for family mediation, and I found it very helpful. The training covered plenty of exercises and roleplays, giving us lots of opportunities to get... read more used to a mediation environment, albeit a simulated one. The trainers Stuart and Lesley were also incredibly knowledgeable and facilitative, supporting us throughout the journey without being too handholding. Classes are conducted online, with international students accepted.
XH Ong
12 March 2026I completed the free introductory course on family mediation and it was really good. By the end of the online course, I had a much better understanding of the role... read more of a mediator.
Parvin Aktar
9 March 2026I recently completed the free online family mediation course and found it helpful. The course gave a me clear and realistic insight into what family mediation involves and what the... read more training pathway looks like. It also helped me understand both the professional expectations and the practical skills required to become a mediator. After the session, I had the opportunity to speak with Stuart, who was generous with his time and very approachable. He explained the different stages of training and accreditation and answered my questions openly, which helped me feel much clearer about the next steps. Overall, it was a very positive experience and gave me the confidence to seriously consider pursuing training towards becoming an accredited mediator. I would highly recommend the taster course to anyone thinking about entering the profession.
Sheelagh Hegarty
8 March 2026 -
I attended the meditation course and found it to be a really meaningful experience. What I appreciated the most were the practical sessions, as they helped me stay focused and... read more actively involved throughout the course. Each session left me feeling calmer, more confident, and better prepared with techniques that I can apply in my everyday life.
Shakil Ansary
7 March 2026
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