Child Inclusive Mediation: Awareness and Understanding Day

This course has been approved by the Family Mediation Council (FMC).

Information

Introduction

This course fulfils the Family Mediation Council requirement for mediators to complete a Child Inclusive Mediation Awareness and Understanding Day before submitting an accreditation portfolio. While the training does not qualify participants to conduct Child Inclusive Mediation, it provides the professional understanding expected of mediators supporting families where children are affected by separation.

Many mediators choose to complete this training sooner rather than later so that it does not become a delay point when preparing their portfolio.

Course content

Live role play format

Live role plays led by a child inclusive mediator
Realistic scenario involving children and child arrangements

Key learning themes

Managing communication breakdown and emotional intensity
Exploring child arrangements and the child’s voice in mediation
Understanding safeguarding, domestic abuse, and professional judgement

Child Inclusive Practice Focus

Awareness of Child Inclusive Mediation (CIM) principles
When and how a child’s voice may be appropriately included
The mediator’s role in supporting child-focused outcomes
Recognising when to involve or refer to CIM-trained practitioners

Audience engagement

Guided reflection on mediator interventions
Professional discussion of child-inclusive practice
Q&A with the trainer
Opportunity to connect learning to your own practice

Why choose VMA CPD

What will you learn

By attending these sessions, participants will be able to:

Develop practical understanding of mediation approaches and techniques
Analyse professional decision-making and interventions
Reflect on complex situations and participant dynamics
Apply learning to enhance their own mediation practice

Teaching approach

Interactive and practice-based learning
Delivered by experienced professionals in the field
Incorporates real-world scenarios and examples
Encourages reflection, discussion, and professional insight

Who this course is for

This CPD programme is suitable for:

Practising family mediators
Trainee mediators working towards accreditation
Accredited mediators seeking ongoing CPD
Professionals involved in family dispute resolution

Course content

Live role play format

Live role plays led by a child inclusive mediator
Realistic scenario involving children and child arrangements

Key learning themes

Managing communication breakdown and emotional intensity
Exploring child arrangements and the child’s voice in mediation
Understanding safeguarding, domestic abuse, and professional judgement

Child Inclusive Practice Focus

Awareness of Child Inclusive Mediation (CIM) principles
When and how a child’s voice may be appropriately included
The mediator’s role in supporting child-focused outcomes
Recognising when to involve or refer to CIM-trained practitioners

Audience engagement

Guided reflection on mediator interventions
Professional discussion of child-inclusive practice
Q&A with the trainer
Opportunity to connect learning to your own practice

What will you learn

By attending these sessions, participants will be able to:

Develop practical understanding of mediation approaches and techniques
Analyse professional decision-making and interventions
Reflect on complex situations and participant dynamics
Apply learning to enhance their own mediation practice

Teaching approach

Interactive and practice-based learning
Delivered by experienced professionals in the field
Incorporates real-world scenarios and examples
Encourages reflection, discussion, and professional insight

Who this course is for

This CPD programme is suitable for:

Practising family mediators
Trainee mediators working towards accreditation
Accredited mediators seeking ongoing CPD
Professionals involved in family dispute resolution

Why choose VMA CPD

What will you learn

By attending these sessions, participants will be able to:

Develop practical understanding of mediation approaches and techniques
Analyse professional decision-making and interventions
Reflect on complex situations and participant dynamics
Apply learning to enhance their own mediation practice

Teaching approach

Interactive and practice-based learning
Delivered by experienced professionals in the field
Incorporates real-world scenarios and examples
Encourages reflection, discussion, and professional insight

Who this course is for

This CPD programme is suitable for:

Practising family mediators
Trainee mediators working towards accreditation
Accredited mediators seeking ongoing CPD
Professionals involved in family dispute resolution

Why choose VMA CPD

Delivered by experienced, accredited mediators and practitioners
Focused on practical application and professional development
Aligned with current standards and best practice in mediation
Designed to support confidence, competence, and reflective learning

Enrol today on the Child Inclusive Mediation: Awareness and Understanding Day

Develop your child-focused practice. Join our Child Inclusive Mediation Awareness Day and deepen your understanding of how children’s voices can be appropriately and safely considered within mediation.