LAWS77-801: Mediation and Dispute Resolution Practice 1

Description

Mediation and Dispute Resolution Practice 1 is a foundational subject in the Master of Laws in Family Dispute Resolution and can also be taken as an elective in other Masters programs offered by the Faculty of Law. The aim of this subject is to equip students with the required knowledge and skills that are essential for mediators and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners. In this subject students will acquire and apply knowledge and skills about the facilitative model of mediation and the role and function of mediators, support persons and other professionals. Students will also explore and critically examine ethical and professional obligations as they apply to mediators, family dispute resolution practitioners, and both mediation and family dispute resolution practice in the context of applicable law.

Subject details

Learning outcomes

1. Identify and critically reflect on the nature and purpose of each stage of the facilitative Mediation and Family Dispute Resolution process . 2. Identify and apply mediator skills, strategies and techniques within the context of facilitative Mediation and Family Dispute Resolution process. 3. Critically analyse aspects of mediation process, skills and/or strategies.

Enrolment requirements

Subject outlines

• September 2022 [Intensive - Week 2]
• May 2022 [Intensive - Week 2]
• January 2022 [Intensive - Week 1]
• September 2021 [Intensive - Week 2]
• May 2021 [Intensive - Week 2]
• January 2021 [Intensive - Week 2]
• September 2020 [Intensive - Mediation and Dispute Resolution Practice 1]
• May 2020 [Intensive]
• January 2020 [Intensive]
• September 2019 [Intensive]
• May 2019 [Intensive]
• January 2019 [Intensive]
• September 2018 [Intensive]
• May 2018 [Intensive - Week 3]
• January 2018 [Intensive - Week 3]
• September 2017 [Intensive - Week 16]

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