Module 3 - Law for Mediators (Mediation)
The aim of this module is to ensure candidates have sufficient knowledge of the relevant legal system and mediator-related laws to enable them to comprehend the context of the dispute, deal effectively with legal representatives and be able to reality test and challenge party positions and settlement options. The objective is to provide 'practical law' with the practicing non-lawyer mediator in mind.
This course is intended for individuals who have not necessarily studied law previously and wish to gain a firm understanding of all the key elements of obligations and evidential law that affect matters in civil and commercial disputes. It is suitable for individuals who wish to progress in the field of mediation.
The course will be valuable for anyone wishing to understand and apply legal principles to a situation under dispute, including mediators, or distil the reasoning underlying a court's decision. The level of knowledge developed by the course is roughly equivalent to those elements of a first degree law at university relevant to alternative dispute resolution processes.
The course is delivered over six months, with a combination of private study and face-to-face tutorials. The course consists of a series of assignments and examinations.
On successful completion of the course, candidates will be eligible to progress onto Module 4 of the mediation pathway.
Last Updated: 01 February 2010