Become a Volunteer Mediator with NCRC!

            Have you always wanted to learn how to be a mediator?  Do you see yourself playing a role in creating peace for those around you?  If so, become a Volunteer Mediator with NCRC!  NCRC mediation training incorporates both theory and practice, equipping you with the skills necessary to mediate a wide range of court and community-based conflicts.  Our trainings cover these topics & more:
            • Conflict management styles
            • Mediation ethics
            • The role(s) of the community mediator
            • The 5 steps of the mediation process
            • Handling bias & power imbalances in mediation
            • Cross-cultural communication / multicultural competency
            • Strategic listening for feelings, values & topics
            • Rule 31 standards & procedures
            • Negotiation strategies for breaking through impasse
            • Games, videos, simulations & role-plays

            Apprenticeship & Volunteer Program:  All trained mediators who come to NCRC must complete an Apprenticeship that includes two (2) observations and three (3) co-mediations of NCRC mediation sessions.  After the Apprenticeship, volunteer mediators must also commit to co-mediating a minimum of twelve (12) cases within one year.  

            The NCRC Apprenticeship & Volunteer Program is critical to the fulfillment of our mission to provide high-quality and affordable (low / no cost) mediation services and conflict resolution education to diverse communities in Nashville.  Because of the time commitment inherent in the volunteer program, we offer trainings at a rate that is remarkably less than market value.

            Family Mediation Training (Rule 31 approved)
            Spring 2013 
             May 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, & 18
            Cost of training:  see application for fee options
            Location: Goodwill Industries, 1015 Herman St, Nashville, TN  37208
            Application deadline:  April 12, 2013

            Spring 2013 Family Mediation Training Application - PDF format
            Spring 2013 Family Mediation Training Application - Word format
            Spring 2013 Training Calendar(s)


            Civil-to-Family Crossover Training (Rule 31 approved)
            Spring 2013 
             May 11, 16, 17, & 18
            Cost of training:  see application for fee options
            Location: Goodwill Industries, 1015 Herman St, Nashville, TN  37208
            Application deadline:  April 12, 2013

            Spring 2013 Family Mediation Training Application - PDF format
            Spring 2013 Family Mediation Training Application - Word format
            Spring 2013 Training Calendar(s)

             
            Community Mediation Training (Rule 31 approved as Civil)
            Fall 2013
            September 9, 10, 11, 15, 16, & 17
            Cost of training:  TBA
            Location: TBA
            Application deadline:  TBA
             

            If you are already a trained Rule 31 mediator, or have received a minimum of 30 hours basic mediation training, and would like to volunteer in our programs, please download, fill out, and return our Volunteer Mediator Application Form. We hold regular Orientations for trained mediators to introduce our range of programs and opportunities.
            Upcoming Orientations:

            April 5, 2013
            9 am - 1 pm at NCRC
            Orientation to Civil & Victim Offender Mediation programs

            Fall 2013 (date TBA)
            9 am - 1 pm at NCRC
            Orientation to Juvenile Court Family Mediation & Community Mediation programs 
            A limited number of training scholarships are available each year.  Please review the application for information.  Scholarships are made possible with support from Bradley, Arant, Boult, Cummings Law Firm.
             

            Thank you for your interest in community mediation!