Lipscomb University's Institute for Conflict Management offers sessions for Rule 31 Civil Mediation Training, Domestic Violence Training and Family Mediation Training.
As one of the only in-person programs in the Nashville, TN area, Lipscomb's Rule 31 Mediation Training offers participants a in-depth and interactive instruction on mediation in a range of areas. Lead by nationally-recognized instructors, the program is designed to efficiently equip participants with skills they can apply in their professional field. The crossover trainings allows students to be trained in multiple sectors in just a few weekends.
Before considering this training, it is imperative that prospective students read and understand the education and experience requirements set forth by Rule 31, Section 14 of the State of Tennessee Supreme Court and Alternative Dispute Resolution Commission. You can find a list of education and experience requirements in our F.A.Q page.
Rule 31 Meditation Trainings are ideal for professionals in the following fields as well as those seeking to add a specialty to their line of work.
Dr. Greer is amazing, warm and extremely knowledgeable. Kate and the facilities are top notch. I can’t wait for more training and will recommend the course.
— Family Mediation Training Participant
Training in 2023
October 5-7 & October 19-21, 2023
Event Details
Thursdays: 5:30pm - 9pm
*Dinner served at 5pm with additional snacks provided.
Friday and Saturday: 8:30am -5pm
*Breakfast served at 8am with lunch and additional snacks provided.
Completion of the course requires attendance of both full weekends of class. The cost of this 6-day (40-hour) professional course is $1,249 and includes all materials and meals. For participants also seeking CLE credit, there will be a special additional fee of $250.
A minimum number of registrations is required to conduct each training. Participants will be notified of cancellations/rescheduling directly.
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Training in 2023
July 13- 15 & July 27-29, 2023
November 2-4 & November 9-11, 2023
Event Details
Completion of this course requires attendance of both full weekends of class in order to receive a certificate. Each day begins with continental breakfast at 8:15 a.m. and training from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. with lunch and snacks provided.
Before considering this training, it is imperative that prospective family mediation students read and understand the education and experience requirements set forth by Rule 31, Section 14 of the State of Tennessee Supreme Court and Alternative Dispute Resolution Commission.
The cost of the complete Family Mediation 6-day (46-hour) professional course is $1249 and includes all materials and meals. For participants also seeking CLE credit, there will be a special additional fee of $250.
A minimum number of registrations is required to conduct each training. Participants will be notified of cancellations/rescheduling directly.
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Training in 2023
August 4-5, 2023
December 1-2, 2023
Event Details
Completion of this course requires attendance of class Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in order to receive a certificate. Friday begins with continental breakfast at 8:15 a.m. and training from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. with lunch and snacks provided. Saturday begins with breakfast at 8 a.m. and training from 8:30 to 12:30 p.m.
In order to be eligible for this course, you must have completed the Family Mediation training sessions.
The cost of this 2-day (12-hour) professional course is $595 and includes all materials and meals. Completion of the course requires attendance during both full days. For participants also seeking CLE credit, there will be a special additional fee of $250. Meals and snacks/coffee will be served.
Note : The training in 2023 may become a 16 -18 hour two-day training on the listed days. Cost will reflect the additional time.
A minimum number of registrations is required to conduct each training. Participants will be notified of cancellations/rescheduling directly.
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Training in 2023
October 20-21, 2023
Event Details
This 2-day course is designed for individuals who have already completed an approved Rule 31 Family Mediation Training and who now want to apply for listing as a Rule 31 Civil Mediator.
This course is interactive with lecture, group exercises and role plays. Areas of instruction include: Effective Communication Techniques, Negotiation Dynamics, Rule 31 Standards of Conduct and Reporting Requirements, Ethical Issues in Mediation, Cultural and Background Factors, Impediments to Settlement, and other relevant topics.
Completion of this course requires attendance of both full days of the training in order to receive a certificate of completion. Each day begins with a continental breakfast at 8:15 a.m. and training from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. with lunch and snacks provided.
The cost of the 2-day (16-hour) professional training, which will be held at Lipscomb's Spark Center in downtown Nashville, is $750 and includes all materials, meals, and parking. For participants also seeking CLE credit, there will be a special additional fee of $250. Meals and snacks/coffee will be served.
A minimum number of registrations is required to conduct each training. Participants will be notified of cancellations/rescheduling directly.
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Training in 2023
July 15 & July 27-29, 2023
November 4 & November 9 - 11, 2023
Event Details
This 4-day course is designed for individuals who have already completed an approved Rule 31 Civil Mediation Training and who now want to apply for listing as a Rule 31 Family Mediator.
Completion of this course requires attendance of both full weekends of class in order to receive a certificate. Each day begins with continental breakfast at 8:15 a.m. and training from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. with lunch and snacks provided.
The cost of Rule 31 Civil to Family Crossover 4-day (30-hour) professional course is $849 and includes all materials and meals. For participants also seeking CLE credit, there will be an additional fee of $250.
A minimum number of registrations is required to conduct each training. Participants will be notified of cancellations/rescheduling directly.
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Tracy Allen is superb, and now a friend and resource. I will recommend this program to colleagues.
— Civil Mediation Training Participant
