PDSL is an internationally accredited provider of mediation training approved by the Civil Mediation Council and International Mediation Institute. We deliver training to professionals and students in various jurisdictions across the globe. Our bespoke courses are designed to fit the cultural and legal context of every country we operate in.
Why Choose Us
Train with one of the most experienced mediation teams in the field. Gain Part 146 approval, internationally recognised accreditation, and the practical skills to confidently launch and grow your mediation career.
Our trainers have 50+ years of combined mediation and training experience. The courses are therefore extremely rigorous and practice-focused.
Our courses meet the highest domestic and international standards and are approved by the Civil Mediation Council and the International Mediation Institute.
PDSL is passionate about training the next generation of mediators. We offer more than a 50% discount to university students as well as easy payment plans through instalment schemes.
PDSL is the global benchmark in mediation training. We are recognised in multiple continents, over ten countries and dozens of jurisdictions including New York State.
At Phoenix, we are obsessed with making our clients happy, and we are really good at it as well!
As well as be accredited by bodies like the IMI, CIArb and CMC, our courses are directly accredited by the New York Unified Courts System under Part 146.
Our courses are directly accredited by the MSB Australia under the NMAS standards.
Our virtual training programme allows you to become a mediator from the comfort of your home or work-desk.
FAQ
Find answers to common questions about mediation training for University of Law alumni, including certification, accreditation, course formats, and career opportunities.
The PDSL Mediation Training Course provides a recognised professional qualification. Successfully completing the course assessment will result in you becoming a PDSL accredited and International Mediation Institute qualified mediator. You will be able to register with both organisations as a mediator.
You will also have the opportunity to be qualified with the Civil Mediation Council (CMC) and become eligible as a CMC Associate. Under CMC guidelines, this will require you to undertake an in-person assessment after the completion of the course. This will be an in-person assessment in a location near you. This assessment will require a £50 administration fee to attend.
All of our trainers are highly experienced and regularly mediate complex disputes within their respective fields. The trainers come from varying backgrounds within mediation and the legal profession. Most of our trainers also have university lecturing experience.
Some key trainer profiles can be viewed above.
The course is forty hours long and delivered over three different formats. The three formats are as follows:
• 5-day intensive course, full-day sessions everyday
• 5-week course, full-day sessions every Friday
• 8-week weekend course, half-day sessions every Saturday
The course will be delivered online. Our virtual mediation training programme is a first of its kind in the world. We use Ayotree classroom management software and Zoom Meetings to provide a seamless and interactive learning experience. Find out more about how our virtual training works here.
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To accommodate all delegates, PDSL delivers its accredited courses in three different formats:
Professionals can take advantage of a 2-month instalment plan without any added interest. To do so, when making your reservation, simply choose the instalment ticket option below.
Please forward any queries to r.rashid@phoenixdisputesolutions.com or call us at +44 (0) 161 236 9735 (WhatsApp – +44 7796110474).