What is a certified family mediator and how to become one

Key steps to become a certified family mediator

1. Explore certified family mediator education requirements

   Most common certified family mediator degrees

   Bachelor's

   56.7 %

   Doctorate

   22.8 %

   Master's

   15.0 %

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2. Start to develop specific certified family mediator skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Mediation	36.05%
   Settlement Agreements	26.14%
   Mediation Services	11.76%
   Conflict Resolution	9.58%
   Family Court	9.46%

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3. Complete relevant certified family mediator training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New certified family mediators learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a certified family mediator based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real certified family mediator resumes.

4. Research certified family mediator duties and responsibilities

   • Utilize strategic negotiation tactics and creative problem-solving skills to achieve amicable settlements.
   • Encourage negotiation in a variety of cases involving employment discrimination, co-worker conflicts, and landlord-tenant disputes.
   • Encourage negotiation in a variety of cases involving employment discrimination, co-worker conflicts, and landlord-tenant disputes.

5. Apply for certified family mediator jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a certified family mediator job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams