Requirements for Practising Mediator Status
All Practising Mediators (PMs) must meet all of the following criteria (A – D):
A. Education and Experience
All PMs must meet one of the following four education and experience descriptions:
*A program with Skills Assessment would be a role play, exam and/or evaluation.
**From a professional in a related field; must use provided form.
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B. Basic Mediation Training
In addition to, or as part of, the above qualifications, all Practicing Mediators must have completed generic conflict resolutions courses, totalling a minimum of 40 hours, which have covered all of the following areas:
(Please note that AFMS puts on a 40-hour Basic Mediation course but courses from many other institutions are suitable. The Legal Education Society of Alberta (LESA) course "Mediation of Family & Divorce Conflicts" is NOT a Basic Mediation course but is instead considered "Specialized Training" often used for the Registered Family Mediator (RFM) membership qualifications. All levels of mediator members with AFMS require a Basic Mediation course.)
C. Malpractice Liability Insurance
PMs must submit evidence of applicable malpractice insurance coverage for Alberta.
D. Ongoing Activity and Education
PMs must complete a minimum of 20 hours of continuing education in mediation related topic areas every two years.
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Alternative Qualifications
Applicants who do not meet the above qualifications may submit a letter titled ‘Request’ which details how their relevant experience and educational qualifications alternatively meet the above requirements. The onus is on the applicant to outline where they believe the equivalencies lie for each requirement.
**Letter of Reference form: If your submission includes a Letter of Reference you must use the following document: [Download and complete this document]
I hereby certify that the information I have provided in this form is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that submitting false or misleading information may result in delays, rejection, or other consequences as outlined by the terms and conditions of this process. You must be a General Member of AFMS already to apply for this designation. Please see the Become a Mediator/Member page to learn more about becoming a General Member.
