Application Process – Cert.EM Advanced Direct

N.B. For applicants who opt for the advanced level from the outset

To proceed directly to the Cert.EM Advanced certification process (i.e. without first achieving the Cert. EM designation) the following are required:

  • current formal accreditation to practice as an ADR/mediation practitioner (or the equivalent) in your Country.
  • submission of  a completed application (available online – see below)
  • detailed information about 5 of your mediation cases (role-plays and/or actual Elder Mediation cases)
  • curriculum vitae
  • proof of liability insurance
  • at least two letters of reference
  • the candidate is expected to hold a university degree in a related discipline and current accreditation to practice as an ADR/mediation practitioner.
  • payment of an initial application fee of €50 – Click here to Pay

Assessment

  • Once the candidate has met all the requirements as detailed in the initial application form above, then the remainder of the Certification Fee (€325) is due – Click here to Pay
  • Role Play Video – The applicant will be required to present a role play or live demonstration that will be evaluated by an approved assessor. This can be done by submitting a role play video of an elder mediation for evaluation. A self evaluation of the segment will be requested. If the applicant does not meet minimum requirements an interview will be held and the role play may be repeated upon request and within ten months of the original demonstration.
  • After the skills assessment has been successfully completed a written, three hour exam will be required. The exam may be completed at a time and place mutually agreed by the candidate and the Registrar. The candidate is responsible to secure the services of an invigilator – without a conflict of interest – who will oversee the on-site exam process.
  • The process timelines for the EMIN Certification process are available by clicking here.

Certification Documents

The following Certification Documents are available for download to assist with the process:

Certification Maintenance

Ongoing maintenance of certification requires a yearly statement of annual training and practice. At least 8 hours of training and professional development is necessary as well as 10 hours of elder mediations/co-mediations/coaching opportunities a year.

Note: – The practice guidelines and the process for certification are the result of EMIN’s continuing consultation and collaboration with international mediation associations, researchers and practitioners to establish uniform standards for elder mediators. As a leader in the field of elder mediation, EMIN continually makes changes to the certification process to reflect the growth in the field and emerging trends.

For more details about the requirements to become a Certified Elder Mediator (Cert.EM Advanced) please direct your inquiries here:

Contact Us *

Helen Harnett, BA, MèsL, Cert.EM Adv
Registrar, Certification Program
Elder Mediation International Network

*  EMIN is a voluntary body. Acknowledgement of  your email correspondence will be provided within 5 business days barring unforeseen circumstances.