No matter where you live, you can easily access pre-recorded 60 minute webinars (video recordings) of some of EMIN’s webinars – right from your desk! These presentations are delivered by experts in the field, many of whom are certified elder mediators. Content of such webinars will be considered to meet the training requirements towards Elder Mediation Certification. A certificate will be awarded upon the completion of the webinar. Once your payment has been processed you will receive a link which will enable you to view the recorded webinar.
Over the next several months we will be calling upon Certified Elder Mediators and other recognized trainers to deliver relevant, information-packed live webinars through our website. These presentations will be recorded and then made available for streaming afterwards. Stay tuned for topic and date announcements!
Cost: EMIN Members: 20.00 € / Non-Members: 25.00 €
* Join the Elder Mediation International Network to take advantage of reduced rates!
Elder Mediation Training Program (Section 1)
Immediately Available – Anytime Online!
All training hours count toward EMIN’s Certification Program
A 20-hour, training package offered online and available to you whenever it meets your particular schedule. The training is approved by both Family Mediation Canada (FMC) and the Elder Mediation International Network (EMIN) for their respective, Elder Mediation Certification Programs. The course content also meets the FMC/EMIN certification maintenance requirements.
TRAINER: Judy M. Beranger, MA, Cert.EM Advanced, Cert.CFM Advanced
Judy is recognized as a world leader in the field of Elder Mediation. She is an inspiring and knowledgeable trainer and was the drafter of the Code of Ethics for Elder Mediators internationally. She has been involved with every subsequent update and helped write an additional supporting document: Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults. Judy developed the entire Elder Mediation Certification framework and process for Elder Mediators and did so over a two-year period with input from hundreds of people, including focus groups from a variety of countries along with Family Mediation Canada (FMC), other organizations, networks, and Societies. Judy is Past President of FMC and President of the Elder Mediation International Network (EMIN).
With special guest contributions from:
Lorenzo De Franco, Ontario; Sabby Duthie, Ontario; Julie Castree, Australia; Marie Claire Chartrand, Nova Scotia: Elise Lavigne Q.C., Alberta; Alvina Snell, British Columbia; Helen Hirsh Spence, Ontario; Margaret Bouchier, Ireland
What Is Elder Mediation?
What does that term really mean, and does it have a legitimate claim on impacting a reduction in the incidence of elder abuse and neglect? Elder Mediation is a process in which a professionally trained Elder Mediator utilizes a “mediation process model” to address issues and concerns involving an older adult. In some cases, an older adult who is vulnerable may be at the heart of the mediation but in other cases the mediation might be called to reduce or prevent vulnerability of the older person.
Elder Mediation is based on a wellness model that promotes a person-centred approach for all participants; it is mindful of the older person(s) while respecting the rights of each person participating. Regardless of the numbers present, each person is unique with his or her own narrative, intrinsic value, strengths, and weaknesses. Through the Elder Mediation lens, aging is viewed as part of a continuing process of development and change, rather than just a period of physical and cognitive decline.
What to expect in the course…
This Elder Mediation Training is a specialized course with 20-hours of training that includes, lectures, interviews, activities, role plays, video demonstrations and readings. Utilizing a person-centered and trauma informed model, the course will share with participants many of the skills, knowledge and competencies required to be an effective Elder Mediator. Upon completion of the 20 hours a complementary coaching session with the presenter is being offered.
Topics will include:
- Impact of Ageism in all its forms; “isms” generally
- Cultural diversity & building cultural awareness
- Recognizing & responding to elder abuse & neglect
- Screening – indicators, signs and symptoms
- Safety planning & referral sources
- Ongoing Balance of Power,
- Building/maintaining trust
- Addressing subtleties of control; inclusive language
- Ethics and ethical issues weaved throughout
- Elder Mediation practice guidelines
- Elder Mediator competency & basic understanding of brain health
- Impact of trauma and high conflict personality types
Who should attend:
Those wishing to learn about Elder Mediation, wills and estate mediators; psychologists, physicians, nurses and other health care professionals, social workers, lawyers practicing in the area of elder law, wills, estates and trusts. This training may also be of interest to other professions who are interested in mediation generally and in working with age related matters.
Fees
CAD $750.00 FMC/EMIN Member Rate
CAD $900.00 Non-Member Rate
For more information or to register click HERE.
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