Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) Practitioners are experiencing a surge in demand.
April 8, 2024Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) Practitioners are experiencing a surge in demand across Australia for several compelling reasons. The intricate dynamics of modern family structures, combined with a legal system that increasingly emphasises alternative dispute resolution methods, have elevated the need for skilled professionals who can navigate the complexities of familial conflicts with sensitivity and expertise. … Read More
Leadership Development Scholarships available for Women
August 7, 2023Leadership Development Scholarships available for Women The Australian Mediation Association and Mediator Training Academy is delighted to announce that partial scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $7,000 per person are now available for women in for one of four leadership and workplace skill development programs. These scholarships are aimed at encouraging more women to increase their … Read More
FDRP qualification places are filling quickly for Mid-Year 2023
June 16, 2023We are quickly filling places for our 2023 Mid-Year Intake to qualify as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner FDRP qualification places are filling quickly for Mid-Year 2023 Applicants are enroling and starting the CHC81115 Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution now. This career opportunity has never been in such demand throughout Australia. There are roughly … Read More
Final Call for qualifying as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner in 2003!
April 20, 2023Final Call for qualifying as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner in 2003! There is a desperate need for Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners in Australia. Australia has roughly 1800 FDRs currently practicing in all of Australia and waiting times for those needing to attend the Australian Family Court with the compulsory 60i Certificate from a Family … Read More
How can improperly trained Australian family mediators cause harm?
March 27, 2023Improperly trained Australian Family Mediators can cause harm. Family mediators play an important role in helping families in Australia resolve disputes related to family law, such as separation, divorce, child custody, and property division. However, if mediators are improperly trained, they can cause harm in several ways: Failure to provide appropriate support: If a … Read More
Family Violence in Australia
March 8, 2023Family violence, also known as domestic violence, is a pervasive issue in Australia. It is a complex issue that involves the physical, emotional, and psychological abuse of family members, particularly women and children. Family violence is a widespread problem that affects all members of society, regardless of their age, gender, ethnicity, or social status. The … Read More
Career opportunities in Family Dispute Resolution
February 14, 2023Career opportunities in Family Dispute Resolution are plentiful throughout Australia. Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) practitioners in Australia are professionals who help separated or divorced families resolve their disputes outside of court. To become an FDR practitioner in Australia, you must complete a nationally recognized qualification in FDR and meet the registration requirements of the Attorney-General’s … Read More
Alternative Dispute Resolution in Australia
February 12, 2023ADR stands for Alternative Dispute Resolution in Australia, and an ADR practitioner is a trained and accredited individual who facilitates the resolution of disputes between parties. In the context of family law, ADR practitioners in Australia include family dispute resolution practitioners (FDRP), who specialise in helping separating parents or parties with parental responsibility to resolve … Read More
Parenting Plans for the Australian Family Court
February 9, 2023Parenting Plans for the Australian Family Court are a written agreement between parents (or other parties with parental responsibility) about arrangements for the care of their children. It sets out the living arrangements, communication, and decision-making responsibilities for each parent, as well as any other specific arrangements relevant to the children’s best interests. Parenting plans are … Read More