1. Legislative Significance and High Demand Under the Family Law Act 1975, couples are required to attend FDR with a registered Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP) before applying to the Federal Circuit and Family Court for parenting orders. FDRP-issued section 60I certificates are mandatory to proceed. Mediator Training Academy Australian Mediation Association. Because of this legal … Read More
BHP is offering a fantastic financial assistance program for regional students who qualify to complete the CHC81115 Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution with the Mediator Training Academy. We have had successful applicants for this fantastic program previously and highly recommend that those in need apply for this assistance. It is truly a wonderful opportunity. … Read More
The new edition of our textbook “Mediating with Families”, written by our Academic Advisory Board members and teachers will be released April 14, 2025. “As you read Mediating with Families annotate myriads of insights that are as likely to affirm and inform your practice as to respectfully challenge it. This book is about real people … Read More
New Family Law (Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner) Regulations 2025 commence on 1 April 2025. The Attorney General’s office new regulations include several changes that will impact accredited FDR practitioners. Most of the changes come into force immediately. Others, like the need for the AG to approve who can act as a complaints-handling body, have a transitional … Read More
A successful career in Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) in Australia A career in Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) in Australia offers professionals the unique opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of individuals and families during challenging times. As an FDR practitioner, you are instrumental in helping people resolve family disputes, especially those … Read More
Why qualifying as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP) with the Mediator Training Academy in Australia offers numerous advantages for those seeking a fulfilling and impactful career in family mediation? Here are several reasons the Mediator Training Academy stands out as an ideal choice. More information on becoming a family dispute resolution practitioner can be … Read More
Leadership 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
Improperly 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
Career 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