WHAT WE OFFER YOU…
If you’re an Ontario-based trained family mediator on the road to accreditation, the Ontario Association of Family Mediation (OAFM) requires you to complete 100 hours of supervised case experience and submit 5 mediation reports to demonstrate your understanding of the mediation process and the law. Successful applications are then granted status as an Accredited Family Mediator (AccFM).
Since 2021, OAFM allows 80 of 100 practicum hours and 3 of 5 case reports to be completed in online supervision with simulated cases. The remaining 20 hours and 2 reports must then be completed with real clients, working with an accredited supervisor of your choice.
We deliver up to four online 80-hour Practicum courses per year featuring small group learning. FMPO’s Roster of experienced and Accredited Family Mediators will mentor you through real-life diverse case scenarios where you will observe, practice and learn new skill, and receive one-to-one feedback.
After the 80 hours, Roster members are then open to working with students individually on the 20 hours, depending on availability.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
1. The prerequisite is that you complete all the required family mediation courses before applying for the practicum
PREREQUISITES
a) 21 hours of Domestic Violence and Power Imbalance Screening;
b) 60 hours of mediation training (foundation course and advanced mediation course)
c) 21 hours of Family Law, for those who require it;
d) 21 hours of Family Relations, for those who require it.
If you are not clear on course requirements please contact OAFM.on.ca or [email protected]
2. Register and provide payment.
3. You will join the online class on set dates.
Module One
The first 20 hours is observation where you have the opportunity to observe experienced mediators. The second 20 hours is co-mediation with your Supervisor.
Module Two
The final 40 hours provides you with the opportunity to practice as a sole mediator with the support of your Supervisor. Students will be responsible for all aspects of the mediations, including preparation, file management, intakes, determining a process, conducting joint sessions, and drafting reports.
WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE…
- Comprehensive Family Mediation cases, covering both Parenting & Financial issues.
- Role plays taken from real cases featuring a diversity of clients and situations.
- Mentoring & feedback at every stage, both written and in session.
- Peer learning with an intimate group of trained professionals.
- A focused Report-writing Workshop.
- Course dates that honour your busy life.
WHO ARE THE FMPO SUPERVISORS?
Each Practicum Supervisor is an experienced Accredited Mediator.
Some specialize in parenting plans and some in financial plans, or both parenting plans and financial, so you get the best of both.
You will have the opportunity to observe and practice with more than one Supervisor.
REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT
You can now register and pay securely on our website. We will confirm your registration by email upon confirmation of your application meeting practicum prerequisites.
You have three choices for registration:
- 1. You can register for the entire practicum (80 hours)
- 2. You can register for the First Module (observation and co-mediation 40 hours only).
- 3. You can register for the Second Module (40 mediation hours) provided you completed the first 40 hours.
Program Structure:
FMPO offers a Practicum for the busy professional keeping in mind a work-life balance. Each Module is 5 days long, comprised of half weeks (Thurs/Fri on Week One and Thurs/Fri/Sat on Week Two). All days are 9 am to 5 pm with breaks and a 1 hour lunch.
2024 Practicum Dates – Family Mediation Practicum Ontario
Spring 2025
Module 1: May 2, 3, 8, 9, 10 – Closed
Module 2: May 23, 24, 29, 30, 31 – Closed
Full 80-hour Practicum (Modules 1+2) – Closed
MODULE TWO
$1500 plus HST for 40 hours of mediation practicum. ‘`Note – prerequisite is completion of Module One.
Register + Pay
CHANGE OF DATE, CANCELLATIONS, REFUNDS
Change Dates:
Less than 14 days notice of change of date is subject to a $200 administration fee (+ HST).
Cancellation:
If you wish to cancel, you must inform us at least 14 days in advance of the Practicum or Module start date in order to obtain a full refund, less credit card fees (if any). Less than 14 days cancellation is subject to a $200 administration fee (+ HST) and the credit card fees (if any). Once you have started the Practicum, there is no refund provided, however, you may be able to move your uncompleted days to the next offering with an administration fee of $200.00 (+ HST).
All notices must go to [email protected]
Family Mediation Practicum Ontario reserves the right to cancel the Practicum and should that happen, students will be refunded or offered a credit to attend another training date.
WILL THE PRACTICUM BE OFFERED AGAIN?
We offer this Practicum quarterly depending on registration. Please continue to check our website for dates for future Practicum dates or please get in touch with us at [email protected]. Sign up early as registration is limited!
WENDY ROSS
BA, MSW, RSW, Acc. F.M. (OAFM), Cert. Elder Med. (FMC)
- Accredited Family Mediator (OAFM since 2015)
- Accredited Elder Mediator (OAFM since 2019)
- Supervised OAFM Mediators (2016)
- Coach, Family Mediation Program, York University (2018-2021)
- Member of Ontario Association of Family Mediation
- Registered Social Worker (1980). Work experience includes both administrative and clinical roles in mental health, addictions, crisis intervention, trauma, older adults, women and children’s health, and physician health
- Provision of direct social work services with individuals, couples, and families (1980)
- Strong focus on diversity, inclusion, and equity and chaired Diversity Committee for Mental Health and Addiction Program.
JO-ANNE FIORE
BA, CFP, FDS, Acc. F.M. (OAFM)
- Certified Financial Divorce Specialist
- Accredited Financial Family Mediator
- 10 years of mediation training and 30 years of financial training
- Financial training for mediators through various workshops
- Supervised new interns for over 5 years
NEERAJ GOEL
BA, LLB, Acc. F.M. (OAFM)
- Accredited Family Mediator and Family Lawyer
- Called to the Bar of Ontario in 2000
- Sole practice of family mediation and family law for 16 years
- Supervise OAFM Mediators and Practicum Students
- Teach Family Law course for Family Mediation Course, Continuing Education, York University
MARDI EDELSTEIN
B.A., Q. Med, Acc. F.M. (OAFM), Cert ODR (OAFM)
- President, Spectra Mediation, Mediator, Conflict Coach & Trainer
- Coach for York University –Family Mediation & Dispute Resolution certificates
- Independent Complaint Facilitator, LHIN Roster (ADRIO)
- Information & Referral Coordr (IRC), Family Court
- Child Inclusive Mediator (CIM)
ANGELINA MACRI
B.A., LL.B., Acc. F.M.(OAFM)
- Accredited Family Mediator (OAFM) since 2014
- Practicing law in Ontario since 1997
- Member of Ontario Association of Collaborative Professionals
- Member of Collaborative Practice Toronto Group
- Member of Hamilton Halton Collaborative Practice group
- Fluent in Italian
Ready to meet our team and start your practicum?
REGISTER NOW
FOUNDING MEMBER, EMERITUS: DEBRA RODRIGUES
Hons. BA, BSW, RSW, Acc. F.M. (OAFM), FDRP Med., CP Med. (OAFM), Cert. Elder Med. (FMC), Acc. Elder Med. (OAFM), CRP
