Training Calendar

Parenting Consulting Training
Date: May 9-10, 2013
Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Credits: 11.25 Standard, 1.75 Ethics CLE credits to be applied for
Cost: $395
Location: Hamline University, Minneapolis Campus

Prerequisites to Attend:
Successful completion of a MN Supreme Court Rule 114 certified 40 Hour Family Mediation Skills Course

Parenting Consulting is a child-focused Alternative Dispute Resolution Process that assists high-conflict parents in resolving disputes regarding parenting issues. This training provides a practical overview of the knowledge, skills and procedures essential to become a Parenting Consultant (PC). This training is based on the training requirements outlined by the Association of Family & Conciliation Courts (AFCC) and adapted to Minnesota practice. This training will cover: The Parenting Consulting process, Family Dynamics in Separation and Divorce, Parenting Consulting Techniques and Issues, an overview of Minnesota Family Law and Domestic Violence Issues.

Registration Form (PDF)
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Parenting Time Expeditor Training
Date: May 17, 2013
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Credits: 6.5 Standard, 0.5 Ethics CLE credits to be applied for
Cost: $205
Location: Hamline University, Minneapolis Campus

Prerequisites to Attend:
Successful completion of a MN Supreme Court Rule 114 certified 40 Hour Family Mediation Skills Course

Parenting Time Expediting is a statutory process in which the court appoints a neutral to resolve parenting time disputes. This one-day training will guide participants through the process from the first inquiry call through handling disputes. The course covers the psychological, legal and practical aspects of serving as a Parenting Time Expeditor. Learn how to set up and manage the Parenting Time Expediting process; gain an understanding of typical duties, what to do and what not to do; increase competencies in handling high conflict parents; learn practical tips for helping parents reduce conflict; gain and understanding of the difference between Parenting Time Expediting and Parenting Consulting.

Registration Form (PDF)
Course Description (PDF)

Payment and Refund/Cancellation Policy

Payment in full is required to reserve your place. If you wish to qualify for the early-registration incentives, if available (see the courses' registration form for details), we must receive full payment by the deadline. Confirmation details for all trainings are sent upon receipt of full payment.

Cancellations received more than 10 working days before the start of training will be refunded, less a $100 administrative fee. All cancellations/refunds are encouraged to transfer to another training offered within a calendar year at no cost.