MASTER OF LAWS IN FAMILY DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Gain Accreditation as a Mediator and a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner Duration: 4 semesters, 2 subjects per semester Starting: January and September Delivery: Multi-modal
Program Description The Master of Laws in Family Dispute Resolution, suitable to both law and non-law graduates, focuses on the impact of separation and divorce on families, as well as the management and resolution of post-separation parenting and property disputes. The program covers both the theory and practice of family dispute resolution to ensure that graduates have a deep knowledge base, and sophisticated skill set, for practising as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP). The Master of Laws in Family Dispute Resolution is ideal for anyone who wishes to become an accredited FDRP as it satisfies the requirements for accreditation through the National Mediation Accreditation System (NMAS) as well as the requirements for registering as an FDRP with the Federal Attorney General’s Department.
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Graduates are eligible to apply for national accreditation as a Mediator with the Mediator Standards Board (MSB) under the NMAS.
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Graduates are eligible for accreditation as a FDRP with the Commonwealth Attorney General’s Department.
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The course includes practical training that incorporates the required 50 hours of training for FDRP accreditation purposes.
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The course is taught by experienced family dispute resolution practitioners and mediators.
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A flexible learning environment is provided which ensures that participants can study in the convenience of their home.