TRAINING PROGRAMS
CCR 40-Hour Mediation Skills Training
"I learned so much in a short period of time, and I appreciated the warm, supportive and encouraging atmosphere created by CCR. Parts of it were intimidating but they made it fun and less scary. I also appreciated all of the opportunities for feedback.” - Training Participant
CCR's hands-on, practical approach to mediation training ensures participants actively develop conflict resolution skills and techniques.
Upon completion, participants have the necessary skills to mediate in a wide variety of real-world situations. CCR offers mediation classes to anyone who wants to learn the art of mediation. Participants and trainers in our program come from diverse professional backgrounds such as law, social work, psychology, HR, non-profit and corporate management.
October 2026 Mediation Skills Training
Enrollment coming soon!
To be notified when enrollment opens, sign-up for our notification list
Location: Remote via Zoom
Schedule: This 5 day, 40-hour workshop will take place from 8:30am-5pm CT on the following dates
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Thursday, October 22
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Friday, October 23
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Wednesday, October 28
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Thursday, October 29
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Friday, October 30
Enrollment Fee: $1695 early bird / $1795 regular rate.
CCR requires a non-refundable $300 deposit to reserve your spot in training.
Save the date: December 2026 MST
CCR's final Mediation Skills Training of 2026 will take place remote via Zoom on December 2, 3, 9, 10, and 11 from 8:30am-5pm CT. To be notified when enrollment opens later this fall, sign up for the December MST update list.
For more details about this training, future sessions, or CCR's Financial Harship Scholarship and bartering opportunities please see below.
If you have questions before enrolling please email us!
TRAINING DETAILS:
CCR's MST is a 5-day, 40-hour workshop that takes place M-F over the course of two weeks, unless otherwise noted.
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Time: 8:30am - 5:00pm Central Time*
*CCR's 2026 Mixed Cohort MST will take place 8:30am-5pm CT on Wednesday-Friday and and 1:00-5:00 pm CT on Tuesday afternoons.
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Location: Remote workshops take place live via Zoom; In-person trainings take place in the CCR office (11 E Adams St, Suite 500, Chicago)
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Number of Participants: up to 18
Remote Rate:
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Early bird rate: $1,695/person*
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Regular rate: $1,795/person*
*As of June 1 2026. Note that the $1,595 early bird rate is available until 28 days before the start of a training.
In-Person Rate:
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Early bird rate: $1,750/person*
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Regular rate: $1,850/person*
*As of June 1 2026. Note that the $1,750 early bird rate is available until 28 days before the start of a training.
Professional Credits:
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33 Attorney MCLE credits (6.75 Hours Professionalism)
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40 Social Worker CEU credits
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Center for Conflict Resolution is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for the SHRM-CPSM or SHRM-SCPSM. This program is valid for 33 PDCs for the SHRM-CPSM or SHRM-SCPSM.
For more information about certification or recertification, please visit www.shrmcertification.org.
Upcoming Dates:
Summer in-person 40-hour Mediation Skills Training
For those who prefer learning in person, don't miss our annual In-Person 40-Hour Mediation Skills Training. If you would like to receive updates about our Summer 2027 in-person MST, please let us know.
Mediation Skills Training: Weekends and Evenings
CCR's Weekends & Evenings 40-Hour Mediation Skills Training makes professional-level mediation education available for people with full-time schedules. The program brings together community participants and law students, providing a rich mix of perspectives while maintaining the high-quality, practice-based training.
If you would like to be notified when we announce dates for our 2027 Weekends & Evenings MST let us know!
FINANCIAL HARDSHIP APPLICATION
As part of CCR's mission to work with individuals, communities, courts, and other institutions to manage and resolve conflict, CCR wants to encourage individuals to attend our trainings regardless of financial ability. Individuals who wish to attend CCR’s Mediation Skills Training, but for whom the cost of the training would be a financial hardship, may apply for a partial waiver of the registration fee (all participants must pay the $300 training deposit). Apply for a scholarship fee waiver.
Bartering Program:
Additionally, as part of CCR's Core Values of Commitment to Serving the Community, Inclusivity, and Inspiring Growth and Success, individuals are also welcome to participate in our Bartering Program. In this program, individuals can exchange goods and/or services to discount up to $1,395 of the program cost. All participants must pay the $300 training deposit.
Some past examples of these exchanges include:
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Professional headshots for staff
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Graphic design services for our website
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Other types of training services
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Promotional video for CCR
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Items or experiences to feature in our Silent Auction (lessons, tickets, behind-the-scenes tours, etc.)
These are not the only options! If you have an idea for an exchange or want to discuss ideas and options, please email training@ccrchicago.org. We want to support you in joining our conflict resolution community!
More Information:
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Additional questions? Please contact the Training Department at (312) 922-6464 ext. 215 or via email at training@ccrchicago.org.
Additional Training Opportunities:
Follow the links for details about our 3-hour Conflict Management Workshop, or to learn how you can collaborate with our team of training professionals to design a
Customized Workshop for your organization or group.
Mediator Mentorship Program:
If you have already completed a 40-hour Mediation Skills Training and you are interested in becoming a volunteer mediator with CCR, the next step is participation in our Mediator Mentorship Program (MMP). Follow the link for nformation about the MMP and how to apply.
If you have questions about the MMP please email our Volunteer Director Israel Putnam.
“This is a challenging, thoughtful course. It is a great value for the amount charged. The skills have many applications, even beyond the CCR mediation process. I highly recommend this program.”
- Mediation Skills Training Participant