Mediator Skills Training Advanced Mediation Skills Workshop

The Advanced Mediation Skills Workshop is designed for MST and IAP alumni, and experienced mediators trained with other recognised providers, who completed their mediation training at least one to two years ago and have since applied those skills in practice. It is intended for practitioners now working in increasingly complex disputes - commercial, employment, or organisational - who are ready to operate at an advanced level and want to deepen strategic capability, not revisit foundational skills.

No. The programme is open to practitioners who trained with CEDR or with other recognised mediation training providers, provided they meet the eligibility criteria: completion of a recognised mediation programme at least one to two years prior, combined with meaningful practical experience applying those skills. If you are unsure whether your background is a suitable fit, please contact the training team at training@cedr.com who can advise you directly.

The curriculum focuses on strategic judgement in complex and multi-issue disputes, advanced negotiation and bargaining analysis, adaptive process design in live mediation environments, managing entrenched conflict and high-emotion dynamics, multi-party and multi-stakeholder negotiation strategy, mediator influence and precision of intervention, advanced reality testing and risk-based decision support, and breaking deadlock in sophisticated negotiations. All content is delivered through complex role-play simulations, expert teaching input, and structured coaching and feedback.

Each cohort is capped at 12 participants. This deliberate limitation ensures participants receive meaningful individual coaching, high-quality structured feedback, and genuine depth of interaction with expert faculty and peers throughout the two days. Places sell quickly, early booking is strongly recommended.

The investment is £1,995 (plus VAT for UK customers) per participant. Included in the fee are all training materials and advanced case study packs, full faculty coaching throughout both days, the evening networking event on Day 1, lunch and refreshments on both days, and a CEDR Certificate of Advanced Professional Development. Deposit arrangements and group booking enquiries can be discussed with the training team at training@cedr.com.

Yes. The evening of Day 1 includes a dedicated networking event featuring a fireside conversation with senior practitioners. This session provides an informal setting to connect with peers and faculty, share practice experiences, and discuss the frontiers of advanced mediation. Attendance is included in the programme fee and strongly encouraged as an integral part of the experience.

Yes. The programme counts towards CEDR MyCEDR CPD requirements and a Certificate of Advanced Professional Development will be issued upon completion. The programme is also eligible for recognition under most professional CPD schemes. If you need to confirm recognition with a specific professional body, please contact the training team at training@cedr.com who can provide supporting documentation.

The Advanced Mediation Skills Workshop is delivered in-person only, at CEDR's London offices at 100 St. Paul's Churchyard, EC4M 8BU. Day 1 runs from 9:30am to 6:00pm, followed by an evening networking event. Day 2 runs from 8:30am to 4:00pm. The in-person format is essential to the depth and quality of the role-play simulations and coaching that the programme delivers.

Do I need to pay VAT on my course booking?

This depends on where you are based. UK participants are charged VAT at the standard rate of 20% on all course fees.

If you are based outside the UK, different rules apply depending on your location.

I'm based in the EU - do I pay UK VAT?

If you are an EU-based business or person purchasing a course in a professional capacity (e.g to use the skills within your role or for future employment), UK VAT is not charged. Instead, you will be responsible for accounting for VAT in your own country under the reverse charge mechanism. This means you self-report the VAT liability to your local tax authority rather than paying it to us. You should confirm your obligations with your local tax adviser or finance team before booking.

If you are an EU-based individual (i.e. not purchasing on behalf of a VAT-registered business, or for you to use in a professional capacity for your role or future employment), different rules may apply and we recommend checking with your local tax authority.

I'm based outside the UK and EU - do I pay VAT?

Participants based outside the UK and EU are generally not subject to UK VAT on course fees. However, you may have obligations under your own country's tax rules for imported services. We recommend checking with a local tax adviser to understand any reporting requirements that may apply to you.

How do I ensure my booking reflects the correct VAT treatment?

When booking, please ensure you provide your country of residence or your business's country of registration. EU business customers should also provide their valid VAT registration number or Tax Certificate so we can apply the reverse charge correctly. If you are unsure how to proceed, please contact us at training@cedr.com before completing your booking.

Will I receive a VAT invoice?

Yes. All participants receive an invoice upon booking. For UK participants this will include VAT at 20%. For international participants, the invoice will reflect the applicable treatment for your location.