Elder Mediation Training Day 4
Date and time: Spring 2024 - date tbc 9.30am to 5.00pm
Location: Avila, Bloomfield Avenue, Morehampton Road, Donnybrook, Dublin 4
Organisation/Trainer: Later Life Mediation trainers (see www.laterlifemediation.com )
Course Details
This course follows on from Elder Mediation Training Day 3. However, the courses are in modular format so it is possible to do Day 4 without having completed Days 1, 2 and 3. It focuses on understanding and managing family dynamics in elder mediation and handling the initial phone call from clients. It also provides an opportunity for skills development through role play using EMIN self-assessment guidelines.
The training hours are recognised by the MII for 7 CPD hours and by the Elder Mediation International Network (EMIN) for certification purposes.
Course Content
Understanding and Managing Intergenerational Family Dynamics in Elder Mediation
Family of origin and current family; differences and potential issues
Dynamics of ‘normal’ ageing and family relationships
Issues of changing family roles
The ‘family reunion’ around ageing parents; specific characteristics and challenges
Denial and resistance to outside help
The initial phone call
Specific skills required
Key information
Strategies for moving the case forward
Role play
Transfer of learning through skills practice
Videod role play using using EMIN self-assessment tool
Learning Outcomes
Participants will gain:
knowledge about and insight into understanding and managing family dynamics in elder mediation
skills and strategies for handling the initial phone call
skills development through role play practice using the EMIN certification self-assessment guidelines
The course will be interactive and will allow time for discussion and questions.
The training hours in this course are recognised by the Elder Mediation International Network (EMIN) for certification purposes and the MII for CPD purposes.
Later Life Mediation is a not for profit company specialising in Elder Mediation and Training. Later Life Mediator mediators are internationally accredited with EMIN and members of the Mediators Institute of Ireland. www.laterlifemediation.com
Booking
First come, first served based on payment received. Email info@laterlifemediation.com for a booking form
For more information contact Later Life Mediation by email info@laterlifemediation.com or phone 087 390 2547