The Mediator's Edge-Award Winning Training
Elevate your conflict resolution expertise with The Mediators Edge—an exceptional series of courses taught by Elaine Garcia, a Credentialed Distinguished Mediator with a proven track record of excellence.
Recognized for her award-winning training programs, Elaine brings her unparalleled knowledge and real-world experience to empower mediators to master advanced techniques, resolve impasses, and foster lasting resolutions.
Whether you're starting your journey or refining your skills, these transformative courses provide innovative tools to address even the most complex disputes. Gain the competitive edge and learn from one of the best in the field.
Elaine Garcia
President and Principal Trainer
Elaine Garcia, a Credentialed, Distinguished Mediator, offers award-winning training designed to empower mediators with advanced skills.
Her courses emphasize practical strategies to resolve even the toughest conflicts. Recognized for her expertise and innovative approach, Elaine delivers transformative training sessions that have earned accolades from mediators across the globe.
Join her programs to elevate your practice and learn from one of the best in the field.
Resolve the Unresolvable
Tuition: $110
3-Hour Continuing Education Course
Course Overview: Resolve the Unresolvable is a specialized course that empowers mediators to overcome impasses and address complex conflicts confidently. In addition to mastering advanced techniques to break deadlocks, participants will delve into tools like reframing issues, incremental progress strategies, and reality testing.
The course also covers how to facilitate effective communication between parties, manage power imbalances, and control emotions during challenging negotiations. Through case studies, hands-on exercises, and expert insights, mediators will gain actionable skills to navigate even the most contentious disputes.
Elevate your mediation expertise and learn to turn challenges into successful resolutions with this transformative training.
Sate Bar of Texas and State Bar of Texas CLEs (Pending)
Basic Mediation 40-hour Mediation Certification
Accredited MCLE/CLE/CEU Hours 37 & 3.0 Ethics
Tuition: $900
This course can be delivered interactively and on-demand (coming soon)
Course Details:
* Practical Tips to Start a Mediation Business
* Mediating with Zoom
* Extensive Role-play for hands-on Experience
* The comprehensive workbook "The Mediator's Edge Basic Mediation Course Workbook", authored by Elaine Y. Garcia is included in this course.
Course Overview: This course will equip students with the tools to confidently mediate general disputes and begin a mediation practice. Gain insight into the history of mediation, principles and practices, conflict resolution theory, court processes, mediation processes and techniques, negotiation, communication, and ethics.
This course also includes a special segment titled "Building Your Mediation Business", where effective techniques for establishing a mediation service are discussed.
Extensive role-play for hands-on experience.
Discover the ultimate resource for aspiring mediators! "The Mediator's Edge," a comprehensive workbook crafted by Elaine Y. Garcia, is included in this course. Unlock the secrets to successful mediation and enhance your skills with this invaluable guide!
Choose your program:
Fast Track 4-Day or 5-day certification program, weekend course or
custom schedule
Individuals and organizations are welcome to join any published training or request training tailored to your group. Class sizes are limited for a superior learning environment.
Call for details.
State Bar of Texas Approved and Accredited Sponsor.
State Bar of California Approved and Accredited Sponsor (Pending)
Conflict Management-Navigating Conflict in the Workplace
Tuition: $600
Course Overview:
In today’s fast-paced and often high-stress work environments, leaders are frequently faced with situations that can quickly escalate into conflict.
“Navigating Turbulence” is a course designed specifically for leaders who want to master the art of conflict resolution and turn challenging situations into opportunities for growth.
Key Takeaways:
Identify Conflict Early: Learn to recognize the early signs of conflict and intervene before issues escalate.
Strategic Leadership: Develop strategies to manage conflict effectively, maintaining team cohesion and productivity.
Communication Mastery: Enhance communication skills to facilitate open dialogue and understand different perspectives.
Crisis Management: Gain tools to manage crises with confidence, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
Building Resilience: Foster a resilient team culture that can withstand and adapt to turbulent times.
This course is essential for leaders looking to steer their teams through rough waters with skill and poise. It offers practical tools and insights that can be immediately applied to any leadership role.
Advanced Family Law Certification
Accredited MCLE/CEU Hours 30.0 & 3.0 Ethics
Tuition: $750
Course Details: Mediation professionals will gain expertise in private practice matters such as family mediation, divorce, family dynamics, and domestic violence. Available to all professionals.
Extensive role-play for hands-on experience.
CPS and Ad-Litem Case Study Presentation
Discover the ultimate resource for aspiring mediators! "The Mediator's Edge," a comprehensive workbook crafted by Elaine Y. Garcia, is included in this course. Unlock the secrets to successful mediation and enhance your skills with this invaluable guide!
Choose your program:
Fast Track 4-Day Certification Program, Weekend Course or
Custom Schedule
State Bar of Texas Approved & Accredited Online Training
Individuals and organizations are welcome to join any published training or request training tailored to your group. Class sizes are limited for a superior learning environment.
Call for details.
Divorce Mediation Certification Program.
Tuition: $500
This course will enhance your mediation skills and expand your earning potential. Divorce Mediators in Private Practice can earn from $200 to $500 an hour.
This comprehensive program will provide professionals with the skills to assist divorcing couples through the process with empathy and expertise. Participants will gain knowledge in all the necessary steps to guide the parties through a thorough divorce from A-Z. Mediator's will learn Best Practices to avoid legal liability.
For graduates of the Advanced Mediation Family Law Mediation Course. Certification is valid in all states.
Available to all participants in any geographical location.
Restorative Justice
Tuition: $250
Course Overview:
Explore the origins and philosophical underpinnings of Restorative Justice. Understand the core principles that guide these practices.
Implementing Restorative Justice practices utilizing circle processes, conferencing models, and victim-offender mediation.
Implementation strategies are key to program development, community engagement, workplace, schools and education, and the criminal justice system.
This course is ideal for teachers and school administration, law enforcement professionals, mediators, and anyone interested in learning about restorative justice and its application in conflict resolution.