Basic Mediator Training

About the “Basic Mediator Training” Program
The Basic Mediator Training is a structured and comprehensive educational program designed to prepare qualified professionals capable of effectively resolving disputes, fostering dialogue, and finding mutually acceptable solutions in complex situations. The program is developed based on modern European and Ukrainian standards for professional mediator training, ensuring high-quality learning that meets international requirements.

It covers both fundamental theoretical concepts and practical tools necessary for real-world application — from analyzing the nature of conflicts to applying facilitation and negotiation techniques. Special attention is given to developing conflict resolution, emotional, procedural, and legal competencies.

This is an optimal choice for those who prefer online learning, want to thoroughly understand the specifics of the profession, clearly know how to become a mediator, and acquire skills that can be immediately applied in legal, business, or community activities.

Who This Program Is For
The “Basic Mediator Training” program is designed for a wide range of participants seeking to enhance their professional competence or gain a new specialization. It will be beneficial for:

• Lawyers and attorneys – to integrate mediation into legal practice, increase the efficiency of dispute resolution, and reduce time and resource costs for clients.

• Psychologists and psychotherapists – to work with conflicts in families, workplaces, or during individual counseling.

• Business representatives and HR specialists – to establish constructive communication, prevent labor conflicts, and increase team productivity.

• Government and local government employees – to peacefully resolve contentious issues between citizens and institutions.

• Students of law, psychology, and social sciences – to gain a competitive edge in the job market and expand their professional profile.

Program Start Date: September 16, 2025

How the Training Will Be Delivered
The program combines fundamental theory with active practice, ensuring a deep understanding of the mediation process and skill-building in a safe learning environment.

Duration: 111 academic hours, 4.5 months
Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 16:00–19:00
Format: Online
Group Size: Up to 24 participants for an individual approach
Tuition Fee: 37,000 UAH (333 UAH/hour)

Teaching Methods

• Interactive lectures with visual materials and real-life examples
• Role plays and negotiation simulations
• Analysis of real-life cases from various fields (family, commercial, labor conflicts)
• Group discussions and facilitated conversations
• Individual tasks to practice communication techniques

What You Will Gain from the Program

• Procedural competence: mediation stages, tools, techniques, documents
• Legal competence: Ukrainian legal framework and international experience
• Emotional competence: managing emotions, self-control, empathy
• Conflict resolution competence: types of conflicts, dynamics, causes, strategies
• Personal mediator brand: building trust before the first meeting
• 45+ hours of practice: simulating real cases, working in pairs and groups
• Bonus: accounting and registration for mediator activity, sample contracts, plus an exclusive block with advanced techniques

This course offers comprehensive training that includes both deep theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed for a successful mediation career. You will master procedural, legal, emotional, and conflict resolution competencies and gain valuable tools to build your professional brand. Additional bonuses will help you effectively organize your practice and apply unique methods to increase your competitiveness in the market.

Program “Basic Mediator Training”
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Instructors of the “Basic Mediator Training” Program

Iryna Hryhorivna Petrova – PhD in Law, Associate Professor at the Department of Law, European University, mediator, notary, conflictologist, certified trainer, Head of the Mediation Center of the Notarial Chamber of Ukraine, member of the Association of Family Mediators, member of NGO “Women in Business”, member of the Board of Notaries in Kyiv, author of numerous professional publications, participant in international conferences, co-author of methodological recommendations for family mediators. Her teaching combines a strong theoretical foundation with the practical skills needed for those wishing to clearly understand how to become a mediator and start practicing in the field.

Iryna Dmytrivna Drobotko – PhD in Psychology, Head of the Department of Practical Psychology and Social Technologies, European University; psychologist, author of scientific works on conflict resolution, anxiety management, social-emotional skills development, and psychological resilience; active organizer and participant in educational, scientific, and cultural projects; initiator and coordinator of collaborations with academic institutions, institutes, inclusive resource centers, scientific organizations, and charitable foundations; member of the Ukrainian Psychological Association. Her work includes preparing psychologists and psychotherapists to work in crises, family and group counseling, and applying innovative approaches to conflict resolution and emotional intelligence development.

Nataliia Vasylivna Ovsiienko – PhD in Economics, Associate Professor, Head of the Marketing Department, European University; experienced marketing and business practitioner with over 15 years of work in international and local companies, over 15 years of teaching experience, expert in marketing strategies, branding, and business development; active researcher of modern economic trends and innovative marketing technologies. Specializes in developing and implementing comprehensive marketing strategies, consumer behavior analysis, digital marketing, and international trade—participant in professional conferences, seminars, and training in marketing, economics, and business education.

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Registration is open. Apply now and join the program that opens new opportunities for professional growth.

Introductory session: September 11, 2025
Time: 17:00–21:00
Saturday session: 14:00–18:00