Family Mediation Training & Events Calendar

On this calendar APFM lists only training programs and events that are relevant for family mediators. We recommend taking a training program about mediation fundamentals and skills before attending a program focused on using mediation skills in work with families.

Listing a program or event on the calendar does not imply that APFM endorses the qualifications of the trainer or the quality of the training/program except where it is explicitly stated that APFM’s Training Committee has approved the trainers and the program.

Times listed are in the Eastern Time Zone.

Interested in Placing your Training on this Calendar?

We’ll need the information below. You can either complete the form at the end of this page or send information to [email protected] in the following format:

  • ​Date
  • Location
  • Title of program
  • Number of hours
  • Trainer(s)
  • Organization presenting the program
  • Brief description of program
  • Email for inquiries
  • Phone number for inquiries
  • Website address for more information

APFM members may list their professional family mediation training programs at no charge. For others, the cost is $39 per event listing.

It can take 3-5 business days to get your listing posted to the calendar once submitted to APFM.

Event Phone: 508-655-5980


  • 40-Hour Basic Divorce Mediation Training (July 2025)
     July 9, 2025 - July 10, 2025
     8:30 am - 5:30 pm Eastern
  • 40-Hour Basic Divorce Mediation Training (July 2025)
     July 15, 2025 - July 17, 2025
     8:30 am - 5:30 pm Eastern

Location: Newton Upper Falls, MA Trainers: Justin Kelsey, Esq. Ellen Waldorf, Esq. John Fiske, Esq. Kenia Franjul, LICSW Jennifer Hawthorne, Esq. Betsy Ross, LICSW, CGP Victoria C. Spetter, Esq. Kim Whelan, CDFA Julia Nepini, LICSW Organization Presenting the Program: Divorce Mediation Training Associates Description: This intensive 40-hour divorce mediation training class equips you with the (more…)


  • Mosten Mediation Advanced Training: Marital Businesses and Professional Practices
     July 11, 2025
     12:30 pm - 5:00 pm Eastern

Location: Online via Zoom Trainers/Presenters: Forrest “Woody” Mosten Organization: Mosten Mediation Training Description: Each 4-hour Advanced Training focuses on a specific area of Practice, features cutting edge Mediation strategies, and offers participants an opportunity for simulated practice and interactive discussion. Working with ongoing business and determining marital values are common mediation issues that need study (more…)

Event Phone: 508-655-5980


  • Mediation Role Play Training
     July 25, 2025
     9:00 am - 12:00 pm Eastern

Location: Zoom Trainers: Justin Kelsey & Ellen Waldorf Organization Presenting the Program: Divorce Mediation Training Associates Description: Are you a new mediator or an experienced mediator with limited experience mediating online? Our Role Play trainings will provide you the opportunity to work on the elements of online mediation that you find challenging like connecting with (more…)


  • Mosten Mediation Advanced Training: Designing and Managing High Conflict Parties
     August 1, 2025
     12:30 pm - 5:00 pm Eastern

Location: Online via Zoom Trainers/Presenters: Forrest “Woody” Mosten Organization: Mosten Mediation Training Description: Each 4-hour Advanced Training focuses on a specific area of Practice, features cutting edge Mediation strategies, and offers participants an opportunity for simulated practice and interactive discussion. The mediator and Collaborative interdisciplinary teams are more than deal makers: we need to help (more…)

APFM & Mediate.com Present Online Advanced Mediation Training Series

Learn from Prominent Mediators and Earn up to 9 CLE Credits!

Did you know that APFM and Mediate.com have partnered to produce the highest quality online divorce and family mediation trainings available?

If you missed the 2018 APFM Conference in San Diego,  four incredible workshops were recorded live, and are available for purchase now at low introductory pricing. Purchase the full package of divorce mediation strategies from master practitioners in the field:

  • Chip Rose delivers a roadmap for the mediation process he has developed and honed over the past 30 years of his career. Watch trailer.
  • Don Saposnek gives us critical research-based information about mediating with the notorious “gatekeeper parent” and techniques to help the mediator best deal with these challenges. Watch trailer.
  • Jim Melamed condenses a treasure trove of his carefully explained mediation strategies and interventions into 90-minutes of high-impact course material. Watch trailer.
  • APFM President Michael Aurit moderated a fascinating panel discussion with Chip, Don, and Jim, as well as Amanda Singer and Donna Petrucelli. Watch trailer.

Creative Core Financial Solutions

Chip Rose, J.D.
A client-centered approach to considering the many financial issues of divorce and offering practical, hard won suggestions for resolving them. Watch trailer.

Dealing with Gatekeeper Parents

Donald T. Saposnek, Ph.D.
Presenting the latest research on gatekeeper parents, then elaborating on specific perspectives and strategies for effectively dealing with them. Watch the trailer.

Maximizing Mediation

Jim Melamed, J.D.
A highly experienced mediator shares his favorite techniques and strategies to help participants through the mediation process. Watch trailer.

Panel Discussion

Moderated by Michael Aurit
Perspectives and insights of experienced divorce mediators considering the critical questions facing the field. Watch trailer.

4 Game-Changing Tips To Build Your Divorce Mediation Practice (1.5 hours)

Trainer: Michael Aurit

Whether you are just opening the doors of your divorce mediation practice, or you have been a professional family mediator for many years, implementing these 4 Game-Changing Tips with potential clients can be game-changers for developing your more successful mediation practice. Partnering with Mediate.com, this program shares the details of The Aurit Center For Divorce Mediation’s positive results from utilizing these modern approaches to practice building.  In addition to improving client retention, these approaches can work to maximize the success of substantive outcomes in mediation, as each “game-changer” is rooted in developing increased trust with potential clients. The course is divided into 4 sections: (1) Developing your brand is everything; (2) First impressions matter – i.e. make your office awesome; (3) Give a strategic, structured yet flexible initial consultation; (4) Make your Agreement To Mediate a Star!

More information is here.

Professional Certification in Trauma and Resilience: Level One (20 Hours)

Florida State University | Learning For Life

Florida State University has launched a new online curriculum for a Professional Certification in Trauma and Resilience: Level One. The curriculum was developed by the Clearinghouse on Trauma & Resilience within the Institute for Family Violence Studies in the College of Social Work. The curriculum enables professionals to develop the knowledge and skills they need to understand the impact of adult and child trauma, along with the keys to resilience. Participants will learn crucial information to improve service delivery to clients, students, human services recipients, patients, and other members of the public.

More information is here.

APFM Training Calendar Submission Form

To request a listing on APFM’s Training Calendar, please fill out the form below. There is no charge for APFM members. The cost for non-members is $39 per event listing.

APFM Event Calendar Submissions
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Non-member listings will not be published absent payment.

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