Special Education Mediation Training

4-day course (split into two-day groups) starting at $1375, led by instructor Dr. Robert Keiter. Up to 16 participants can attend each course. Group discounts are available.

Special Education Mediation Training will equip you with the tools to assist families and schools in resolving special education disputes. IDEA-specific mediation training and scenarios are provided.

This 40-Hr course will provide the initial training needed for mediators to serve on state rosters as IDEA dispute resolution Professionals. Mediation training participants should check with their State Education Agency (SEA) to learn more about the specific requirements and processes for serving on their state’s mediation roster.

Reserve Your Seat for This Live Online Course From $1375

  • 40-Hour professional mediation course
  • IDEA-specific mediation training and scenarios
  • Foundational mediation skills you can apply immediately
Register for the September 2026 4-day course today
Early bird discount available until August 11th, 2026.
Seats are limited to 16 participants.

Meet IDEA Mediation Requirements

  • Learn effective mediation techniques and how to handle the various parties (e.g., parents, schools) through real-world scenarios.
  • Learn IDEA regulations for special education and mediation.
  • Meet IDEA training requirements for mediating special education disputes.

This training provides 40 hours of continuous learning credit (where applicable).

IDEA - Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

Course Information

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires that states make mediation available to parties to resolve any special education dispute.  The IDEA also requires that special education mediators know the laws and regulations governing the provision of special education and related services and receive training in effective mediation skills and techniques needed to resolve disputes.

This 40-hr course is designed to prepare mediators to assist parents and schools in resolving disputes involving students with disabilities. Special Education Mediation Training will provide the initial training needed for mediators to serve on state rosters as IDEA dispute resolution professionals. Mediation training participants should check with their State Education Agency (SEA) to find out more about the specific requirements to serve on their state’s mediation roster.

This highly interactive training takes place on Zoom and includes lecture, discussion groups, case studies, role-play, and demonstrations. No educational or vocational requirements are necessary for taking this course.

Format

Each course is conducted online via Zoom by Dr. Robert Keiter.

Schedule

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM CST over 4 days (split between 2 two-day groups)

Tuition

  • $1375.00 – Regular Tuition
  • $1275.00 – ($100 off) Early registrations received four weeks or more before the course start date.

Who This Course Is For

This training is designed for professionals who want to develop practical mediation skills applicable in special education settings and to help meet IDEA requirements.

  • Professionals interested in mediating special education disputes
  • Mediators
  • Attorneys
  • Retired Educators
  • Licensed Clinical Social Workers
  • Licensed Professional Counselors

What You Will Learn

  • Understanding the dynamics of conflict
  • Mediation and alternative dispute resolution
  • Communication and negotiation strategies
  • Mediation under IDEA and Special Education conflict
  • Mediation ethics and professional conduct
  • How to apply training to a new or existing mediation practice

How This Training Helps Your Career

Participants often use this training to:

  • Create new career opportunities
  • Be ready to help schools and families resolve IDEA disputes through mediation
  • Apply ethics to mediation situations
  • Be more valuable to your firm and your community
  • Improve your resume
  • Gain the needed skills for resolving daily conflicts

Tuition

  • $1375.00 – Regular Tuition
  • $1275.00 – Early Registration for registrations received four weeks or more before the course start date.

Testimonials for Keiter Mediation Training

Course Topics Include

  • Understanding the Dynamics of Conflict
  • Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution
  • Mediation under the IDEA Overview
  • Mediation Theory and the Mediator’s Role
  • Communication Theory and Special Education Conflict
  • Special Education Legal Issues Overview
  • Mediator Skills and Interventions
  • Understanding the Mediation Process
  • Understanding the parties in conflict
  • Skills for de-escalating high conflict
  • The Power of Listening
  • Separating Interests from Positions
  • Dealing with Impasse
  • Writing the Mediation Agreement
  • Ethics and Professional Conduct for Mediators
  • Building the Mediation Practice
  • Incorporating AI Into Your Mediation Practice
  • Professional Development

Next class starts September 11, 2026

Early Bird Discount Available – Register Today