Collaborative Practice Training- 2 Day Course

This program is delivered by TEN The Education Network partner - The College of Law. 

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Enhance your career and skills using the Interdisciplinary Collaborative Practice (ICP) model as either a lawyer, coach or expert consultant.  

ICP is a proven method of alternative dispute resolution that emphasises a team-based holistic approach to managing family breakdown and resolving disputes in the context of family law and other areas like Wills and Estates. The model elevates principled negotiation through a structured collaborative process as an alternative to adversarial bargaining through the prism of actual or potential litigation.    

This two-day introductory short course meets the minimum training requirement to be eligible for membership at the Australian Association of Collaborative Professionals.

Put your skills into practice.

An optional third day on 5 December 2024 is strongly recommended for those new to collaborative practice. Click here to register for the full three-day course, at a reduced rate.  

 Introductory training – 2 Day Course

• Day 1 - Wednesday, 27 November 2024, 9.00am to 5.00pm
• Day 2 - Thursday, 28 November 2024, 9.00am to 5.00pm

By participating in this course, you will:

• Gain an understanding of the ICP approach, the key roles, the participation agreement and ground rules
• Learn how to screen for whether ICP is appropriate in the circumstances of a dispute
• Understand how to facilitate interest-based, principled negotiations at 5-way and 3-way meetings and manage team dynamics
• Analyse scenarios and practice applying the ICP model and skills via practical exercises
• Practice methods for overcoming impasses
• Understand how to approach issues of confidentiality and professional ethics
• Meet the eligibility training requirements to apply for membership to the Australian Association of Collaborative Professionals
• Receive a Digital Certificate of Completion.

Feedback from past attendees: 

• “Fantastic presenters, great rhythm, good balance practice/theory leading to comprehensive training and presentation of key aspects of collaborative practice. Can’t see anything you could have done better.”
• “Fabulous presenters, they were very knowledgeable and engaging. Team work was very good. I would highly recommend this course.”
• “Presenters were willing and able to share their personal experiences, processes and precedents which was so helpful.” 
• “Engaging presenters – created a great learning atmosphere”

 Our expert facilitators include leading Collaborative Practitioners:

• David Roberts, Mediator, FDRP, Counsellor and Collaborative Practitioner Coach
• Jackie Jones, Collaborative Family Law Practitioner and Accredited Family Law Specialist