Get the skills and support to start or scale your mediation career FAST

Get the skills to start or scale your mediation career FAST

Whether you’re new to mediation, enhancing your skills, or aiming to train others, our globally recognized online certification programs give hands-on practice and proven tactics to succeed.

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Learn at your own pace with 100% online certification courses and no set start dates

Complete any of our nationally recognized mediation certification programs entirely online with no set dates or cohort restrictions.

Globally recognized certification so you can command top rates

Unlike most programs, our globally recognized certification meets the 40-hour requirement and opens doors to high-paying mediation opportunities that ordinary certificates can’t.

Everything you need to succeed at each stage of your mediation career

Become a mediator with no experience & earn 6-figures

Launch your mediation career with no experience and earn up to six figures. Our program provides hands-on practice, client guidance, and the skills to build a thriving practice.

Learn how to train others to become mediators

Master the skills to confidently train and certify new mediators with practical techniques, hands-on exercises, and proven frameworks for success.

Get certified if you’re already a mediator

Launch your mediation career with official recognition. Our NACM recertification validates your training, expertise, and national standards compliance.

Maintain your credentials and get re-certified

Keep your mediator credentials active. Our recertification program helps you meet national standards, maintain your standing, and access top opportunities.

Learn marketing skills to get mediation clients

Without clients, you don’t have a business. This 14-day program shows you how to attract paying clients and fill your calendar.

Join 2,600+ who scaled 6-figure practices and careers

“The interactive and engaging format of the course allowed me to immediately implement what I learned into my practice”

Richard Vincent Baus III

“A good course that covers the basics but also about the business aspect as well. This course makes it approachable to become certified or re-certified from the basic interest to a more professional career-focused approach.”

“It has educated me and opened my eyes to a world of possibilities. Being able to be certified in this profession adds to the credibility that you want to portray when people are deciding to choose you and your service.”

“Having been a practicing attorney for over 39 years, I found this Mediation Training Program from the National Association of Certified Mediators to be an excellent addition to my practice. An addition that will serve my clients well.”

“The course was absolutely amazing! I learned so much in terms of ethics and business mediation to enhance my understanding of the practice. I’m looking onwards.”

“I was seeking a supplemental opportunity to coincide with my legal and real estate auction practice and I found this program perfect for my needs.”

Thomas W. Saturley

“I really appreciated this training course. The 40 hour course contained linear, logical, and thoughtful modules. These modules asked me to understand, craft, and revise assignments connected to the process of mediation. As a result, I definitely feel prepared to mediate a session. Thank you, NACM!”

“I took a mediation course over 25 years ago that is of no match to this course. The practical exercises, testing, books, document preparation will make it so much easier to transition into the mediation field. The continued availability of resources is also a plus! The books were amazing reads further assisting with understanding the requirements for mediation.”

“Amazing course! As someone who has been working in the divorce space for many years, this course has provided me with the knowledge and tools to hone my craft as a mediator for my clients.”

“The interactive and engaging format of the course allowed me to immediately implement what I learned into my practice”

Richard Vincent Baus III

“The course was absolutely amazing! I learned so much in terms of ethics and business mediation to enhance my understanding of the practice. I’m looking onwards.”

“Amazing course! As someone who has been working in the divorce space for many years, this course has provided me with the knowledge and tools to hone my craft as a mediator for my clients.”

Be a part of an exclusive mediator community to help you grow

Get lifetime access to our private alumni group where others share client strategies, troubleshoot challenges, and refer overflow work to each other.

Everything you need to build a confident mediation career

Get listed in our lifetime directory

Get featured in NACM’s exclusive mediator directory for ongoing visibility and client opportunities—even after you complete your programs.

Verified skills and confidence

Hands-on practice, assessments, and coaching ensure you can perform confidently in real-world mediation settings.

Practical career support

Access tools, strategies, and mentorship that help you apply your skills and advance your mediation career.8

Comprehensive certification

Gain nationally recognized credentials covering multiple areas of mediation—no need for multiple courses.

Get started in any stage of your mediation journey in 4 steps

Enroll in one of our courses

Learn from our expert team

Get certified (nationally certified)

Launch, scale, or advance your mediation career

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Shenandoah Titus, Esq.
Reviewer

April 11, 2026

Mediator Trainer Certification ™
I serve as Chief Counsel of Police Oversight USA. In the police oversight community, there are serious and profound conflicts that arise as a daily component of this work. City Hall conflicts. Community advocacy conflicts. Police Department resistance to change, and police union conflicts.

I am deeply grateful to NACM for providing such a thorough certified mediation training, which I found covers virtually everything mediators need to know regardless of their specialty.

Moreover, I am grateful to have had the opportunity to study under the instruction of Tanya Haggins, who is exceptionally competent, highly enthusiastic, and serves as a great role model for Mediators!

Special thank you as well to Imani Rivera for being so responsive and attentive to the needs of NACM members and affiliates. You represent the organization well.
James Rader
Reviewer

April 10, 2026

Mediator Trainer Certification ™
Great program! I am very thankful for the expertise and knowledge I gained. I am excited to start my mediation career, and will take a lot of my learning and experience gained through this program into my first mediations right away!
Malinda Y. Carter
Reviewer

March 31, 2026

Mediator Trainer Certification ™
The course was detailed, very well structured and easy to follow. The instructor was excellent. I am excited about the opportunity to embark on this new journey pursing opportunities to offer mediation services.
James Rader
Reviewer

March 28, 2026

Mediator Trainer Certification ™
I am really thankful for Dr. Haggins and the amazing mediation curriculum she has put together for students. This course has been really helpful building blocks as for me to start my mediation career.
Alesia Grace Thompson
Reviewer

March 26, 2026

Mediator Trainer Certification ™
Obtaining certification through the National Association of Certified Mediators signifies a noteworthy progression. The educational resources are arranged methodically and delivered in a coherent order, effectively accommodating self-guided learners. Whether initiating a career as a mediator or possessing substantial experience, attaining certification sets a benchmark for colleagues, the community, and clients to assess the level of knowledge acquired and the competence demonstrated within the domain of mediation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I get certified?

If you plan to provide mediation services, mediation training services or expertise to clients, then you may need to be certified. Also, some insurance companies that provide liability insurance require you to be certified. If your certification lapses, your insurance may lapse as well. But, what if I don’t ever plan to provide services to clients? Then, it’s not necessary to receive certification. However, being a certified mediator and/or certified mediator trainer provides you with a comprehensive training background which you will need in everyday problem solving.

What steps do I need to take to get certified or recertified?

To certify, just follow these steps:

Pay for the required certification by clicking here.

Within 24 hours of enrollment, you will receive a login and password to access the certification prep manual and certification examination.

You will have 30 days from the date that you have paid to take the certification examination. The exam is automatically graded and the results are returned to you immediately. A certification card and certificate will be mailed to you within two weeks of successfully passing this test.

What is required for recertification?

The recertification process is the same every two years. You simply pay for and download the Mediation Prep Manual and take the examination in the member portal.

Is NACM recognized by all mediation programs and employers?

Many mediation employers have NACM on their accepted list. However, it’s always good to call them first and check before you certify with anyone. Some employers may have a preference list or accept only one organization. It is becoming rare, however, for this to be the case. In our history, none of our members have failed to obtain acceptance on any list.

Is the mediator certification valid for Family, Divorce, or Business mediation?

All of them. Our certification is designed to provide the basic knowledge that we feel a Mediator should have. Many mediators are asked very technical questions about mediation and it processes in any of these areas. In essence, a Certified Mediator, by our definition, should be able to handle all three of the above areas. A professional certified mediator should be knowledgeable in all three areas of mediation with a general understanding of motivational psychology.

Are CEUs required for recertification?

We don’t require CEU’s for recertification. You pay the same amount to re-certify. You’d pay more on the CEU plan, however, we also don’t feel that a single course every two years satisfies the educational growth requirements. The learning process should be self motivated and continuous. Educational sources are numerous, books, trade magazines, the internet, ESPN, Discovery, The Learning Channel, and formal University courses or classes.

How long will it take to get my certification card?

It depends on where you live. Most North America locations take anywhere from 3 days to 5 days to arrive. We ship your card within 2 weeks of full payment and passing of your exam & assignments. If you are overseas, most locations require an additional week to 10 days. If you are in a country with known mail delivery problems, it can take longer. Contact us by email at support@mediatorcertification.org for special instructions if that is the case. The most frequent reason for delay is missing apartment number.

What can I do with this certification?

NACM’s Mediator certification is a combined certification that provides the academic qualifications needed to provide mediation services. The Train-the-Trainer Course will allow you to teach mediation skills to other individuals.