Wenatchee Valley Dispute Center to offer professional mediation training in 2025

WENATCHEE - The Wenatchee Valley Dispute Resolution Center (WVDRC) will host two comprehensive mediation training sessions in 2025 to develop conflict resolution and communication skills for professionals and community members.

The training program, scheduled for March and June, prepares participants for roles in professional mediation while providing valuable skills applicable to various fields, including human resources, legal services, counseling, and education.

The March session will be conducted over three weeks, with sessions scheduled for March 4-6 and March 11-13 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, concluding with full-day sessions on March 18 and 20 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The June session will run as an intensive five-day program from June 23-27, with daily sessions from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

The program has been approved for educator Clock Hours and offers group discounts for organizations sending three or more participants. Additional financial assistance is available for nonprofit staff, volunteers, and individuals living below 300% of the Federal Poverty Level.

Successful completion of the training program qualifies participants to become certified volunteer mediators with the WVDRC. The skills taught apply to managing conflict in various professional and personal settings.

Interested parties can access registration information through the WVDRC website at www.wvdrc.org/events or by contacting the center at info@wvdrc.org or (509) 888-0957. The training will be held at the center's Wenatchee location, serving Chelan and Douglas Counties.