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Training & Professional Development


At Tswelopele ADR, we believe in building a new generation of dispute resolution professionals—ethically grounded, legally sound, and transformation-driven. Our training programs are designed for legal practitioners, aspiring mediators, and sectoral leaders who seek to make a meaningful impact across traditional and emerging domains


Become a Mediation Lawyer / Advocate

The legal landscape has changed—adapt or be left behind. Litigation is no longer the default. Across South Africa and globally, mediation is becoming mandatory, not optional. Courts, clients, and institutions now demand resolution processes that are efficient, ethical, and transformation-aligned. Legal practitioners must evolve—not only to remain relevant, but to lead. This pathway is tailored for attorneys, advocates, and legal graduates who wish to integrate mediation into their professional practice. Participants gain deep insight into the legal foundations of mediation, ethical representation, and strategic advisory in complex disputes.

Why this matters

The shift from adversarial litigation to cooperative mediation is not a trend—it’s a structural transformation. Legal professionals who fail to adapt risk professional obsolescence.

Who should apply

Legal practitioners ready to integrate mediation into their practice and lead in the new legal era.

What you'll gain

Certification of specialization in mediation law, eligibility for panel inclusion, and strategic advisory capacity.

Format

Integrated legal modules within our Mediation and ADR Training programs, with mentorship and practical exposure. Mediation is no longer an alternative—it is the future of legal practice. Position yourself at the forefront of this transformation.

Mediation is no longer an alternative—it is the future of legal practice.

Position yourself at the forefront of this transformation.

Mediation Training
Become a certified professional mediator.

Our mediation training equips participants with the practical skills, ethical grounding, and procedural knowledge required to mediate effectively across diverse contexts.

Training Formats

Attendance

In-Person (Physical Attendance)

Duration

5 consecutive days (40 hours)

Description

Immersive training with live simulations, role-play, and expert facilitation.

Attendance

Virtual (Online)

Duration

4 weeks (2 hours/day)

Description

Flexible online sessions with interactive modules, case studies, and live feedback.

Training Completed and Accreditation Achieved

• Accreditation

Meets national standards for mediator certification.


• Includes

Comprehensive training in ethics, process design, cultural competency, documentation, and regulatory compliance.


• Outcome

Certification as a professional mediator; eligibility for panel onboarding.

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