Alternative dispute resolution mechanisms have never been of greater importance than they are at present. In particular, mediation and access to qualified mediators are becoming a key feature of the Irish legal system. This is in part thanks to the coming into force of the Mediation Act, 2017.
King’s Inns launched this exciting new course in mediation, which is accredited by The Honorable Society of King's Inns and the Mediators’ Institute of Ireland (the MII).
This course will equip participants with the practical skills required to act as a mediator in a range of circumstances.
The course objectives are to enable participants to:
This course is suitable for both lawyers and non–lawyers. Whether you would like to be equipped to mediate a formal legal dispute, or a dispute between work colleagues, members or volunteers of a club, society or other body, this course will provide you with the skills and knowledge necessary to mediate.
Having a diverse group of professionals studying this course together allows participants to learn from each other, especially during tutorials and Q&A sessions.
Application Deadline: Midnight (Irish time) on Thursday, 18 September 2025.
| College | King's Inns |
| Course ID | 178695 |
| Course Location | Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 1 |
| Course Type | Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online |
| Course Qualification | Professional Qualification |
| Awarding Body | The Honorable Society of King's Inns |
| Awarding Body Details | Advanced Diploma in Mediation |
| Course Start Date | 3rd October 2025 |
| Course End Date | 30th January 2026 |
| Course Duration | Six in-person teaching days plus two assessment days |
| Course Time | The most effective delivery methods will be used – with an emphasis on in-person workshops led by subject matter experts in mediation. This will be supported by a combination of online learning, self–study, and in-person small group training and feedback. Live teaching will take place over six in–person teaching days, followed by two assessment days, on which in–person attendance will also be required for all students. Participants will be required to assist with one another’s assessments as well as attending their own. Participants are advised to allocate 20 hours of self–study before in–person training commences to read course materials. |
| Course Fee | 4,950.00 |
| Entry Requirements | King's Inns have a selection criterion in place, and applicants are required to submit documentation to support their application. |
| Career Path | This course attracts both lawyers and non–lawyers. Whether you would like to be equipped to mediate a formal legal dispute, or a dispute between work colleagues, members or volunteers of a club, society or other body, this course will provide you with the skills and knowledge necessary to mediate. |
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