Rule 1940.4.A - Minimum Qualifications of the Mediator(a) A mediator must meet the following minimum requirements: (1) hold a postgraduate level degree in law, or a mental health field such as psychiatry, psychology, counseling, or family therapy;(2) have successfully completed a 40-hour basic mediation training in family law, approved by the Association for Conflict Resolution ("ACR"), or its successors, the Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, or substantial equivalent;(3) provide annual, written proof that the mediator maintains a current policy of Professional Liability Insurance which includes mediation as covered practice area;(4) complete twenty (20) hours of additional mediation training every two (2) years, effective January 1, 2002. For the purposes of this rule, additional training shall include advanced mediation training, ongoing supervision by or consultation with an Advanced Practitioner level member of ACR or substantial equivalent, or by a professional mediation trainer.(b) Mediators seeking inclusion on the Court's list of custody mediators shall submit an application, including proof of the following: (1) successful completion of an approved 40-hour mediation program; and(2) Professional Liability Insurance(c) Mediators shall be required to renew their registration every two (2) years and submit proof of their twenty (20) hours of additional mediation training.(d) The Court, upon its own motion, shall have the authority to decertify any Chester County custody mediator who has not complied with any provision of these Rules.Chest. Cnty. Ct. Comm. Plea. R. 1940.4.A
Amended effective 6/13/2022.