Becoming a QLS Accredited Mediator
The Queensland Law Society accredits mediators under the National Mediator Accreditation System (NMAS). NMAS requires mediators to comply with the following standards:
The Practice Standards — govern the relationship of the mediator with the mediation parties and specify practice and competency requirements for mediators and inform parties of what they can expect of the mediation process.
The Approval Standards — apply to any mediator who seeks to be accredited under the National Mediator Accreditation system. They define the minimum qualifications and training requirements for mediators and assist parties to understand what qualifications and competencies to expect of mediators.
Requirements for our Mediators encompass personal qualities such as appropriate life, social and work experience to conduct the process independently and professionally. Accreditation furthermore requires that our mediators comply with professional practice and ethical standards, have appropriate insurance cover, and have obtained competence through specialised education, training and experience.
If you wish to apply to become a QLS Accredited Mediator please complete the application form. For more information on accreditation, please contact the Records Department at records@qls.com.au or 1300 367 757.
Once accredited, mediators are placed on the QLS Directory
