OAR 438-019-0010
Mediator Qualifications

(1)

A mediator shall have completed at least 30 hours of basic mediation training and hold a certificate demonstrating such training.

(2)

Such training described in section (1) of this rule shall address the following areas:

(a)

Active listening, empathy and validation;

(b)

Sensitivity to and awareness of cross-cultural issues;

(c)

Maintaining neutrality;

(d)

Identifying and reframing interests and issues;

(e)

Establishing trust and respect;

(f)

Using techniques to achieve agreement and settlement, including creating a climate conducive to resolution, identifying options, working toward agreement, and reaching consensus;

(g)

Shaping and writing agreements; and

(h)

Ethical standards for mediator conduct adopted by state and national organizations.

Source: Rule 438-019-0010 — Mediator Qualifications, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=438-019-0010 (accessed May 26, 2025).

May 26, 2025

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