Family Mediation: Competencies for Social Work Training

Abstract

This article discusses the fundamental principles of family mediation training and social competencies, focussing on the needs and requirements of mediation training. The results of the research, which was conducted with the assistance of professional mediators and students, are presented with a view to analysing the incorporation of mediation training within the competencies and requirements of the European Higher Education Area. The competencies defined by the statistical analysis can serve as a useful tool for the development of new syllabuses and for professionals who work in the area of conflict management.