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Your Tutor: Gregory Hunt (Mediator)

Barry Cryer

Gregory (Gregg) is one of Europe's most experienced dispute resolution professionals. He has worked in ADR since 1995, spending 13 years with The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators and its subsidiary IDRS Limited incorporating The City Disputes Panel; 7 years at The Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution (CEDR) and 2 years with consumer dispute resolution bodies, including ombudsmen. Gregg held Executive Director roles within all organisations and was CEDR’s first Global Group Director of Dispute Resolution.

​In April 2016 Gregg formed Hunt ADR Limited which is registered with the Civil Mediation Council as a mediation provider and a training provider and is the UKs largest arbitration service provider, incorporating Travel Arbitration. Gregg also established fooDResolution in 2018 to provide a vehicle for people engaged in ADR to donate to local food banks. Between 2010 and 2018 Gregg was a Statutory Member of CEDR.

​Gregg has mediated more than 100 times with parties ranging from individuals to private and public companies. His mediations have been in a wide range of sectors with claims ranging from £500 to £30m. He has co-mediated on cases with a value of up to £300m.​ As a professional mediator, Gregg mediates disputes on a regular basis and his experience covers wide-ranging areas of civil and commercial disputes.

Gregg has trained hundreds of people to be mediators both as Head of Faculty for Hunt ADR and also as member of faculty for other organisations. He has trained mediators and delivered mediation and arbitration CPD events in person in the UK, the United States, Hong Kong, Spain and Poland and online participants have come from the UK, France, Canada, Chile and South Africa. Gregg has spoken at many international events and worked on ADR projects in 22 countries. He is a Guest Lecturer at The University of Exeter and The University of Hull.

All About Mediation - £99.00 Discounted from £99.00

This first in our All About series covers everything you need to know about mediation. We cover dispute psychology, negotiation strategies, the different stages of mediation and conflict resolution techniques. Students learn the mediator's role and skills to guide parties toward settling disputes.
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Aims

This course equips students with knowledge and practical skills for facilitating mediations, managing disputes, and navigating complex negotiations.

Requirements

This course is suitable for beginners and experienced individuals in mediation and conflict resolution. No prior knowledge required, but engagement with the material is essential. Course includes module completion verification through multiple-choice examinations.

 

Details

Explore mediation with Hunt ADR. Our course covers all you need to know about mediation, covering essential concepts, negotiation strategies, and the mediation stages. Engaging content, case studies, and quizzes offer a dynamic learning experience for beginners and professionals. Enroll now to build a solid foundation or improve your knowledge of this powerful dispute resolution tool.

Modules you'll take on this course

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Psychology & Negotiation Strategies in Mediation

The module explores SCARF, Principled Negotiation, mediation psychology, and teaches negotiation techniques for complex situations and beneficial outcomes.

Aims

Module teaches mediation psychology, effective negotiation strategies, handling complex situations, and attaining mutually beneficial resolutions.

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Culture in Mediation

This module focuses on the impact of cultural differences in mediation, highlighting the importance of cultural awareness and sensitivity. It equips students with the tools to navigate cross-cultural conflicts and foster constructive dialogue between diverse parties.

Aims

The aims of this module are to help students develop cultural awareness and understanding, enabling them to handle cross-cultural conflicts effectively. Students will learn to adapt their mediation strategies to accommodate diverse perspectives and foster mutual understanding among parties.

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What Causes Disputes in the First Place?

Module identifies conflict root causes, exploring factors like miscommunication, differing interests, unmet expectations, and deepening participants' understanding of conflict dynamics.

Aims

Module aims to provide students with an understanding of dispute causes, enabling them to analyze contributing factors, and improving their ability to address and resolve conflicts effectively.

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Defining Mediation

In this module, students will gain an overview of the mediation process, its core principles, and its benefits as a dispute resolution method. This foundational module sets the stage for understanding mediation's role in resolving conflicts effectively and efficiently.

Aims

This module aims to familiarize students with the fundamental concepts of mediation, providing an understanding of its purpose, structure, and advantages. Students will learn how mediation paves the way for efficient and collaborative conflict resolution.

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Mediation Ground Rules and Preparation

Students learn key guidelines for successful mediation sessions. The module covers establishing ground rules, preparing parties, and creating an environment for effective communication and problem-solving.

Aims

We establish a structured mediation framework, including ground rules, preparing parties, and fostering an atmosphere encouraging open dialogue and collaborative problem-solving.

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Opening the Mediation

This module overviews essential steps and techniques for starting mediation, highlighting the importance of setting a positive tone, rapport building, and clarifying the mediator's role to ensure a structured, conducive environment for conflict resolution.

Aims

This module aims to teach students effective initiation of the mediation process, establishing a constructive atmosphere, and fostering open dialogue among disputing parties.

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Exploration

This module focuses on understanding parties' underlying interests and concerns. It teaches effective communication, empathy, and uncovering core issues for mutually acceptable resolutions.

Aims

This module aims to equip students with skills to delve into parties' underlying needs and motivations, fostering productive communication and empathy. It helps students identify core issues, paving the way for collaborative, mutually beneficial resolutions.

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Bargaining & Closing

This module focuses on negotiation techniques, guiding participants to reach mutually beneficial agreements. Students navigate final mediation stages for successful resolutions.

Aims

This module teaches effective negotiation strategies for reaching mutually beneficial agreements, preparing students to successfully manage final stages of mediation and achieve lasting resolutions.

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Next Steps

The course is complete.

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Contact us for more information on training as a mediator. You can download your certificate now.

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Case Law for Mediation

This module covers key UK case law relevant to mediators and ADR practice, offering insights into courts' perspectives, the consequences of refusing ADR, confidentiality, and the unique benefits of mediation. 

Aims

This module aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of significant UK case law impacting mediation and ADR practice. It intends to equip students with the knowledge to make informed decisions in their approach to dispute resolution.

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