This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to confirm the mediation, gather and analyse information, work with participants and make practical arrangements to allow the mediation to commence.

This unit applies to mediation work in a range of community service contexts. Mediators use specialised knowledge, critical thinking and communication skills. They apply discretion and judgement within established organisation procedures.

The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.

No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.