Mediator Training Academy

What Mediator Training Academy does

Mediator Training Academy (MTA) is an Australian private vocational education organisation that delivers nationally accredited mediation and family dispute resolution qualifications. It is owned by the Australian Mediation Association (AMA) and operates as the educational arm of that 2,700–3,000 member professional body. MTA's core function is to qualify individuals as Nationally Accredited Mediators (AMDRAS pathway) and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners (FDRPs) under the Family Law (FDRP) Regulations 2025 — a regulated credential that enables holders to issue Section 60I certificates required by the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia. The Academy serves legal professionals (barristers, solicitors, notaries), career changers, bachelor-qualified professionals seeking an accelerated 6-unit pathway, and corporate/government organisations requiring in-house conflict resolution training.

The Academy's product portfolio centres on the CHC81115 Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution (10 units, $12,400 corporate / $13,820 individual, 8–12 month completion), the Online Mediation Training Course ($4,000–$4,660, 5 weeks), the Practicum Certificate for Advanced Mediators ($2,200, capped at 12 participants), a 30-hour Online Clinical Placement Clinic ($3,750, capped at 9 participants), seven annual Professional Development Webinars ($65 each), and bespoke in-house corporate workshops. Delivery is primarily online through the Canvas LMS hosted under the AMA domain (amaasn.instructure.com), with live instructor sessions, role-play simulations, and clinical supervision. The Graduate Diploma is delivered in partnership with the College of Education Services (RTO provider code 22487). Capacity is structurally capped at 9–21 participants per cohort, making the model instructor-intensive rather than platform-scaled.

Revenue mechanics are predominantly transactional — one-time course fees with weekly payment plans, plus modest recurring revenue from webinar subscriptions. Marketing relies on AMA endorsement, listing on MySkills.gov.au, organic Google search, and professional development content. Growth is tied to a regulatorily constrained supply pool: with only ~1,800 FDRPs nationally and reported 15-month waiting lists for FDR mediators, MTA's addressable demand is supported by structural shortage rather than market expansion. There is no evidence of external fundraising, M&A activity, or public reporting; the company operates as a privately held, AMA-controlled training entity.

Name

Mediator Training Academy

Legal name

Mediator Training Academy

Website

https://mediator.academy

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Mediator Training Academy is an Australian, AMA-owned vocational education provider delivering nationally accredited mediation and family dispute resolution qualifications (Graduate Diploma, online courses, advanced practicum) to legal professionals, career changers, and corporate clients, with capped cohort sizes and Canvas LMS-based online delivery.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Brisbane

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Training Course Fees: Primary revenue stream from nationally accredited mediation training courses and FDRP qualifications. Courses are priced as one-time fees with options for weekly payment plans or corporate discounts. Revenue is recognized upon course enrollment and delivery.
2. Assessment Fees: Additional fees for AMDRAS accreditation assessments conducted after course completion, including $660 for online role play assessment.
3. Professional Development Webinars: Continuing professional development events for mediators seeking to maintain accreditation requirements, priced at $65 per session.
4. Clinical Placement Services: 30-hour online practical supervision clinic for FDRP work placement requirements, priced at $3,750 plus GST.
5. In-House Corporate Training: Customized conflict resolution and mediation workshops conducted on-site for organizations, tailored to specific business requirements.

Pricing tiers

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Core offering

Mediator Training Academy is an Australian private education provider that delivers nationally accredited mediation and Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) training courses, including the CHC81115 Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution, an Online Mediation Training Course aligned with AMDRAS, a Practicum Certificate for Advanced Mediators, professional development webinars, in-house corporate workshops, and a 30-Hour Online Clinical Supervision Clinic. Its qualifications enable graduates to become Nationally Accredited Mediators and/or Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners (FDRPs) authorised to issue Section 60I certificates for the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia.

Product overview

Mediator Training Academy offers a portfolio of nationally accredited mediation and family dispute resolution training products. The core offerings include the Online Mediation Training Course for AMDRAS accreditation, the CHC81115 Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution for FDRP qualification, and the Practicum Certificate Course for advanced mediators. Supporting offerings include Professional Development Webinars for ongoing CPD requirements, In-House Corporate Workshops for organisational training, and an Online Clinical Supervision Clinic. Products are delivered primarily online with some in-house workshop options, and are endorsed by the Australian Mediation Association and aligned with Australian regulatory standards.

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Products and services

• Online Mediation Training Course, 2026 A nationally-recognised online mediation training course aligned with Australian Mediator and Dispute Resolution Accreditation Standards (AMDRAS). Spans 5 weeks combining self-paced learning, live instructor sessions, role-play scenarios, and assessments, leading to a Certificate of Training and optional Certificate of Assessment for AMDRAS accreditation. Priced at $4,000 (without accreditation) or $4,660 (with accreditation). For individuals seeking Nationally Accredited Mediator status.
• (CHC81115) Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution Nationally accredited 10-unit graduate diploma qualifying graduates to become accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners (FDRPs) for the Attorney-General's Department. Enables FDRPs to issue Section 60I certificates required by the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia. All-online delivery with 50 hours of supervised practical work. Corporate pricing: $12,400; individual weekly payment plan: $13,820 total. Average completion 8–12 months.
• Practicum Certificate (PC) Course for Advanced Mediators Advanced mediator training workshop required for appointment as an Advanced Mediator under AMDRAS. Limited to 12 participants and delivered over 4 weeks (3 hours/week) with case study presentations, exercises, and role plays. Priced at $2,200 (including GST). For experienced mediators seeking advanced accreditation status.
• Professional Development Webinars 2026 Series of 7 interactive professional development webinars meeting AMDRAS and FDRP accreditation requirements. Topics include case management, high conflict mediation, relationship mediation, negotiation theory, complaints handling, and AMDRAS refresher. Individual webinars priced at $65 per session (including GST). For mediators and FDRPs maintaining accreditation.
• In-House Conflict Resolution and Mediation Workshops Customised on-site mediation workshops for managers and employees across industries. Programs range from half-day sessions to multi-day courses covering contract negotiation, workplace disputes, and conflict management. Uses organisation-specific examples and is configured to client budget and requirements. For corporate and government organisations seeking internal conflict resolution capability.
• 30-Hour Online Clinical Supervision Clinic Online placement clinic satisfying 30 of the 50 required work placement hours for the CHC81115 Graduate Diploma. Runs 5 weeks with master classes, mediation sessions, and coaching. Limited to 9 participants per clinic. Priced at $3,750 (excluding GST), with a $1,500 deposit upon enrollment and balance due 30 days prior to commencement. Delivered in partnership with the College of Education Services (ICES).

Quantifiable outcome

• Waiting lists to see a FDR mediator could be as long as 15 months
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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.

• Australian Mediation Association (AMA)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerMediator Training Academy is associated with and endorsed by the Australian Mediation Association, which has a membership of 2,700+ professionals throughout Australia. MTA is owned by AMA, providing industry credibility, graduate support, FDRP application assistance, insurance and compliance mechanisms for graduates. AMA provides collaborative and interactive training experience.
• College of Education Services (ICES)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDelivers the CHC81115 Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution in partnership with the RTO, College of Education Services (provider code: 22487). ICES provides the 30-hour online placement clinic and recommends/refer additional providers for supervised practical work programs. Also known as International College of Environmental Sustainability.
• AMDRAS (Australian Mediator and Dispute Resolution Accreditation Standards)coreOthersMTA is an AMDRAS Recognised Training Provider (RTP) and Recognised Accreditation Provider (RAP). Courses align with Australian Mediator and Dispute Resolution Accreditation Standards. Assessment for National Accreditation conducted via AMDRAS assessors.
• Federal Circuit and Family Court of AustraliacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMTA qualifications enable graduates to issue Section 60I certificates required by the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia. FDR attendance is compulsory prior to Family Court proceedings under Family Law Act 1975 provisions.
• Attorney-General's DepartmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSuccessfully completing MTA's Graduate Diploma allows graduates to become accredited by the Attorney-General's Department to become Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners. AMA assists graduates with submitting FDRP applications to the Attorney General's Office.

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Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• International Mediation Institute (IMI): Global certification body for mediators that issues international mediator credentials. Comparable in its standards-setting role and offers an alternative international pathway that could compete with MTA domestically for globally minded practitioners.

Broad incumbents

• UTS (University of Technology Sydney) Dispute Resolution Centre: UTS runs accredited dispute resolution courses and research programs. Overlaps with MTA in training family dispute resolution practitioners and mediators, with stronger university brand and research positioning.
• Bond University Dispute Resolution Centre: Bond University offers nationally recognised mediation training and FDRP pathways through its dispute resolution centre. Provides university-delivered alternative to MTA's online model.
• RMIT Online (Dispute Resolution programs): RMIT offers postgraduate dispute resolution qualifications online. As a large university incumbent, it competes for the same career-changer and bachelor-qualified professional segment that MTA's Graduate Diploma targets, with broader institutional credibility.
• Australian Catholic University (ACU) Mediation Programs: ACU delivers mediation and conflict resolution programs as part of its arts and social work offerings, partially overlapping with MTA's career-changer and family law professional audience.

Others

• ADR Register: Australian ADR practitioner directory and registration service. Adjacent to MTA because accredited mediators and FDRPs trained by MTA populate this register, and the register influences where prospective clients find graduates.

Direct peers

• LEADR (Australasian Dispute Resolution Centre): Long-standing Australian ADR training and accreditation provider delivering mediator certification, FDRP pathways, and CPD. Competes head-to-head with MTA for individual mediator and family dispute resolution training enrolments in Australia.
• College of Education Services (ICES): Registered Training Organisation (provider code 22487) that delivers the CHC81115 Graduate Diploma in partnership with MTA. Operates as both partner and adjacent provider of vocational education and could compete or expand independently in dispute resolution training.
• College of Law (Australia): Major Australian legal and dispute resolution education provider offering FDR-related courses and continuing professional development. Directly competes for legal professionals seeking mediation and FDR credentials, often with stronger institutional brand.
• Resolution Institute: Australia and New Zealand's leading membership body for alternative dispute resolution practitioners, offering mediator accreditation, training, and CPD. Directly comparable to MTA in serving the same Australian mediator and FDRP market with overlapping accreditation standards.

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