How to become a mediator in Connecticut

Who certifies or lists mediators in Connecticut?

No statewide private-mediator certification or roster: the Judicial Branch states it does not maintain rosters of, or endorse, private ADR providers, and parties choose their own. Court ADR is conducted by judicial officials (J-ADR) and Judicial Branch family services staff.

This is general information, not legal advice. It covers Connecticut only. Rules change, so check the official source before you enroll in a course.

What training and continuing education does Connecticut require?

We found no statewide mediator license or certification in Connecticut’s official sources. Courts or programs that use mediators may set their own rules, so ask the court or program where you want to work. Here is what the official sources say:

Other requirements

• No statewide credential: Court ADR done by judges/judicial officials and Family Services staff; Probate Court mediators are current/retired probate judges

Do I need a state credential to mediate in Connecticut?

State credentials and court rosters mainly matter for court-ordered or court-connected cases, where a court may require a mediator from its own list. If you plan to mediate cases that people bring to you privately, check whether Connecticut or your profession has any rule that applies. See do I need a mediator certified in my state?

Official sources

1. Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Programs – CT Judicial Branch
2. Judges, Senior Judges and Judge Trial Referees available for J-ADR (PDF)
3. Family Services local offices (CSSD)
4. ctprobate.gov

Checked Oct 8, 2026. Found an error or a newer rule? Email hello@mediationlist.com.

See the 28 mediators on Connecticut’s official rosters →