How to become a mediator in Tennessee
Who certifies or lists mediators in Tennessee?
The Tennessee Alternative Dispute Resolution Commission (ADRC) lists Rule 31 Mediators; serving as one requires an ADRC listing, and the ADRC approves training curricula (Tenn. Sup. Ct. R. 31, § 14).
This is general information, not legal advice. It covers Tennessee only. Rules change, so check the official source before you enroll in a course.
What training and continuing education does Tennessee require?
These are the court mediator credentials and rosters we could confirm from Tennessee’s official sources. Where a detail isn’t confirmed, we say so instead of guessing.
| Credential or roster | Initial training | Continuing education |
|---|---|---|
| Rule 31 listed general civil mediator Tennessee Alternative Dispute Resolution Commission (ADRC) (Tenn. Sup. Ct. R. 31, Section 14) | 40 hours general mediation training with ADRC-specified curriculum, ADRC-approved, completed within the 6 years before applying (R. 31 § 14(a)(1)(ii)) | Not confirmed from the official source |
| Rule 31 listed family mediator Tennessee Alternative Dispute Resolution Commission (ADRC) (Tenn. Sup. Ct. R. 31, Section 14) | 40 hours family mediation training (including 4 hours on screening for and dealing with domestic violence) plus 6 hours Tennessee family law and court procedure (R. 31 § 14(b)(1)(ii)-(iii)); cross-over: 24 hours civil-to-family, 16 hours family-to-civil (§ 14(e)) | Not confirmed from the official source |
Do I need a state credential to mediate in Tennessee?
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 Tennessee or your profession has any rule that applies. See do I need a mediator certified in my state?
Official sources
- Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 31 – Alternative Dispute Resolution (Mediation)
- Tennessee Administrative Office of the Courts – Find a Mediator (Rule 31 listed mediators)
Checked Oct 8, 2026. Found an error or a newer rule? Email hello@mediationlist.com.
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