How to become a mediator in Vermont
Who certifies or lists mediators in Vermont?
No statewide certification for civil mediators: under V.R.C.P. 16.3 the parties name any individual (not necessarily an attorney) or the court appoints one. The Family Mediation Program keeps its own contracted roster with training, experience and insurance requirements.
This is general information, not legal advice. It covers Vermont only. Rules change, so check the official source before you enroll in a course.
What training and continuing education does Vermont require?
These are the court mediator credentials and rosters we could confirm from Vermont’s official sources. Where a detail isn’t confirmed, we say so instead of guessing.
| Credential or roster | Initial training | Continuing education |
|---|---|---|
| Superior Court Family Mediation Program contracted roster Vermont Judiciary, Family Mediation Program (program manager) | 144 total: 28 basic (6+ h role play) plus 40 divorce mediation (12+ h hands-on) plus 16 advanced divorce skills (4+ h role play) plus 24 psychology of divorcing families plus 36 substantive | No statewide requirement found |
Other requirements
- Superior Court Family Mediation Program contracted roster: 100 hours family mediation experience (50 as solo/primary in divorce/post-divorce/parentage; 3 cases with program case supervisor; 7+ h consultation with up to 3 consultants who observe 90+ min); $250,000 liability insurance; interview; background check; contract with Judiciary
Do I need a state credential to mediate in Vermont?
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 Vermont or your profession has any rule that applies. See do I need a mediator certified in my state?
Official sources
- Vermont Judiciary, Civil Mediation (V.R.C.P. 16.3)
- Family Mediation Program, information for prospective mediators
- Family Mediation Program
Checked Oct 8, 2026. Found an error or a newer rule? Email hello@mediationlist.com.
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