Course: Applied Alternative Dispute Resolution
This course presents conflict resolution skills, models, and procedures in a practice-based approach. Students build expertise in mediation, negotiation, and facilitation while also strengthening durable skills such as communication, problem-solving,and ethical decision-making. Completion of the course meets Kansas Office of Dispute Resolutions training requirements for core mediation approval under the Dispute Resolution Act, K.S.A. 5-509 and Rule 911. The learning experience requires approximately 45 hours and emphasizes both technical approaches and transferable skills that support effective conflict management across professional settings. Successful completion of course assignments with an overall score of 80% or higher qualifies learners to earn the microcredential and a verified digital badge.
Noncredit students are expected to complete the course requirements for the graduate-level program courses. Graduate level courses involve advanced material and higher expectations for course achievements/performance. It is expected that all students enrolled in the graduate-level program courses, including noncredit students, will meet the expectations set forth in the course requirements. Additional information and discussion about the expectations for your participation in the course as a noncredit student will be provided by the individual course instructor. Learning content requires approximately 45 hours to complete. To successfully complete the microcredential and earn a digital badge, you must complete course assignments and receive an overall score of 80%.