Family Mediation Certification Programme
The Family Mediation Certification Programme (FMCP) is open to all Singapore Mediation Centre (SMC) Accredited Mediators. FMCP is a joint effort between SMC and the Family Justice Courts. This five-day intensive certification programme will take place from 13 to 16 October 2025*, with an assessment on 14 November 2025. This programme is designed to enhance a mediator’s skills in managing family disputes. Participants will acquire practical knowledge on handling family mediation cases, which includes how to manage issues such as custody of children, matrimonial asset division, the psychology of family dynamics and family violence.
To be accredited as an SMC Certified Family Mediator, participant must pass the Family Mediation Certification Assessment. The Participant will not, however, be placed on SMC’s Family Panel* nor assigned cases by SMC**.
Note:
*In the event that the programme is unable to proceed on the published dates, it shall be rescheduled to a later date and advance notice will be provided.
Those who passed the Family Mediation Certification Assessment and wish to be empaneled on the SMC’s Family Panel must sign up and meet the following requirement to be empaneled on the SMC’s Panel of Mediators:
- obtain a distinction in SMC’s Mediation Skills Assessment (MSA) and;
- successfully complete the interview stage.
**Those already on SMC’s Panel of Mediators will automatically be empaneled on the SMC’s Family Panel upon passing the Family Mediation Certification Assessment. The SMC does not guarantee the assignment of cases.
- 4-day intensive certification programme, from 13 to 16 October 2025, with an assessment on 14 November 2025.
- In-person training
| Course Name: | Module 1: Family Law | Module 2: Family Mediation | Family Mediation Assessment |
| Date: | 13 Oct 2025 | 14 to 16 Oct 2025 | 14 Nov 2025 |
| Time: | 9:00 am to 5:45 pm | 9:00 am to 5:30 pm | 9:00 am to 5:45 pm |
| Course Fees (incl. GST): |
$326.49* (Early bird)
$380.99 (Regular) |
$1825.75* (Early bird)
$1934.75 (Regular) |
$959.20* (Early bird)
$1013.70 (Regular) |
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Note: Prices published are inclusive of 9% GST.
*Early bird prices are valid from now until six weeks before the course starts.
Registration
Registration is open. Click HERE to register.
IMPORTANT:
All participants must read and understand the application timeline and policies before registering for any of SMC’s public run courses.
Click here for details.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD):
An applicant may claim the following CPD points, where relevant:
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1. Singapore Institute of Legal Education
The Singapore Institute of Legal Education (SILE) has accredited this training programme as follows:
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Applicants who require CPD points should state their Admission as Advocate and Solicitor Number (AAS No) on the registration form. For more information on the SILE’s CPD Scheme, please click here.
Contact
For more information, please contact:
Training Department
Email: [email protected]
Eligibility criteria
Interested applicants must be SMC Accredited Mediator.
To be accredited as an SMC Certified Family Mediator, you must obtain a pass in the Family Mediation Certification Assessment. You will not, however, be placed on SMC’s Family Panel* nor be assigned cases by SMC**.
*Those who passed the Family Mediation Certification Assessment and wish to be on SMC’s Family Panel will need to sign up and clear the requirement to be on SMC’s Panel of Mediators as follows i. obtain a distinction in SMC’s Mediation Skills Assessment (MSA) and ii. clear the interview stage.
**Those already on SMC’s Panel of Mediators will automatically be empanelled on SMC’s Family Panel upon passing the Family Mediation Certification Assessment. SMC does not guarantee assignment of cases.
Exemptions
1. The following applicants are exempted from Module 1 Family Law
- Family lawyers.
- Non-family lawyers.
Note: It is highly recommended that lawyers who do not practise family law to sign-up for Module 1 Family Law.
