Mediation Standards
ADRP-SA is currently working towards accreditation with the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) as a recognized Professional Body. This accreditation will enable ADRP-SA to develop and implement professional designations for specific areas of mediation practice, ensuring quality and consistency in the field.
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As part of this process the ADRP-SA is developing all the standards and policies required by SAQA. These include:
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Qualification standards
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Membership classes and requirements
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Professional designations
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Continued professional Development requirements
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Recognition of Prior Learning standards
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Code of Conduct and Practice supervision rules
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Service Provider standards
Current Mediation Standards
The mediation standards set by DiSAC and NAMFAM remain the effective mediation standards for South Africa. For details see below:
Commercial Mediation
DiSAC has set standards for commercial mediation. These standards include mediator accreditation standards, training standards and service provider standards. DiSAC has also published a Code of Conduct for mediators, and implemented a practice supervision system for affiliated mediators.
Family & Divorce Mediation
NABFAM has set standards for Family and Divorec mediation. These standards include mediator accreditation standards, training standards and service provider standards. NABFAM has also published a Code of Conduct for mediators, and implemented a practice supervision system for affiliated mediators.