Introduction to Conflict/Dispute Resolution and Mediation
Academic Noncredit

Our Introduction to Conflict/Dispute Resolution and Mediation Certificate Program is tailored for professionals, students, and community leaders who want to build expertise in resolving disputes and fostering productive dialogue in practical, real-world settings. This program integrates mediation theory, practical skill-building, and hands-on training to equip participants for careers in mediation or to enhance their conflict management abilities within their current roles.

Questions? Call Academic Programs at 801-585-9963 or use our online form.

Class Sections For Introduction to Conflict/Dispute Resolution and Mediation (COMMC 505)

Summer 2026 Section 1, Starting on: 05/11/2026

THIS CLASS IS HYBRID (BOTH IN-PERSON AND SYNCHRONOUS ONLINE MEETINGS), AND IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR FACULTY/STAFF TUITION REDUCTION OR EMERITUS BENEFITS. Class is subject to cancel if less than 6 students enroll. Class meeting format schedule will be discussed in class. This course has been qualified by the Utah Court and meets the educational requirement to be listed as a mediator on the Utah Court Roster of Mediators (basic roster). For more information, please contact Tasha Seegert at n.seegert@utah.edu or visit https://continue.utah.edu/proed/academy/certificate/conflict-dispute-mediation-resolution

Date(s) Day Time Location
05/11/26 - 06/17/26 TTh 6:00 pm -9:30 pm SANDY 107
Tuition: $1,600.00      

Instructor: MICHAEL THORNOCK

Fall 2026 Section 2, Starting on: 08/24/2026

THIS CLASS IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR FACULTY/STAFF TUITION REDUCTION OR EMERITUS BENEFITS. The course will meet both in-person and synchronously online via Zoom (meeting schedule will be discussed on the first day of class). The first class will be in-person at our Sandy site. This course has been qualified by the Utah Court and meets the educational requirement to be listed as a mediator on the Utah Court Roster of Mediators (basic roster). For more information, visit https://continue.utah.edu/proed/academy/certificate/conflict-dispute-mediation-resolution

Date(s) Day Time Location
08/24/26 - 12/10/26 M 6:00 pm -9:00 pm SANDY SITE
Tuition: $1,600.00      

Instructor: MICHAEL THORNOCK

Questions? Call Academic Programs at 801-585-9963 or use our online form.