Applied Alternative Dispute Resolution
College of Health and Human Sciences
Description
This microcredential presents conflict resolution skills, models, and procedures in a practice-based approach. You will acquire 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. This learning experience requires approximately 45 hours and emphasizes both technical approaches and transferable skills that support effective conflict management across professional settings.
To successfully complete the microcredential and earn a digital badge, you must earn an overall score of 80% or higher on course assignments.
Level
Intermediate
Who Is Eligible
Anyone
Credit or Noncredit
Noncredit
Skills Obtained
- Communication
- Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Collaboration
- Negotiation
- Conflict Resolution
- Mediation
- Facilitation
- Conflict Management
- Employee Relations
Instruction Method
Online
Time To Complete
Months

Instructor: Terrie McCants
Clinical Associate Professor – School of Human Sciences
More information:
microcred@k-state.edu