Facilitate Fair Resolutions

Develop the skills to guide Title IX informal resolution processes with neutrality and professionalism, ensuring voluntary, fair, and compliant agreements between parties.

Master Conflict Resolution

Learn effective strategies for addressing disputes, managing power dynamics, and fostering constructive dialogue to achieve successful informal resolutions.

Ensure Compliance with Title IX 

Understand the procedural requirements, best practices, and ethical considerations for facilitating informal resolutions while maintaining compliance and integrity.

Testimonials

See what others are saying about this Title IX Informal Resolution Facilitator Certificate course!

”
Well designed. I liked the Q&As throughout module. Gave a lot of insight to empathy and connecting with parties.
Diana R.

South Dakota

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This was the perfect overview of both the Title IX process and how to utilize informal resolution. I am walking away with tangible action steps and a much clearer picture of the informal resolution process.
Kate K.

Massachusetts

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I would recommend because: (1) The learning platform was easy to navigate. (2) The variety of voices made it easier to engage with the content. (3) Downloadable PDF of the slides to study and review.
Ko K.

California

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It was designed well and delivered professionally and clearly. I really liked that the presenters were sincere and genuine and not stuffy and dry.
 Davina J. 

Georgia

Course Curriculum

13 Chapters · 52 Lessons

  1. 1

    Course Introduction

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Course Introduction and Instructions

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Pre-Course Assessment

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Meet Our Speakers

  2. 2

    An Introduction to Title IX

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      Lesson and Speaker Introduction

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      History of Title IX

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      Title IX Definitions

    4. (Included in full purchase)

      Participants in the Title IX Process

    5. (Included in full purchase)

      Overview of the Title IX Process

  3. 3

    Overview of the 2020 Title IX Regulations

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      Lesson and Speaker Introduction

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Introduction to the Title IX Regulations

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Sexual Harassment & Recipient Response

    4. (Included in full purchase)

      Title IX Grievance Process for Formal Complaints

  4. 4

    Identifying Informal Resolution Approaches

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      Lesson and Speaker Introduction

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      An Introduction to Informal Resolution

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      The Informal Resolution Facilitator

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      Mediation

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      Restorative Justice

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      Other Processes Available

  5. 5

    Evaluating Cases for Informal Resolution Suitability

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      Lesson and Speaker Introduction

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      Guidelines for Evaluating Suitability

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Notice of Informal Resolution

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      Practice Scenario 1: Ethan & Abby

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      Practice Scenario 2: Logan & Chloe

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      Practice Scenario 3: Jared & Alyx

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      Sample Title IX Notice of Informal Resolution

  6. 6

    Pre-Informal Resolution Meetings

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      Lesson and Speaker Introduction

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      Pre-Informal Resolution Meetings

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Pre-Informal Resolution Meeting Checklist

  7. 7

    Fostering Participant Trust in the Process

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      Lesson and Speaker Introduction

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      Fostering Participant Trust in the Process

  8. 8

    Facilitating Informal Resolution Meetings

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      Lesson and Speaker Introduction

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      Informal Resolution Meeting Logistics

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      Stages of the Informal Resolution Meeting

  9. 9

    Informal Resolution Agreements and Outcomes

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      Lesson and Speaker Introduction

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      Informal Resolution Agreements and Outcomes

  10. 10

    Potential Challenges in Facilitating Informal Resolution Processes

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      Lesson and Speaker Introduction

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      Identifying Biases

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      Setting Clear Terms for the Agreement

    4. (Included in full purchase)

      Working with Challenging Participants

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      Handling Unrealistic Expectations

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      Navigating Simultaneous Legal Processes

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      Monitoring Mental Health

  11. 11

    Understanding Trauma

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      Lesson and Speaker Introduction

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      Introduction to Trauma

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      Recognizing Personal Bias

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      Trauma-Informed Communication

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      Promoting Empowerment

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      Understanding Trauma as an Informal Resolution Facilitator

  12. 12

    Title IX Posting Requirements

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      Instructions for Posting Title IX Solutions Training Materials on Institutional Websites

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Final Combined Certificate Course Materials

  13. 13

    Course Wrap Up

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Thank You!

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Post-Course Assessment

C.J. Larkin

C.J. Larkin has over 30 years of experience as a mediator, facilitator, educator and trainer. She has mediated over 750 cases in the areas of employment, education, family, attorney-client, small business, non-profit and public/civil rights disputes. She has mediated numerous disputes for the Better Business Bureaus in St. Louis and Denver. C.J. was a Professor of the Practice at the University of Denver, Sturm College of Law teaching negotiation, mediation and arbitration classes.

Jim Reeves

Jim Reeves has been a mediator for over 30 years. He provides mediation, facilitation, and conflict management services to individuals, businesses, and not-for-profit organizations. Jim has worked as a facilitator in restorative justice processes including victim-offender dialogues and restorative justice circles. He is a Lecturer in Law at Washington University in St. Louis where he teaches several courses, including Negotiation, Mediation Theory & Practice, and Multi-Party and Public Policy Dispute Resolution.

Kim Kirn

Kim Kirn is a full-time mediator and arbitrator with hundreds of completed cases relating to sexual harassment and employment, education including special education, American with Disabilities Act (ADA), housing, affirmative action and tenure. Kim frequently acts as a fact finder for the Illinois State Universities Civil Service System. Her work with the Civil Service System requires that she act as a mediator to see if resolution is possible before beginning the hearing. Kim has also written numerous legal articles on education, sexual harassment, privacy in the workplace.

9 hours of content

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Checklists and Sample Language

Gain Certification as a Title IX Informal Resolution Facilitator

Are you ready to become a skilled Title IX Informal Resolution Facilitator? This course equips you with the essential techniques to mediate conflicts, foster voluntary agreements, and ensure compliance with Title IX regulations. Take the next step in mastering informal resolution processes and creating fair, effective outcomes today!