As the world continues to rely more heavily on technology to interact, there is an increasing desire for companies to find employees with the skills to not only speak face-to-face, but also to resolve disputes face-to-face. To help people gain the necessary skills in mediation as well as conflict resolution, Minnesota State University, Mankato is hosting a four-day, thirty hour course that will teach participants how to handle problems effectively and confidently. All classes are taught by skilled mediation instructors, Helen B. Preddy and Janeen L. Massaros. Combined, the two have nearly forty years of mediator experience in various professional settings. Their expertise will aid participants as they learn how to identify conflict, detect underlying sources, and perceive how to approach a matter so that both sides come to a mutually acceptable agreement. This course also meets the requirements for the Minnesota Qualified Neutral Roster as set down by the Minnesota Supreme Court, and will allow you to establish yourself as a professional mediator. If you want to learn more about this course or you would like to register, use the link provided, http://www.mnsu.edu/continuinged/civilmediation/. Classes are September 20th, 21st, 27th, and 28th. Registration in $999 and is on a first come, first serve basis.