Professional Education Showcase
Join us Aug. 14 to learn about the Conflict Resolution Professional Concentration.

Common Ground helps government entities, agencies, private-sector organizations, nonprofits and communities come together and work out solutions to public policy issues including: transportation, land use, public health, quality of life, natural resources, education, watershed planning and military base reuse.

In order to accomplish this work, Common Ground provides facilitation and mediation services, educates communities and organizations in order to build capacity in collaboration, and conducts and conveys research on what helps and hinders cooperative process and solutions.

Featured Courses

Mediation
Learn the communication skills required for successful mediation. Explore different mediation models and examine ethical considerations. Whether you are a seasoned mediator looking to strengthen your skills, or you are new to the field and want to develop a solid foundation in mediation processes, acquire the knowledge to better understand the complexities involved in professional mediation.

How to Work With Difficult People
Don't let a difficult customer, co-worker or stranger ruin your day. Practice setting limits and saying "no" to protect yourself from problem people. Learn how to manage conflict with difficult people and move toward constructive problem-solving. Receive practical, positive approaches for dealing with conflict in your daily interactions with this interactive workshop.