--- title: Blog - Kompass Professional Development | arbitration (2) description: arbitration | Explore the Kompass Online Training blog hub at Herzing College. Discover articles on flexible, interactive courses to advance your career and skills. (2) --- [Chat with us](https://www.livechatinc.com/chat-with/11581958/), powered by [LiveChat](https://www.livechatinc.com/?welcome) ### Book a Tour X Visit a Herzing College Campus! ### Ask a Question X Want to Learn More? ### Explore X ### Is Career Training right for you? 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Accreditation Options](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/how-do-you-become-an-arbitrator-in-canada-accreditation) [![Business woman holding laptop](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/iStock-1092744034.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/how-do-you-become-an-arbitrator-in-canada-accreditation) Sep 7, 2022, 12:08:07 PM Considering becoming an arbitrator, and struggling to navigate the confusing array of professional designations available in Canada? Here's the scoop: technically, you don't need an official designation to become an arbitrator in Canada. However, those who obtain accreditation through a recognized association enjoy a much higher degree of credibility. The Alternative Dispute Resolution Institute of Canada (ADRIC), along with its regional affiliates, is a leading provider of professional designations to arbitrators across the country. In this post, we outline the different levels of accreditation offered through ADRIC and explain what it takes to achieve each one. Read on to get a clearer sense of the path you can follow to launch a successful career in arbitration. [Read More ❯](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/how-do-you-become-an-arbitrator-in-canada-accreditation) --- ## [Arbitration vs Mediation vs Conciliation: Differences, Pros and Cons, Applications](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/arbitration-versus-mediation-versus-conciliation) [![Cartoon image of a woman standing between two giant fists](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/dispute%20resolution%20image.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/arbitration-versus-mediation-versus-conciliation) Aug 4, 2022, 9:42:27 AM Arbitration, mediation, and conciliation are popular forms of dispute resolution that offer interesting and diverse career opportunities. People pursue alternative dispute resolution (ADR) training and accreditation for a number of reasons. Some aspire to become professional mediators or arbitrators. Others are simply looking to handle conflict better in their personal relationships or workplace. It’s certainly an industry in demand. From business disputes to divorce settlements, people are turning to ADR as a more flexible, less costly, and more time-effective means of resolving conflicts. Arbitration, mediation, and conciliation offer three different approaches to conflict resolution. They differ in terms of procedure and outcomes, as well as training and accreditation. In this post, we guide you through clear definitions of arbitration versus mediation and conciliation, including applications along with pros and cons. Let's get started. [Read More ❯](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/arbitration-versus-mediation-versus-conciliation) --- ## [Inside Look at Arbitration Training with Instructor, Andy Livingston](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/interview-with-andy-arbitration-cert) [![arbitration training instructor Andy Livingston](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/IMG_1145.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/interview-with-andy-arbitration-cert) Sep 23, 2021, 10:27:36 AM *Photo: Andy Livingston, CEO of Dexterity Consulting and arbitration instructor at Kompass* Over the last few years there's been a considerable uptick in demand for alternative dispute resolution services like arbitration and mediation. The pandemic has only accelerated this trend as people look to settle their conflicts outside of court. And lawyers aren't the only ones pursuing careers in ADR. People from diverse professional backgrounds are taking mediation and arbitration training to better handle workplace disputes - or set up private ADR practices. This week we spoke with Andy Livingston, a social sciences graduate turned certified ADR professional, who runs a private practice and teaches arbitration training at Kompass. Andy walks us through the online arbitration certificate and explains different pathways to becoming an arbitrator in Canada. Think you might be interested in this course? Read on for an inside look. [Read More ❯](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/interview-with-andy-arbitration-cert) --- ## [Beginner's Guide to Arbitration Careers, Training, and Certificates](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/arbitration-training-key-skills-career-options) [![arbitration careers](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/iStock-1303999248.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/arbitration-training-key-skills-career-options) Sep 23, 2021, 10:21:08 AM Arbitration is one of the most popular forms of alternative dispute resolution (ADR). Similar to a judge, an arbitrator is a neutral third party who hears witnesses and reviews evidence before delivering a judgment that is usually legally binding. However, arbitration is less formal than courtroom litigation and typically less costly and time-consuming. And unlike the court system, parties involved in arbitration are allowed to choose their own arbitrator, and can design the process to suit their own needs. That means they can choose the timing and place of the arbitration, as well as who will be present. Another key benefit of arbitration is privacy. Proceedings are confidential, which is generally considered a major advantage over litigation. But how does one start a career in arbitration?  What kind of training pathways and certifications are available in Canada? Here is a simple breakdown of arbitration careers, training options, and professional designations. [Read More ❯](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/arbitration-training-key-skills-career-options) --- ## [Online Dispute Resolution Training: What Are Your Certificate Options?](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/online-dispute-resolution-training-what-are-your-certificate-options) [![online dispute resolution training](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/online%20dispute%20resolution%20training.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/online-dispute-resolution-training-what-are-your-certificate-options) Dec 4, 2020, 11:05:59 AM *Updated December 2025* Disputes are an inevitable part of the human experience. In personal and professional relationships, in family groups and work settings, at the community level, and between nations—conflict is a fact of life.  It’s how we deal with disputes that defines our capacity to evolve and grow. This is an increasingly valued personal and professional skill. We’ve been delivering online dispute resolution training for years and are continuously surprised at the diverse backgrounds and motivations of students.  [Read More ❯](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/online-dispute-resolution-training-what-are-your-certificate-options) --- ## [Arbitration Myths & Facts: Your Quick Guide to the Profession](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/arbitration-myths-facts-your-quick-guide-to-the-profession) [![](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/arbitation%20myths%20and%20facts.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/arbitration-myths-facts-your-quick-guide-to-the-profession) Jul 27, 2020, 11:19:36 AM The use of arbitration is on the rise. More and more employers require workers to sign mandatory arbitration agreements, keeping conflicts like employment discrimination and wrongful termination out of the courts. We're also seeing a major uptick in intellectual property and technology disputes handled through arbitration. Arbitration clauses are finding their way into a growing number of consumer contracts, spanning everything from cell phone agreements and home purchases to car rentals and cable service providers. There is also a widespread movement to use arbitration as an alternative to litigation for international commercial disputes. Virtual arbitration, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in arbitration, and the emergence of arbitration analytics all point toward the expansion and rapid evolution of the practice. Yet, despite its growing importance in the world of alternative dispute resolution (ADR), a number of myths persist about the nature and process of arbitration. [Read More ❯](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/arbitration-myths-facts-your-quick-guide-to-the-profession) --- ## [Arbitration Training & Careers: Your Top Questions Answered](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/arbitration-training-careers-your-top-questions-answered) [![Two professionals shaking hands with a group of people in the background](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/Stock%20images/business%20partners%2c%20partnership%20concept%20with%20two%20businessman%20handshake-2.jpeg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/arbitration-training-careers-your-top-questions-answered) Mar 25, 2019, 2:29:11 PM *Updated December 2022* If you're considering a career in alternative dispute resolution (ADR), you're probably familiar with practices like mediation and arbitration, which people use to resolve disputes out of court. Given the time, expense, and sheer stress of litigation, it's no surprise that the field of ADR is growing rapidly. But if you're looking to capitalize on this momentum and start a career in arbitration, where do you begin? How do you select a reputable program, and what are your career options as an arbitrator? These are just some of the questions we get from prospective students who are considering arbitration training. And who better to answer them than David Merrigan? He's a highly experienced arbitrator who also developed our arbitration certificate. So let's get started. Here are David's answers to your most frequently asked questions, along with some valuable advice to start your career. [Read More ❯](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/arbitration-training-careers-your-top-questions-answered) --- ## [What Makes a Successful Arbitrator? The Essential Hard & Soft Skills](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/what-makes-a-successful-arbitrator-the-essential-hard-soft-skills) [![arbitration training](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/arbitration%20skills.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/what-makes-a-successful-arbitrator-the-essential-hard-soft-skills) Oct 11, 2018, 10:10:20 AM *Updated December 2022* The stakes are high in arbitration. Arbitrators make binding judgments that are rarely appealed and difficult to overturn. So what makes this form of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) so popular? [Read More ❯](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/what-makes-a-successful-arbitrator-the-essential-hard-soft-skills) --- ## [Top Pros & Cons of Using Arbitration to Resolve Disputes](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/top-pros-cons-of-using-arbitration-to-resolve-disputes) [![mediation-for-professionals-certificate-2](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/mediation-for-professionals-certificate-2.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/top-pros-cons-of-using-arbitration-to-resolve-disputes) Jul 13, 2018, 11:07:58 AM Arbitration can be used to resolve everything from personal injury cases and commercial disputes, to conflicts between countries. But how does it differ from mediation and litigation? Why would clients opt for arbitration over other forms of dispute resolution? In this post, we're breaking down some of the most common advantages and challenges of arbitration, with the goal of helping newcomers to the field get a better sense of how this process works. Thinking about becoming an arbitrator? Take a look at the key features of arbitration, and some of the issues you'll face helping clients settle dispute within this framework. [Read More ❯](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/top-pros-cons-of-using-arbitration-to-resolve-disputes) --- ## [Considering a Certificate in Arbitration? 5 Things You'll Learn](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/considering-a-certificate-in-arbitration-5-things-youll-learn) [![arbitration certificate training](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/Stock%20images/Lawyer%20explaining%20legal%20situation%20to%20her%20clients.jpeg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/considering-a-certificate-in-arbitration-5-things-youll-learn) Feb 7, 2018, 4:05:54 PM Are you considering entering the fast-growing field of alternative dispute resolution (ADR)? From workplace conflicts to divorce proceedings to commercial contract battles, ADR is often used as an alternative to costly, time-consuming, highly stressful litigation. Demand for qualified, talented mediators, facilitators, and arbitrators is the rise. Your first step toward a career in arbitration is a quality, introductory training program. A comprehensive arbitration certificate will give you a solid grounding in the principles and practices of arbitration, as well as hands-on experience hearing and deciding cases. [Read More ❯](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/considering-a-certificate-in-arbitration-5-things-youll-learn) --- [❮](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/tag/arbitration/page/1) [1](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/tag/arbitration/page/1) [2](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training/tag/arbitration/page/2) ## Start Now #### At Kompass we believe that throughout your career, the more you know, the more you grow. 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