South Dakota Administrative Rules
Title 12 - Department of Agriculture
Article 12:20 - Agricultural mediation
Chapter 12:20:03 - Water Drainage Mediation
Section 12:20:03:02 - Mediator training

Universal Citation: SD Admin Rules 12:20:03:02
Current through Register Vol. 50, page 114, March 25, 2024

The director, in conjunction with the Department of Agriculture, may provide initial training in mediation techniques to the mediators. This training shall include at least 32 hours of initial training on the mediation process, mediation skills, water drainage issues, and shall include instruction that a mediator may not advise or assist a party in reserving or establishing legal rights. If a mediator has previous training exceeding these 32 hours, the mediator may provide proof of other qualifications. Subsequent and supplemental training of mediators may be conducted by the South Dakota Department of Agriculture. Successful completion of the initial training session constitutes the minimum qualification to serve as a mediator.

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