Foundation Certificate
Basic Certificate in Peacemaking
The Basic Certificate in Peacemaking provides the foundation for conflict resolution, restorative justice, peacemaking, and community transformation.
Certificate Snapshot
Certificate Type
Foundation Certificate
Coursework
12–18 units
Estimated Completion
12 months or longer if needed
Estimated Program Cost
$800–$1,200
Program Overview
A certificate pathway rooted in peacemaking practice.
This certificate is structured to develop essential competencies and dispositions for effective conflict resolution and the courage to confront conflicts in various settings.
Coursework Units
Who It Is For
Built for the people doing the work.
Community members, volunteers, students, and professionals beginning their journey into peacemaking, restorative justice, and conflict-resolution work.
Learning Focus Areas
Likely Course Sequence
A typical path through the certificate.
Basic Institute
Historic Peacemakers
One vocational / career focus course
One elective course
Sequence is a general guide. CJC helps each learner confirm course availability, prerequisites, and the right starting point.
Possible Outcomes
Participants develop knowledge, skills, and dispositions for constructive conflict transformation.
Understand and explain the dynamics of conflict.
Describe the historical foundations of the restorative justice movement.
Apply foundational terms and concepts of restorative justice.
Describe the science and art of constructive conflict management.
Promote cooperative dispute resolution and justice programs.
Develop the personal dispositions required of peacemakers.
Next Step
Request information about this certificate pathway.
CJC can help learners understand course availability, certificate requirements, professional development options, practicum expectations, and the right starting point.