S.D. Admin. R. 12:20:01:02
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, and agricultural farm finance issues and shall include instruction that a mediator shall not advise a creditor or debtor about the law or to encourage or assist a debtor or creditor in reserving or establishing legal rights. If a mediator has previous training exceeding these 32 hours, the mediator may provide proof of other qualifications and certifications. Subsequent and supplemental training of mediators may be conducted by the department of agriculture.
Successful completion of the initial training session constitutes the minimum qualification to serve as a mediator.
S.D. Admin. R. 12:20:01:02
General Authority: SDCL 54-13-2.
Law Implemented: SDCL 54-13-2.