Peacemaker Trainer Certification

Restorative Conflict Resolution Model

About the Peacemaker Trainer Certification

Proud Student Peacemakers

Student Peacemakers

After completing the three core sessions, the school team launches a team of student Peacemakers (grades 3–5), who learn essential communication skills and conflict resolution strategies to keep peace on their playground. Student Peacemakers receive six hours of training in our peer-based restorative practice model, learning how to:

  • Express feelings and needs
  • Go deeper than “I’m sorry” by using compassion and empathy
  • Make decisions and de-escalate conflict 
  • Work as a team 
  • Be a leader in their community 

About the Peacemaker Program

Peacemaker Trainer Certification is a train-the-trainer course that takes place via Zoom. A school team of two staff members learns how to build a school-wide, peer-based restorative model of conflict resolution that students then use to work through problems and conflict. 

The program lasts two semesters, starting with three core sessions as part of either our fall or winter cohort for the year, followed by monthly coaching sessions.

From start to finish, school teams receive nine months of support. Beyond the training with the Soul Shoppe team, the program also includes digital course access and all Peacemaker supplies for your school. 

Student & Teacher Responses

Student Response

Teacher Response

Schools find that within weeks of their Peacemaker team being active on the playground, they see:

  • Increased student responsibility
  • Increased safety across campus
  • Less need for adult involvement in minor conflicts
  • A more inclusive and positive school culture

Peacemaker FAQs

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What is the training?

The Peacemaker Trainer Certification is a powerful train-the-trainer course that equips your school community to build a student-led, restorative culture of peace. Designed for both school staff and committed community members, this program empowers a team to lead a peer-based conflict resolution program that creates lasting change.

The certification begins with three core sessions held via Zoom (join either our fall or winter cohort), where participants learn the foundational Soul Shoppe methodology for launching and sustaining a student Peacemaker team. But the learning doesn’t stop there.

Year-Round Support That Makes a Difference

Over the course of nine months, your team will receive monthly coaching, expert guidance, and ongoing support—ensuring you’re never alone as you bring this program to life. In addition to live sessions, you’ll receive access to a digital resource library and all the Peacemaker supplies needed to run your program.

Who Can Be a Peacemaker Trainer?

We know educators are often stretched thin. That’s why we encourage schools to invite trusted parents, community leaders or after-school staff to become certified Peacemaker Trainers. These dedicated individuals can take the lead in training student Peacemakers and coordinating the program throughout the school year, making it a true community effort.

Student Peacemakers: Leaders in Action

After the initial training, your certified trainer launches a team of Student Peacemakers (grades 3–5), who receive six hours of direct training in peer-based restorative practices. These young leaders learn to:

  • Express feelings and needs clearly
  • Use compassion and empathy to resolve conflict
  • De-escalate problems and support peers
  • Collaborate as a team
  • Be role models for peace on campus

With Soul Shoppe’s tools, support and resources, your school can create a culture where students don’t just talk about peace — they practice it every day.

When's the next training?

The next dates are:

Cohort 14 — Fall 2025

Virtual Training
Tuesdays, 4–6 pm PT
Sept 30, Oct 7, Oct 14

On-going Training & Coaching
Tuesdays, 4–5 pm PT
Oct 21, Nov 18, Jan 20, Feb 17, Mar 17, Apr 21, May 19

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Cohort 15 — Winter 2026

Virtual Training
Tuesdays, 4–6 pm PT
Jan 27, Feb 3, Feb 10

On-going Training & Coaching
Tuesdays, 4–5 pm PT
Feb 17, Mar 17, Apr 21, May 19

What supplies are included in the training?

Supplies included are:

  • 1 Vinyl Peace Path
  • 10 Peace Keys on Rings (for students)
  • 10 Peacemaker Vests (for students)
  • 5 Peace Keys on Lanyards (for teachers)
  • Tool Posters (set of 30)
  • Tool Cards (set of 100)

Returning Schools (Year 2 and beyond) receive 3 additional sets of Tool Posters and 10 additional Peace Keys

What's Soul Shoppe’s “Peace Path?”

Soul Shoppe’s Peace Path is a step-by-step conflict resolution model used on playgrounds across the world.

The Peace Path to peace gives visual cues for a seven-step restorative process that students move through for peace. Each person gets to talk about how they feel, say what they need, listen and be heard, take responsibility for their part and finally, offer forgiveness and be forgiven.