Training
Use the first and only evidence-based mentoring trainings.
We have done the work for you by integrating the latest research into online trainings that you can use instantly.
Improve your youth mentoring program:
- Provide on-demand, convenient training
- Reduce number of early closures
- Increase the strength and length of relationships
Over 55,000 mentors have taken our courses!
Beginner mentor training bundle.
PREP MENTORS IMMEDIATELY
Mentors learn realistic expectations and actionable relationship initiation skills – when and where it is convenient for them.
PREVENT HARM
Protect your mentees, mentors and program by training your mentors to proactively minimize risks before they occur.
BUILD THE 5 KEY SKILLS
Train mentors in the five research-informed skills to help them form relationships that are stronger and last longer.
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Advanced mentor training and resources.
Building Assets in Mentees Affected by Substance Misuse
Mentors learn practical skills for developing supportive and helpful relationships with mentees impacted by opioids and other drugs.
ENHANCE LEARNING AT SCHOOL
Train mentors in goal setting, growth mindset, and school engagement strategies to promote mentees’ academic and personal achievement.
PLAN IMPACTFUL MATCH ACTIVITIES
Mentors learn to plan match activities that support their match goals and foster positive outcomes for their mentee.
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Live mentor workshop materials.
ADVANCED SKILLS TRAINING
Guide your mentors through solving real-world problems commonly faced by mentors and practice effective behaviors, based upon applying the knowledge and skills learned in the Building the Foundation course.
ENGAGE MENTORS
Mentors learn your program’s unique history, composition, goals, requirements, and policies.
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Online training for mentees and parents.
PREPARE MENTEES
Mentees learn what to expect, how to communicate with their mentor, and the importance of commitment.
PREPARE PARENTS
Parents learn the difference between their roles and those of a mentor, and how to support the mentoring relationship.
Learn more about our training resources for mentees and parents ➜
Research-Based and Engaging.
With our scientifically designed, field-tested and highly motivating training courses, your mentoring relationships achieve greater impact.
A unique, break-through approach to training for mentoring programs:
- Convenient online training, available on-demand 24/7
- Research-based content aligned with the Elements of Effective Practice for Mentoring (EEPM)
- Developed by co-authors of the EEPM
- Flyers and tips for each lesson containing a summary of the key concepts
Each lesson includes the following interactive components:
- Scenario-based learning
- Engaging videos
- Self-reflective journal
- Certificate of completion
Easy to Administer
Each course comes with a robust online course administration system. It has everything you need to manage purchases and course enrollment. Its powerful monitoring and reporting system can track each participant’s progress.
Features:
- Enroll mentors, mentees and parents/guardians
- Track progress and course completion
- Create reports
- Download data on demand
- Manage purchases
Benefits:
- One place to find all the information you need on training
- Flexible administration — can easily be updated to deal with staff changes
- Customizable
- Always accessible
