Brain Health

Course Objective To introduce learners to the concept of brain health focussing on a globally renowned neuroscientist and how neuroplasticity can be incorporated within mentoring practice. Learning Outcomes Provide an overview of Professor Merzenich and his pioneering work in the field of neuroplasticity Describe how evidence based neuroplasticity interventions can improve the brain health of […]

Introduction to Mentoring

Course Objective To provide key information about mentorship programmes and how evidence and professional standards are used to deliver positive outcomes for all stakeholders. Learning Outcomes Describe challenges surrounding the widespread use of the term “mentoring” and key differences with coaching Justify the importance of evidence based practice and professional standards within mentorship programmes Evaluate […]

Personal Branding

Course Objective To explore how to create and use your Personal Brand within mentoring programmes to strengthen relationships with mentees and deliver improved outcomes Learning Outcomes Use your Personal Brand to form close connections with mentees Identify your Signature Strengths and how to incorporate Flow Theory within mentoring programmes Describe how Personal Brands can be […]

Mentoring 101

Course Objective To introduce learners to some of the essential skills, structures, strategies and priorities for effective mentoring Learning Outcomes Describe personal skills and characteristics of mentors that are more likely to deliver positive outcomes for their mentees Propose a successful structure for mentoring sessions that contains goal setting and reviews of previous targets set […]

Health Mentoring

Course Objective To explore the active ingredients in effective mentoring programmes and the essential of successful mentors Learning Outcomes Explain key differences between various types of mentoring Describe success factors for effective mentoring that should be used to inform programmes and sessions Evaluate how mentoring is used in different settings and the related beneficiaries within […]

Mentoring Questions (18+)

Course Objective To demonstrate the importance of effective questioning as a key mentoring skill and provide examples of useful techniques along with what they can achieve Learning Outcomes Identify links between mentoring and effective assessment for learningUse effective questioning techniques within mentoring conversations Demonstrate how to use effective feedback to motivate mentees and trigger action […]

Teaching and Learning

Course Objective To provide examples of how learning theory can be embedded within effective mentoring practice to support the educational progress and personal development of mentees Learning Outcomes Make learning relevant for mentees within the context of their specific educational journey Use teaching and learning theory to motivate learners and develop their self regulatory skills […]

Addiction (18+)

Course Objective To demonstrate how to apply different views and models of addiction within a mentoring context  Learning Outcomes Suggest possible signs, symptoms and causes of addiction experienced by their mentees Use evidence based practice and addiction science to inform their mentoring programmes Combine new learning with existing mentoring practice to support addiction recovery Introduction […]

Resilience

Course Objective To provide practical ways for learners to develop the resilience of their mentees and themselves Learning Outcomes Explain why some people are more resilient than others Apply methods of building resilience within mentoring programmes Create strategies for mentees to independently develop their resilience Introduction During this course, you will follow the story of […]