Introduction to Mentorship

This course will introduce you to the skills required to develop effective mentoring relationships with a focus on communication skills that you can apply immediately on the job with measurable results. Whether you are a mentor or mentee, the goal of this introductory course is to introduce the mentorship model and help you develop strategies to practice effective communication that maximizes learning opportunities and supports the development of positive mentoring relationships.

For mentors and mentees. Develop effective mentoring relationships with a focus on communications skills that you can apply immediately on the job with measurable results.

• Describe key steps mentors can apply to help mentees gain knowledge and skills.
• Describe key skills that mentees can apply to make the most of their mentoring experience.
• Define and identify the importance of mentorship.
• Explain key strategies for effective communication to expand on the mentoring relationship.
• Recognize the difference between one-way and two-way communication.
• Recognize how cultural diversity affects the way you communicate with other workers.
• Identify techniques for continuing to build mentorship principles.
• Identify tools and resources that support continued improvement of your mentorship principles.

This course uses interactive elements, scenarios, videos, and quizzes to reinforce learning.

Structure and Workload

This course consists of 4 lessons of approximately 30 minutes duration each, for a total of about 2 hours of self-paced instruction.

Credits/Certificates

A final mark of 100% is required in order to receive a certificate of completion.

Accessing your e-learning course:

Please note that course access is not immediate. Once you register for a course, you will receive an email with instructions and a PIN number within 24 - 48 hours of registration. All registrations received after hours will be processed the next business day.