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Overview
Human service organizations today are increasingly recognizing the value of mentoring as a means for building organizational capacity and leadership, and the important role that mentors can play in the creation of a strong workforce.
In Alberta’s disability service sector, agency-based mentors are making important contributions by supporting agency staff enrolled in ACDS's various mentor-led training programs like Excellence in Disability Supports, Foundations in Community Disability Studies (Online). Mentor - led online training combines self- paced digital learning with direct guidance from sector experts, the 'mentors' of ACDS's mentor led online training. In this role, mentors make the bridge between theory and practice, and contribute to the professionalism of community disability services.
The Fundamentals of Mentoring Mentor Led Programs mini-course has been designed to provide agency-based mentors with the skills and knowledge to fulfill this important role. The mini course covers:
1. Role of a mentor
2. Mentoring Framework for Mentor - led E-Learning programs (ACDS).
3. Course Units structure :
Unit 1. Introduction to Mentoring
Unit 2. Mentor Roles
Unit 3. Mentoring Skills: Active Listening and Effective Questioning
Unit 4. Mentoring Skills: Assessment and Feedback
Note: Enrollment is finalized after receipt of payment. Questions?: email training@acds.ca