Applications open for 2022–23 ETF mentor training programme
Applications are now open for the 2022–23 mentor training programme. Delivered by the Education and Training Foundation (ETF) with funding by the Department for Education,…
Mentoring
Mentorship is the influence, guidance, or direction given by a mentor.
A mentor is someone who teaches or gives help and advice to a less experienced and often younger person.
It is a learning relationship, generally focused on long term career development. The primary purpose is to drive personal growth.
Some benefits of being mentored:
- Being encouraged and empowered in personal development
- Being helped to identify and achieve career goals
- Being helped to identify and correct gaps in generic skills and knowledge
- Increasing your confidence
- Developing and maintaining a broader perspective on career options and opportunities
- Having access to a senior role model
- Gaining insight into University culture
- Developing mentoring/coaching skills
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