Course Overview
This qualification consists of the following topics:
- Role of a mentor
- Preparing for the role of a mentor
- Demonstrating mentoring skills
This is ideal for anyone already working in a mentoring role or for those who would like to develop their knowledge of this area before becoming a mentor to apprentices.
The qualification aims to help learners:
- gain insight into the role and practice of mentorship
- be clear about mentor/mentee relationships
- ensure they follow good practice
- be aware of the specific skills and understanding required to mentor
- review their own learning and work performance
- develop knowledge of Apprenticeship programmes
Learners are expected to attend 2 group sessions that will be delivered in Kendal College. These will take place over 2 afternoons. Learners will also take part in work-based assessments where a Kendal College Lecturer will visit the workplace to allow the learner to demonstrate competence via observed assessment. Additional methods of assessment that will be used by the lecturer to include: assignments, case studies, observations, witness testimonies, reflective accounts and some work products.
The learner will be expected to produce a portfolio of evidence. Assessment and verification will be undertaken by a Kendal College Assessor then Internal and External Verification will be carried out by NCFE Awarding Body.
Entry Requirements
Learners must be aged 19 or over to enrol on the course, be living in England and not taking part in full-time education. Entry is at the discretion of the college. Kendal College will ensure that this course is appropriate for the age and ability of the learner. This may involve an assessment to ensure learners can meet the criteria and comply with this course's relevant literacy, numeracy, and health and safety aspects.
Any learners that enrol with a home postcode in any of the following regions are not entitled to funding through the college and would have to be funded on a full-cost basis:
- Greater Manchester
- Liverpool City
- West Midlands
- West of England
- Tees Valley
- Cambridgeshire & Peterborough
- Greater London
- Newcastle Upon Tyne, North Tyneside & Northumberland
- South Yorkshire
- West Yorkshire
After Your Course
Progression to the Level 3 Coaching/Mentor Apprenticeship Standard may be an exciting route for those with a role working with Apprentices over a more extended period of time.
Fees
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The fee displayed is the course fee. Course fees are per year for full-time & degree-level courses and per course for part-time courses. There may be other costs associated with this course, e.g. kit, equipment, books, trips etc.
This course is not funded by the government and is full cost. As such, the course is the price stated for all students. If you are paying for your course, there may be the option to pay in instalments if the course fees are over £200 and the course duration is 15 weeks or more. Please speak to Student Services for more information on course fees.
