Level 3 Award in Effective Mentoring
Subject Area
Business & Professional
Student Type
Adults
Study Mode
Online Learning
Course Type
Professional Studies
What is the course about?
This course is designed to equip participants with the essential knowledge, skills, and understanding required to mentor effectively within an organisational setting. Through a series of structured sessions, students will develop both the theoretical foundation and practical capabilities necessary to enhance their mentoring proficiency and confidence.
The course is ideally suited to individuals who are new to mentoring, as well as those already in mentoring roles seeking to refine and strengthen their approach.
I'm an employer - what are the benefits to me?
Organisations will benefit from having staff who are professionally developed as competent mentors, possessing the skills, knowledge, and behaviours needed to foster a strong mentoring culture. This, in turn, supports employee development, improves performance, and contributes to a more supportive and collaborative workplace environment.
This course will be delivered online with fortnightly live sessions with the tutor, interactive group work, and blended learning opportunities in the Google Classroom.
Why should I choose the course?
Choosing the Level 3 Award in Effective Mentoring offers you the opportunity to develop practical, in-demand mentoring skills that can enhance your professional profile and support your career progression. Whether you're new to mentoring or looking to build on existing experience, this course will increase your confidence and competence in guiding and supporting others.
You'll learn in a supportive online environment led by experienced tutors, gaining valuable insights and techniques that can be applied directly in your workplace. By completing this course, you’ll not only grow personally but also make a meaningful contribution to the development of others within your organisation.
What will I learn?
You will learn what it takes to be an effective mentor, gaining a clear understanding of how mentoring operates, how to apply a recognised mentoring model, and the essential tools and techniques to support the process. The course offers opportunities to practise your new skills through supervised mentoring sessions, enabling you to reflect on and analyse your performance to continually enhance your mentoring ability.
The three units you will undertake are:
300 – Understanding Good Practice in Mentoring within an Organisational Context
301 – Undertaking Mentoring within an Organisational Context
303 – Reflecting on Mentoring Skills within an Organisational Context
What will the course lead on to?
For those wishing to further their professional development, successful completion of this course enables progression to the ILM Level 3 Award in Effective Coaching and the Level 5 Certificate in Effective Coaching and Mentoring.
For individuals not interested in pursuing further qualifications, the course provides valuable knowledge and practical skills that can be immediately applied in the workplace to enhance mentoring effectiveness and contribute to organisational success.
Are there any links with industry and university?
The teachers on this course have excellent links with industry professionals, and students will benefit from these partnerships alongside networking opportunities with guest speakers.
What support is available?
We have a team of staff dedicated to providing learning support if required, as well as a Welfare Team that is on hand to offer guidance, support and help when needed. Additionally, eligible students can access a wide range of finance and funding support to help them during their time at college.
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Why should I choose to study the course at Warrington & Vale Royal College?
The college offers a range of flexible learning opportunities to students. Professional qualifications are supported through digital virtual learning environments and digital learning tools. Our tutors are highly experienced and skilled in their specialist professional sectors and enhance the courses they teach with their excellent industry links.
What are the entry requirements?
There are no formal entry requirements to study on this course, however a course discussion is required to ensure you are suitable to study at this level.
Students must be in a position to meet the assessment demands of the qualification, which requires access to a maximum of 2 mentees for 6 hours of mentoring.
What are my funding options?
For personalised advice on the potential funding options available to you, including employer sponsorship, please contact our friendly Learner Services Team by emailing learner.services@wvr.ac.uk or calling 01925 494 400.Â
Are there any additional costs associated with the course?
There are no additional costs associated with this course.
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