Peer Mentoring (Award / Level 2)
Course description
This Level 2 Peer Mentoring Award explores the role of peer mentoring and is designed to support the development of effective peer mentors.
You will develop the skills and knowledge to become an effective peer mentor. This will prepare you to mentor within the setting where you volunteer or work.
You will explore:
- The role of a mentor
- Preparing to become a mentor, including setting SMART targets, communication skills, legal and ethical requirements, and preparation for a mentoring meeting
- Mentoring skills and techniques
This course follows on from our Peer Mentoring Level 1 course and will allow you to progress the skills you gained on that course.
The course is balanced between theory, research and practical application.
You will need to produce a portfolio of work, including a reflective diary on your mentoring practice.
What can this course lead to?
Course progression
Upon completion, you could progress onto a further course, including:
- Management Skills and Knowledge (Level 3) - you would need to be in a Team Leader, Supervisor or Manager role for this course.
- One of our Access to Higher Education courses at Level 2 or 3.
Upon completion, you could progress onto careers, such as:
- Mentor
Course session dates
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For further details, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
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The course information on this page was last updated 25 September 2026.
