Peer Mentoring

When does this start and end?

At the moment we have no available dates for this academic year. We will be updating our courses later this term for 2023 – 2024 dates.

What are the entry requirements?

No formal qualifications are required. However, we do recommend you access one of our Introduction or Exploring entry level courses before you access this course if you have been out of education for some time.

How much does this cost?

FREE*

* This course is fully funded for eligible students.

If you are not eligible, the cost of the course is £150.00. If you choose to stay residentially, and you are not eligible via the residential funding assessment, there will be an additional fee to pay. The vast majority of students are eligible to study and stay residentially for free and we will confirm when you apply.

Level 1

This is equivalent to GCSE Grades 3-1 / D-G or O Level grades D-G

Found out about Progression

Course description

This qualification will support you in understanding the role of a mentor and be aware of the skills needed to become an effective mentor.

This includes:

gaining insight into the role and practice of mentorship
being clear about mentor/mentee relationships
being aware of the specific skills and understanding you will require in order to mentor.

You will also be introduced to some of the theory and practice of being a mentor.

This course provides professional development for new and existing volunteers and anyone in related community sector employment such as support workers.

What can this course lead to?

Other level 1 courses you could go on are:

Interpersonal Skills (Level 1)
Volunteering (Level 1).

Or you could progress onto:

Peer Mentoring (Level 2).

Possible careers include Mentor, Community Support Worker, Community Worker or Volunteer.

Level 1

This is equivalent to GCSE Grades 3-1 / D-G or O Level grades D-G

Found out about Progression

Community is more important than ever these days. If you want to make an impact on your community, but don't really know how, then Northern College will help you to find the way forward. Any one of the short courses is a great place to start, and our tutors will be there to help you to plan the rest of your pathway.

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