Delivery: Online + Workbook | Est. Length: 4 Seat Hours | Price: $385.00
Strong mentoring relationships do not happen by accident. They are built through purpose, trust, communication, and a commitment to helping others grow. NCTI’s Mentoring 101 course introduces the fundamentals of workplace mentoring and the crucial role mentors play in supporting employee development.
In this interactive online course, learners explore why mentoring matters, the value it creates for individuals and organizations, and what distinguishes mentoring from other forms of employee development. Through practical examples and real-world applications, you will discover how to build productive mentoring relationships that accelerate learning, strengthen skills, and contribute to long-term success for mentees, mentors, and organizations alike.
Course Details
- Course Delivery: 100% Online
- Completion Time: 4 hours (Maximum allotted time is 4 months from enrollment)
- Credential Awarded: Industry-recognized NCTI Certificate of Graduation
Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for professionals interested in developing the necessary skills to guide and support others effectively, including:
- New mentors
- Aspiring leaders
- Supervisors
What You Will Learn
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Explain the purpose and value of mentoring in the workplace.
- Describe the benefits of mentoring for mentors, mentees, and organizations.
- Define the role and responsibilities of an effective mentor.
- Identify the five critical skills of successful mentoring.
- Apply listening, trust-building, inspiring, goal-setting, and feedback techniques in mentoring conversations.
- Use mentoring skills to support employee development and growth.
Course Outline
Module 1: Why Mentoring
Explore the fundamental reasons for mentoring, the widespread benefits it provides, the true definition of a mentor, and the overall power of mentorship in the workplace.
Module 2: The 5 Critical Skills of Mentoring
Dive deep into the essentials of effective leadership. This module introduces and breaks down the five critical skills of mentoring: listening, building trust, inspiring, setting goals, and giving feedback, concluding with how to actively use these skills in real-world scenarios.