International Mentor Training Program Certification Page Keller, College of Charleston CRLA Certifications Director

Session Overview International Tutor Training Program Certification International Mentor Training Program Certification About IMTPC Requirements Application Process Benefits of Certification

CRLA Certification Programs

ITTPC Provides recognition and positive reinforcement for tutors' successful work Sets an internationally accepted standard of skills and training for tutors Endorsed by the CLADEA, NADE, and the Commission XVI of the ACPA

IMTPC Sets standards and guidelines for the minimum of skills and training Inspires mentor trainers to create programs that challenge mentors Offers campus recognition and rewards for mentors Endorsed by the CLADEA organizations and the Commission XVI of the ACPA

Levels of Mentor Certification

Four Components of Program Certification Selection Training Experience Evaluation

Mentor Selection GPA of 3.0 or higher Interview with mentor and trainer/supervisor Two or more references from faculty, former supervisors, or counselors/advisors. Personality type assessment (recommended but not required)

IMTPC Training Formats Workshops Courses Combination of workshops, courses, and self-paced training

Level 1: Amount/Duration of Training Option 1: Level 1 ITTPC + 5 hours of mentor training Option 2: 15 hours of mentor training

Level 1: Areas/Topics to be Covered Option 1: Level 1 Tutor Certification + Role of the Peer Mentor Do's and Don'ts Professional Ethics Establishing Rapport and Motivating Mentees Electives Option 2: Role of the Peer Mentor Do's and Don'ts Professional Ethics Establishing Rapport and Motivating Mentees Questioning & Listening Skills Preparing to Study Resources and Referrals Electives

Level 1: Required Experience Option 1: 25 hours of tutoring experience + 25 hours of mentoring experience Option 2: 50 hours of mentoring experience

Level 2: Amount/Duration of Training Level 1 Certification + 10 additional hours 25 total hours

Level 2: Areas/Topics to be Covered Level 1 training topics + Conflict Resolution Mentoring Boundaries Ways of Mentoring Cultural Awareness Academic Majors and Advising Electives

Level 2: Required Experience Level 1 Requirement + 25 additional hours 75 total hours

Level 3: Amount/Duration of Training Level 2 Certification + 10 additional hours 35 total hours

Level 3: Areas/Topics to be Covered Levels 1 and 2 topics + Conferencing Skills Constructive Criticism Gender Issues Awareness Leadership Styles Electives

Level 3: Required Experience Levels 1 and 2 Requirements + 25 hours 100 total hours

Mentor Experience Explain how you keep track of your mentor’s actual mentoring experience. Level Required Experience Level 1 Option 1 25 hours of tutoring experience +25 hours of mentoring experience Level 1 Option 2 50 hours of mentoring experience Level 2 Level 1 + 25 hours (75 hours total) Level 3 Levels 1 & 2 + 25 hours (100 hours total)

Evaluation How are your mentors evaluated? Is an evaluation in place? Are the mentors evaluated at least annually? Does the evaluation include an evaluation of mentors by mentees? Are the results of evaluation shared with the mentors?

Certification Overview

Program Certificate

Mentor Certificate

Application Process Review Requirements Complete Application Submit Application Via Dropbox Check or Purchasing Card

Application Review Applications are evaluated by trained reviewers Applications shared with reviewers in Dropbox Turn-around time is 2-4 weeks Interested in becoming a reviewer? Let us know!

Benefits of Certification Create a coherent curriculum Secure student/faculty confidence Attract program attention and interest Generate spirit of teamwork Generate community interest Attract highly motivated mentors Tie wage rates to certification levels Honor certified mentors

Questions? College Reading and Learning Association www.crla.net kellerp@cofc.edu