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

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

3. CRLA Certification Programs

4. 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

5. 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

7. Levels of Mentor Certification

8. Four Components of Program Certification • Selection • Training • Experience • Evaluation

9. 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)

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

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

12. 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

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

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

15. 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

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

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

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

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

20. Mentor Experience • Explain how you keep track of your mentor’s actual mentoring experience.

21. 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?

22. Certification Overview

23. Program Certificate

24. Mentor Certificate

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

26. 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!

27. 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

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