Learning outcomes Assessment criteria

The learner will: To achieve each outcome a learner must

demonstrate the ability to:

1 Understand own role

and responsibilities in

relation to mentoring

1.1 Identify and describe the role and responsibilities

of the mentor, indicating the boundaries of the

role

1.2 Identify and explain the qualities and skills

required in a mentor

1.3 Identify and describe resources and/or materials

required for mentoring.

2 Understand ways to

identify individual

mentoring needs

2.1 Identify and describe individual learning needs that

can be met through mentoring

2.2 Identify and describe individual learning styles that

need to be considered when mentoring.

3 Understand key

techniques to establish

and maintain an

effective mentoring

relationship

3.1 Identify and explain styles of mentoring to meet

learner needs

3.2 Explain the importance of and demonstrate a code

of conduct, ground rules and confidentiality in a

mentoring relationship

3.3 Explain and demonstrate ways of assisting mentees

to clarify their goals and explore options to

facilitate their achievement

3.4 Explain and demonstrate strategies which can be

used to clarify situations and overcome

misunderstandings

3.5 Describe and demonstrate ways of building rapport

with individuals in mentoring sessions

3.6 Describe and demonstrate ways of creating an

environment in which effective mentoring can take

place.

4 Understand how to

review progress

4.1 Describe how to review the mentee’s progress,

identifying action required

4.2 Explain and use good practice in providing

feedback to mentees on their progress.

5 Understand how to

evaluate the

effectiveness of own

practice

5.1 Use reflective practice and feedback from others

to review own mentoring role and identify areas

for development