A portfolio of 1,500 words assessing learning outcomes 1 & 2. To make up 50% of the overall mark. The portfolio is to be written in first person as a reflective account including referring to theory which is Harvard referenced.
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An essay of 1,500 words assessing learning outcomes 3. To make up 50% of the overall mark.

Assessment is based on students achieving over 75% attendance

This module explores the key theoretical perspectives which inform and underpin the practice of mentoring. We consider the distinctions between mentoring and other helping professions including performance coaching and counselling. Through a series of structured exercises and case study materials we develop a critical understanding of the core skills and competencies necessary to the mentoring role. We explore the application of mentoring skills in various settings and consider the role of reflection in developing professional competence in the field. Issues to be considered include the mentor/mentee relationship, effective communication, contracting and time management, ethical issues and confidentiality, evaluation and review of the mentoring outcomes. We also explore the stages of the mentoring relationship and relating interventions as well as complexities of the emotional and psychological contract and exchange between mentor and mentee.

This module incorporates inter-related learning strategies. The two hour long workshops will be used for the consideration of core issues and key tools relating to the mentoring relationship. Students will be undertaking personal and professional development through the course and need to engage in focused participation throughout the workshops. Tutorials are available to allow discussion of the individual research students are undertaking to prepare their portfolios and support for any study skills the tutor and student identify. The independent study will allow reading around selected topics, the development of individual responses to the reading and the preparation for the portfolio. Blackboard will offer essential materials and useful information to the course.

Teaching facilities with powerpoint and movable furniture

Alred. G, Garvey. B & Smith. R (2000) The Mentoring Pocketbook. Management Pocket books, Hants.
Clutterbuck D (2001) Everyone Needs a Mentor: How to Further Talent within an Organisation. Institute of Personnel Management: London
Hawkins P & Shohet R (2000) Supervision in the Helping Professions: An individual, group and organizational approach. 2nd Edition. Open University Press, Philadelphia
Hawkins P & Smith N (2006) Coaching, Mentoring and Organizational Consultancy: Supervision and Development. Maidenhead: Open University Press.
Parsloe E & Wray M (2000) Coaching & Mentoring: Practical Methods to Improve Learning. Kogan Press, London.

1. DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDGE OF THE KEY THEORETICAL PERSPECTIVES IN MENTORING AND UNDERSTANDING OF THE CORE COMPONENTS AND PHASES OF A MENTORING RELATIONSHIP.
[Knowledge and Understanding]

2. UNDERSTAND AND APPLY CORE SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED BY THE MENTORING ROLE THAT ARE APPROPRIATE TO THE GIVEN CONTEXT.
[Analysis; Application]

3. CRITICALLY REFLECT ON AND EVALUATE THE RELEVANCE OF ETHICAL ISSUES, MORAL DILEMMA'S AND BEST PRACTICE TO THE MENTORING ENDEAVOUR,
[Problem Solving; Reflection]

This module explores the key theoretical perspectives which inform and underpin the practice of mentoring. We consider the distinctions between mentoring and other helping professions including performance coaching and counselling. Through a series of structured exercises and case study materials we develop a critical understanding of the core skills and competencies necessary to the mentoring role. We explore the application of mentoring skills in various settings and consider the role of reflection in developing professional competence in the field. Issues to be considered include the mentor/mentee relationship, effective communication, contracting and time management, ethical issues and confidentiality, evaluation and review of the mentoring outcomes. We also explore the stages of the mentoring relationship and relating interventions as well as complexities of the emotional and psychological contract and exchange between mentor and mentee.