Training kit: how to be a good mentor

👨‍🏫 Training mentors for successful mentoring

This training kit offers a set of structured activities lasting approximately 7 hours and 45 minutes, designed to strengthen Mentors+ skills in supporting mobile mentees. It offers flexible content, allowing trainers to adapt the presentation of theoretical concepts and discussion time according to needs and context.

🎯 Learning objectives of the training

To provide individuals who wish to become Mentors+ with the essential knowledge and skills for effective mentoring.
To improve the preparation of a Mentor+ before they are matched with a future international mobility participant.
To encourage Mentors+ to optimise their support through specific themes.

🧠 Learning process

The training manual is designed to provide trainers with the information and knowledge they need to prepare for the training. The training plan provides trainers with a detailed step-by-step plan for implementing the training.

📚 Training outline

Understanding the role of the Mentor+ – mobility, support, role, commitment
Preparing the Mentor+ / Mentee relationship – expectations, responsibilities, framework, support
Being a good Mentor+ – skills, active listening, intercultural awareness, sharing, managing challenges
Taking responsibility – contact, meetings, follow-up, closure, problem solving
Conclusion – resources, continuity, support

🧰 Contents of the kit