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Mentor Training and Support

I had a great morning! ... I knew I had something to offer but I was very nervous about joining in. The people were really friendly and it was also well organised. I’m excited about being involved. Martin, mentor

Plan-it Youth Hunter organizes a range of optional ongoing opportunities for mentors to network, share ideas and learn new skills. This includes opportunities to take on other volunteer roles within Plan-it Youth mentoring. Many mentors enjoy supporting program development once they are familiar with the mentoring role and program structure.

All mentors must participate in training to join Plan-it Youth.

Mentor training

covers basic concepts and skills for youth mentoring, with input from mentors;
is largely discussion-based and assumes people will bring different opinions, life experiences and debate to the group;
is provided free-of-charge and without written tests and exams; and
includes an application process to join Plan-it Youth Hunter.

Training is usually run in partnership with TAFE Outreach at various locations in the Hunter/Central Coast region.

It is an offence under the Child Protection (Prohibited Employment) Act 1998 for Prohibited Persons to become involved in mentoring training and mentoring. Volunteers must be prepared to consent to all requested screening and application requirements.

Mentor training sessions

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