WHAT IS THE 1 4SPORT LEVEL 3 AWARD IN WORKFORCE MENTORING IN THE RACING AND THOROUGHBRED INDUSTRY?
The Level 3 Award in Workforce Mentoring is a nationally recognised qualification designed specifically for those mentoring in the workplace. It is available to anyone who works in the Racing and Thoroughbred industries, regardless of their role or vocational area. Mentors play a significant part in developing their colleague’s working potential, often in an informal way, but always with the intention of supporting and guiding others to be the best they can be.
This qualification aims to standardise this industry-wide role and create a community of trained, qualified mentors who will share good practice and have a leading role in the professional development of the industry’s workforce.
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
Level 3 Award in Workplace mentoring, awarded by 1st4sport, has been identified as a particularly suitable qualification for the racing and Thoroughbred breeding industries. It can be delivered within the context of all roles within the racing industry. It comprises of two units which are:
Unit 1: The mentoring role. This unit covers the theoretical aspects of the role and responsibilities of the mentor, the techniques and skills required during the mentoring process and reflecting on the mentoring role.
Unit 2: Undertaking the mentoring in the workplace. This unit covers the practical aspect of planning and delivering mentoring. You will be required to mentor at least one person for a minimum of six hours.
THE LEARNING PROGRAMME
The training for this award is a blend of face to face, on-line and eLearning. The initial session will be a full day of face-to-face training. This is followed by four or five shorter on-line sessions. During the course you will be required to:
Complete several eLearning courses on Racing2Learn to consolidate your understanding of mentor related subject areas. Complete a learner portfolio (workbook)Provide evidence of practical mentoring. The total guided learning time will be a minimum of 21 hours. You should be prepared to undertake a minimum of 6 hours of mentoring with additional time allowed for planning and reviewing the mentoring process. Time should also be allowed to complete the portfolio and the eLearning courses. Full guidance and support will be given, with the opportunity to additional face to face sessions and a mid-term review. The only cost you will have to pay is for the qualification registration, which is £55.
