ACCREDITATION OF MENTORS WHO ACCOMPANY ENTREPRENEURS

Accreditation of mentors

Accreditation of mentors is a process in which a mentor's competence to perform his or her role effectively is verified. The accreditation issues mentorDay for professionals who pass the mentoring programme. 

There are different types of mentoring accreditation, some of which include:

1. Experience-based accreditation: Awarded to those mentors who can demonstrate a successful track record in business or in their area of expertise.
2. Education-based accreditation: Awarded to those mentors who have completed the mentoring training programme and have demonstrated competence in the area.
3. Evaluation-based accreditation: Awarded to those mentors who have been evaluated by their mentees and/or by a committee of mentoring experts and have demonstrated competence in the area.

Although mentor accreditation is a voluntary process for each person, it is highly recommended to be a good mentor, but it is required by mentorDay before matching with entrepreneurs. 

With the accreditation of mentors we improve the quality of mentoring offered to entrepreneurs, increase the confidence and credibility of mentors, and promote best practices in the field of mentoring.

At mentorDay we offer an accreditation programme for new mentors that provides them with the skills and knowledge necessary to help entrepreneurs at different stages of business growth. 

The accreditation programme is specifically designed for mentors who have little time available and need to acquire the necessary skills quickly and efficiently.

One of the advantages of the mentorDay accreditation programme is that it can accredit mentors in different countries and with different cultural backgrounds. The programme does not require mentors to have previous mentoring experience, as they are provided with the training and support necessary to develop the skills and competencies needed to be an effective mentor.

The accreditation programme focuses on train mentors in the key areas of mentoring, such as setting clear objectives, effective communication, feedback and monitoring mentee progress. The final objective is equip mentors with the necessary skills and knowledge to guide entrepreneurs in the process of growing their businesses and help them achieve their goals.

THERE ARE OTHER ORGANISATIONS THAT ISSUE REGULATIONS ON HOW MENTORS SHOULD BE ACCREDITED, AMONG THEM:

• ICF (International Coaching Federation) (+).
• ILM (Institute of Leadership and Management) (+).
• CMI (Chartered Management Institute) (+).
• AoEC (Academy of Executive Coaching).
• EMCC (+).

Each of these organisations has its own methodology and accreditation process, but they all share the goal of ensuring quality and ethics in the work of mentors and coaches.

In summary, the mentorDay accreditation programme is an excellent opportunity for those who wish to become effective mentors and support entrepreneurs at different stages of their business growth. We offer flexible training tailored to the needs of each mentor and provide them with the necessary support to help them succeed in their mentoring role.

The time and cost to obtain accreditation from each entity may vary according to the level and geographical location.

GENERAL INFORMATION IS GIVEN BELOW:

• International Coaching Federation (ICF): The accreditation process can take from 6 months to 2 years and requires a minimum of 100 hours of coaching training. The cost of accreditation varies depending on the level, and can range from US$$400 to US$$2,500.
• Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM): ILM accreditation in leadership and management can be obtained through training programmes ranging from several days to one year, and costs can vary from $500 to $3,000 USD.
• Chartered Management Institute (CMI): CMI accreditation can be obtained through online training and learning programmes, and costs can range from USD $500 to USD $5,000. The length of the accreditation process can also vary according to level and geographic location.
• Academy of Executive Coaching (AoEC): AoEC accreditation can be obtained through courses and training programmes lasting between 6 and 12 months. Costs can vary between $5,000 and $10,000 USD.
• European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC): EMCC accreditation can be obtained through different routes, and costs can vary according to the level. The length of the process can also vary, but is typically several months to a year. Costs can range from $500 to $5,000 USD.

It is important to Please note that these are only estimated costs and the duration of the accreditation process may vary depending on many factors, such as the level of prior experience and knowledge of the applicant, the type of training programme chosen, and the geographical location.

mentorDay does not charge volunteer mentors who accompany entrepreneurs who have gone through its acceleration programmes for free.