There are two key areas of training are available:
MentorPlus - training for those working with young people.
Mentoring Matters -training for those wanting set up a youth mentoring programme.
Find out more about the training most suited to your needs below and click on the link to our online registration form.
Download the 2011 Training Flyer here: 
2011 Youth Mentoring Training Flyer (262K)
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to call us on Tel 09-836-4616 or email us events@youthmentoring.org.nz
The Youth Mentoring Network reserve the right to cancel or postpone a training session due to low registrations. Registrants will be notified by email.
Look out for our additional training sessions - 'Mentoring Boosters' from July onwards.
Youth Mentoring Training is proudly supported by the Ministry of Youth Development.
Cancellation Policy
- All cancellations must be received in writing to events@youthmentoring.org.nz or to the Youth Mentoring Network, PO Box 21-605, Henderson, Auckland, at least 30 days prior to the event
- A cancellation administration fee of $50.00 will apply for all cancellations that you are registered for
In the event that you unable to attend the event and have not advised the Youth Mentoring Network as per clause 1 above, no refund will be granted.
MentorPlus -
Training for individuals already working with young people, who would like to add a Mentoring dimension to this role. This training would also benefit teachers, mentor coordinators, sports coaches, and managers dealing with younger staff within the workplace. MentorPlus is a four-module programme where attendees will learn key skills in communicating effectively with a young person, managing risk & behaviour when working with a young person, helping a young person to explore their identity and culture, and assisting personal development. We are confident the skills encompassed in this programme will develop adults to be an effective Mentor, plus have the ability to support a young person through various stages of their development.
During the Communication module we will particularly focus on developing reflective listening skills, motivation and disclosure. In Risk and Behaviour Management we will be looking at challenging and changing behaviour, influencing factors, boundaries and policies. During the Personal Development module we will focus on developing resiliency in a young person and exploring self-efficacy. And in the final module, we will explore how environments, diversity, gender and culture can contribute to the journey of exploring Identity and Culture for a young person. Attendees will be invited to explore their own whakapapa in order to build effective relationships with young people - an essential foundation for this leadership role.
At the conclusion of the four modules, attendees will receive the Foundation Certificate in Youth Mentoring in New Zealand.
Who Should Attend: Mentor Coordinators, Youth Workers, Teachers, Social Workers, Volunteer Mentors, Sports Coaches and anyone working with young people in New Zealand.
We have listed the areas that are available below but we still have one option available in November. And we want to take that last MentorPlus Training module to a region that wants us to come to them!! We are calling for expressions of interest from those interested in attending MentorPlus over two days in one other region in New Zealand. We will deliver the training in the area where we receive the most interest , so please get all the programmes in your area to register on our website, and we'll come to you.
Just CLICK HERE and fill in the form, and the region with the most votes wins... we'll bring our trainers to a town near you and save you the cost fo travel. As a small charitable trust ourselves, we are all about working collaboratively, so work together to bring us to your region.
AUCKLAND
July 18th 9.30am - 4.30pm (Module 1 & 2)
July 19th 9.30am - 4.30pm (Module 3 & 4)
SORRY THIS SESSION IS SOLD OUT
Venue: Novotel Ellerslie, 112 Greenlane East, Ellerslie, Auckland. Rimu Room 1
Tea & coffee will be provided at the morning tea break.
Attendees are required to bring their own lunch, or may purchase lunch from nearby cafes, or the onsite Acacia Garden Bar. Lunch is not included in the registration fee.
Attendees are required to collect name tags and workbooks each day from registration, and should be seated by 9.20am at the latest. The session will start promptly at 9.30am and unless exceptional circumstances are advised in advance entry will close after 9.35am.
Investment: $380.00 + GST (Modules may not be purchased individually)
AUCKLAND
October 12th 9.30am - 4.30pm (Module 1 & 2)
October 13th 9.30am - 4.30pm (Module 3 & 4)
Venue: Novotel Ellerslie, 112 Greenlane East, Ellerslie, Auckland. Rimu Room 1.
Tea & coffee will be provided at the morning tea break.
Attendees are required to bring their own lunch, or may purchase lunch from nearby cafes, or the onsite Acacia Garden Bar. Lunch is not included in the registration fee.
Attendees are required to collect name tags and workbooks each day from registration, and should be seated by 9.20am at the latest. The session will start promptly at 9.30am and unless exceptional circumstances are advised in advance entry will close after 9.35am
Investment: $380.00 + GST (Modules may not be purchased individually)
WELLINGTON
April 20th 9.30am - 4.30pm (Module 1 & 2)
April 21st 9.30am - 4.30pm (Module 3 & 4)
Venue: Angus Inn Hotel, Cnr Waterloo & Cornwall St, Lower Hutt.
Tea & coffee will be provided at the morning tea break.
Attendees are required to bring their own lunch, or may purchase lunch from nearby cafes. Lunch is not included in the registration fee.
Attendees are required to collect name tags and workbooks each day from registration, and should be seated by 9.20am at the latest. The session will start promptly at 9.30am and unless exceptional circumstances are advised in advance entry will close after 9.35am.
Investment: $420.00 + GST (Modules may not be purchased individually)
BAY OF PLENTY
July 27th 9.30am - 4.30pm (Module 1 & 2)
July 28th 9.30am - 4.30pm (Module 3 & 4)
Venue: Rydges Hotel, 272 Fenton St, Rotorua. Totara Room
Tea & coffee will be provided at the morning tea break.
Attendees are required to bring their own lunch, or may purchase lunch from nearby cafes. Lunch is not included in the registration fee.
Attendees are required to collect name tags and workbooks each day from registration, and should be seated by 9.20am at the latest. The session will start promptly at 9.30am and unless exceptional circumstances are advised in advance entry will close after 9.35am
Investment: $420.00 + GST (Modules may not be purchased individually)
Further Regions to be advised throughout the year.
Mentoring Matters
Support for Programmes working with Young People in New Zealand
Training for organisations wanting to establish a Youth Mentoring programme or align their current mentoring offering with international best practice. This three-day workshop will explore various modules covering best practice in the development and delivery of a youth mentoring programme in New Zealand. Experienced trainers will be joined by a series of specialists over the three days. Attendees will receive a comprehensive workbook of all content covered, which they will work through with the trainers during the workshop. Content to be covered will include;
- An introduction to the youth mentoring landscape in New Zealand
- Designing and Planning your Youth Mentoring Programme
- Evaluation & Monitoring
- Governance & Management
- Business basics
- Recruitment of Volunteers & Mentees
- Selection & Screening
- Orientation and Training
- Making and Supporting the Match
At the conclusion of the three-day workshop, attendees will receive the Certificate in Effective Youth Mentoring Programme Development and Delivery in New Zealand.
Download the Training flyer for more information on Mentoring Matters : 2011 Youth Mentoring Training Flyer (262K)
Who Should Attend: Organisations wanting to set-up or run an effective Youth Mentoring Programme in New Zealand. (Youth Development Programmes, Sports Clubs, Schools, Iwi based youth programmes, Churches, Community-based youth focused organisations, etc)
AUCKLAND
June 21 , 22, 23 9.30am - 4.30pm
November 7, 8, 9 9.30am - 4.30pm
Venue: Novotel Ellerslie, 112 Greenlane East, Ellerslie, Auckland. Rimu Room 3.
Choose the month that suits you and register online.
Tea & coffee along with a muffin will be provided at the morning and afternoon tea breaks. Full buffet lunch will also be provided.
Attendees are required to collect name tags and workbooks each day from registration, and should be seated by 9.20am at the latest. The session will start promptly at 9.30am and unless exceptional circumstances are advised in advance entry will close after 9.35am. These sessions are required to be attended in their entirety in order to achieve the certificate.
Investment: $685.00 + GST (Modules may not be purchased individually)
