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Online Short Course

Mentorship

Ready to become a mentor who truly makes a difference? This 6−week online course is your key to refining your coaching skills and expanding your cross-cultural awareness. Designed for professionals who want to build thriving, impactful mentoring relationships, this course will guide you through crafting a strategic mentorship plan, mastering the art of candid yet compassionate conversations, and navigating the complexities of cross-cultural dynamics.

 

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Course Curriculum

In the first module, you will explore the key principles of effective mentorship and reflect on your goals and motivations as a mentor. You will also learn to craft a personal mentorship philosophy that aligns with your professional objectives and discover the requirements and expectations of QCTO, the public accrediting body when it comes to impactful mentorship.

 

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Key Info

  • Course Duration: 6 Weeks
  • Accreditation:
  • Access: Online
  • Start Date: 14 July 2025
  • Cost: R6500.00

What you'll learn

  • Develop and implement a strategic mentorship plan that aligns with personal and organisational goals.
  • Facilitate effective and empathetic coaching conversations that foster growth and development.
  • Navigate cross-cultural dynamics to create inclusive and respectful mentoring relationships.
  • Evaluate the impact of mentorship initiatives using qualitative and quantitative measures.
  • Explain the requirements and expectations of the public accrediting body, QCTO (Quality Council for Trades and Occupations), when it comes to mentorship in accredited courses.
Upgrade your skills to pro

Studying this course will equip you with next level cutting-edge skills based on the latest developments.

Learn from the pros

Our lecturers have spent decades working in the industry and know what it takes to make your career soar.

Bring Creativity to mentorship

This course is designed for team leaders, educators, and professionals seeking to enhance their mentorship skills and foster growth in others.

Elevate your career

Be recognised with an industry-centric Red & Yellow certification, giving you a blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills.

Red & Yellow courses are made to future-proof your career

Our courses are designed to accelerate opportunities and give a boost to your CV. Top businesses across industries recognise Red & Yellow graduates as having the practical skills and the theoretical background to hit the ground running with confidence and creative flair.

 

Benefits:

Our courses are both current and relevant to the South African context.

Applicable, practical assignments:

  • So that you can apply what you’re learning to your everyday work life, and your specific business challenges.

Discussion Forums and Chat sessions:

  • Helping you develop your professional network.
  • Hosted by your coach, lecturer, or subject specialist.
  • Ideal opportunities to discuss the content and get answers to all your questions.

Personalized feedback:

  • Tailored to your individual strengths, and opportunities for personal improvement.

A dedicated team:

  • Acting as your “virtual” support crew whose only focus is to help get you over the finish line.

Included in your course:

  • An industry-sought-after Certificate of Completion from Red & Yellow
  • Original, relevant, and constantly updated content
  • An interactive online learning experience that includes videos, live chat sessions, forum discussions, and more
  • A team of course coordinators to assist you and Instructional Designers and subject matter experts to guide and teach
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This course is perfect for:

  • Professionals seeking to develop or enhance their mentoring skills and build meaningful, impactful relationships with mentees.
  • Managers and team leaders looking to foster growth and development within their teams through effective mentorship.
  • HR professionals and learning and development specialists who aim to create robust mentorship programmes within their organisations.
  • Entrepreneurs, business owners and emerging leaders who are interested in guiding and developing future leaders within their industry.
  • Programme and curriculum designers who must align their courses with accreditation standards and requirements.

Meet your team:

This course was created by, and benefits from, our full-time lecturers’ years of experience in the field – both in lecturing and in industry. They know how to nurture talent and bring out the best in students, resulting in many award-wins over the years.

 

Melissa Opperman

Melissa Opperman

Manager for the School of Lifelong Learning

- Melissa Opperman blends strategic insight with a deep passion for education, ensuring every learner reaches their full potential. - With expertise in SETA, QCTO, and online learning, she drives innovative and accessible education solutions. - Committed to lifelong learning, she empowers individuals to grow in both their personal and professional journeys.

Where Commercial Logic meets Creative Magic

Creative thinking is still the most powerful skill of the future, but only if it’s paired with commercial savvy and the ability to adapt. That’s why we equip future thinkers, doers, and makers with the real-world, future-proof skills they need to thrive. Whether you're climbing the ladder or building something of your own, we’ll help you learn how business works – and how to make it work for you.

Brands we work with

ABSA
PRIMEDIA
MTN
Company 4
TFG

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