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Maynooth University Department of Psychology

Qualification : MICRO-CREDENTIAL (9)

Award Type and NFQ level : MICRO-CREDENTIAL

CAO/PAC code : MMC28;MMC29

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Closing Date : 03 November 2024

This is an APPROVED COURSE for the HCI Pillar 3 50% Learner Fee Subsidy. For more information see our webpage.

The Mentoring for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion micro-credential introduces mentors to the practical steps involved in building relationships. It introduces the basic concepts of equality, diversity and inclusion and walks mentors through the interactive and participatory processes that can be used to enhance positive relationship building.  Upon completion of the micro-credential the mentor will have a broader understanding of the skills associated with mentoring and communicating effectively. The course involves learners’ participation in training and reflection, as well as engaging in a mentoring relationship with a young person.

This course is open to experienced professionals who do not have a primary degree. Applicants with a minimum 2:2 level 8 (Honours) degree can also apply. Applicants must provide an up-to-date curriculum vitae with their application. 

Applicants must be willing to complete Garda Vetting as part of the application process for this micro-credential. 

For more information on the minimum English language requirements, please refer to the Language Competencies section of the Maynooth University Micro-credentials Entry Requirements and the English Language Requirements tab here for the tests and scores that are accepted.

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This course will be taught via a mixture of seminars, mentoring sessions, supported reflection hours and further asynchronous learning. Students will participate in three block seminar sessions delivered virtually and supported by a tutorial session. Typically, these sessions will be morning or afternoon, midweek or weekends. The schedule for these sessions will be made available before the course start date to enable full-time working students to plan their calendar effectively. Additionally, students will participate in a formal mentoring programme which includes hour long mentoring sessions and reflection hours. The mentoring will be conducted via face-to-face and virtual options with the mentees. Mentorship will be facilitated as a structured session during a larger education programme. These sessions will be scheduled and managed by the academic team in Maynooth University. There is ongoing support and contact with the tutor throughout the course.

Course Duration: 12 weeks, part-time

Becoming a skilled mentor can contribute to participants personal success and career development in several domains. Mentorship can provide numerous benefits for mentors and their mentees, including relationship building skills, committment and support skills. These are transferable skills relevant to careers in the private and public sector, and are specifically relavent to coaching roles and support work. Graduates of the Micro-credential will also be specialised in Diversity and Inclusion, making them perfect candidates for D & I roles that are responsible for coordinating, administrating and leading Universal Diversity and Inclusion work . Graduates of the micro-credential will ultimately be able to appreciate, explore and implement the best practice in equality, diversity and inclusion and mentoring within their own settings, whether this be in the public or private sector.

Approved Course: 50% Learner Fee Subsidy. For further information, please visit our webpage.

Online applications only: https://gck.fm/ktcay

The following documents should be uploaded to your online application form:

  • Completed NVB 1 Form and relevant documents.
  • Proof of nationality (i.e. valid passport).
  • Curriculum Vitae.
  • Proof of qualifications (if applicable - the transcript/parchment must include full name, name of the qualification, conferring date and name of awarding body).
  • Proof of name change (e.g. marriage certificate - if applicable).
  • Proof of meeting the minimum English language requirements (if applicable).

Note: failure to provide all necessary documents will result in your application being cancelled and returned to be resubmitted.

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