Mentorship

Catalog description

This course will explore the functions of a mentor at the theoretical, administrative and educational levels in agency settings, higher education and autonomous practice. The multifaceted roles of the mentor as consultant, a trusted guide, a caring responsible adult and a positive role model will be studied from a variety of theoretical perspectives. Issues concerning ethical commitment, personal and professional interests and intersectionality in the areas of race, class, ethnicity, national origin, disability and sexual orientation will constitute major themes for the course.