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- New Horizons
  NERCOMP members save 30% off the list price for all New Horizons classes. This is a great opportunity to take advantage of numerous training and certifications at deeply discounted prices.
- Moodle
  NERCOMP members save 15% on the Moodle Educator Certification (MEC) program. It is a comprehensive teaching and learning curriculum designed to help you develop transferable knowledge and skills to be effective educators in today’s growing digital workplace.
- Canvas
  NERCOMP members save hundreds of dollars on the Canvas Certified Educator (CCE) program. Learn about best practices through this flexible, asynchronous facilitated 36-week program geared toward individuals in teaching roles, instructional design, and professional development/training positions at their institutions with basic familiarity with Canvas.
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  The Mentorship Program offers members a platform to engage in ongoing learning and professional growth and highlighting our commitment to providing quality professional development opportunities and fostering a vibrant community of IT professionals.
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  NERCOMP advances innovation and leadership in educational institutions across the Northeastern United States.
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Mentorship Program

Mentorship Logo 2 NERCOMP Mentorship Program Overview
The NERCOMP Mentorship Program, launched following a member survey in winter 2021/2022, aligns with our mission by providing a platform for ongoing learning and professional growth. During our pilot program in 2023-2024 we had 62 individuals representing 39 instutions participate!

The program aims to:

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Foster professional growth and learning opportunities.
Create a supportive environment for insights, skill enhancement, and connections.
Empower mentees to excel in their roles and advance educational technology.
Provide networking, resources, and collaboration opportunities.
Leverage community expertise to drive innovation across the NERCOMP region.

Unique Features

Offers both one-to-one and small-group mentorship options.
Emphasizes region-specific relevance.
Integrates emotional intelligence (EQ) principles.
Provides opportunities for reverse mentoring.

Join us in enhancing your career and contributing to a dynamic community of IT professionals.

New for Fall 2024 (based on participant feedback):

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion components
Work/Life Harmony informatation available
Optional Public Speaking, Digital Well-being, and Communications webinars

Time commitment/Expectations:

Varies from 1-3 hours per month
Meeting at least one time per month
The length of the relationship is at least 3 months but can continue for longer based on mentee needs and schedule

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Fall 2024 Application Deadlines

Wednesday, September 18, 2024: Introduction to the NERCOMP Mentorship Program-Webinar

Friday, September 20, 2024: Mentor and Small Group Facilitator Applications Due

Wednesday, September 25, 2024: Mentee Applications Due

Thursday/Friday, September 26/27, 2024: Mentorship Assignments Go Out

Applications:
One-to-One Mentor
One-to-One Mentee
Small Group Mentor/Facilitator
Small Group Mentee

Monday, September 30, 2024
11:00 a.m. One-to-One Mentor Training
11:30 a.m. Small Group Mentor Training
1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Mentee Orientation

**Please note that participants may go through the program as often as they would like, either as a mentor, small group facilitator, or mentee. We also encourage those who have gone through the program as a mentee to become a mentor or small group facilitator.

Register for the Introduction to the NERCOMP Mentorship Program Webinar taking place on September 18, 2024

Detailed Information and Applications

One-to-One Mentorship (Mentor Information)

One-to-One Mentor Application (due Friday, September 20, 2024)

One-to-One Mentorship (Mentee Information)

One-to-One Mentee Application (due Wednesday, September 25, 2024)

Small-group Mentorship (Mentor/Faciliator Information)

Small Group Facilitator Application (due Friday, September 20, 2024)

Small-Group Mentorship (Mentee/Participant Information)

Small Group Mentee Application (due by Wednesday, September 25, 2024)

FAQ document for the Mentorship Program.

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Professional Development Sessions
*Optional, but encouraged professional development sessions to discuss with your mentors, small group facilitators, and/or mentees:

Public Speaking Webinar: Wednesday, October 9, 2024, 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

EQ Webinar: Wednesday, October 16, 2024, 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

Digital Well-Being Webinar: Thursday, November 7, 2024, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Communications Webinar: Tuesday, December 3, 2024, 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m

Become a Member

Complete the application for Institution Membership to start using NERCOMP member benefits now!

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