Mentors play a critical role in supporting young people, but many feel underprepared to address mental health challenges. MentorPRO Academy’s Self-Paced Mentoring for Youth Mental Health training empowers mentors and staff with practical, research-backed tools to support youth with confidence and care.
This 9-session, self-paced professional certification bridges clinical research with real-world mentoring practice. Developed by Professor Elizabeth Raposa of Fordham University, a leading expert in youth mental health and resilience, the course translates proven strategies into approaches mentors can apply immediately.
Participants can:
- Build practical skills to support youth experiencing anxiety, depression, and related challenges
- Learn evidence-based strategies validated in clinical settings
- Adapt tools across diverse mentoring program context
- Increase confidence in providing safe, effective, and supportive mentorship
Graduates earn a Certificate in Mentoring for Youth Mental Health, provided by The Center for Evidence-Based Mentoring, and gain exclusive access to expert lectures and implementation resources.
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