The National Research Mentoring Network (NRMN) has officially launched its NRMN Mentor Certification program. UNTHSC is one of the 5 partner institutions leading the National Research Mentoring Network. The Center for Diversity and International Programs (https://unthsc.edu/cdip) hosts the Mentorship and Networking Core and NRMN-STAR (one of four Professional Development programs).
UNTHSC Faculty members may visit NRMNet.net and apply to be recognized as an NRMN Mentor, NRMN Certified Mentor, or NRMN Master Mentor to receive a nationally recognized mentor certification.
To access the application, visit: https://nrmnet.net/nrmn-mentor-certifications/
Mentors whose applications are approved will receive a certificate endorsed by NRMN, recognizing their level of experience and skill as a mentor. The three designations are as follows:
1. NRMN Mentor – A mentor who has signed up as a mentor within NRMN’s Guided Virtual Mentorship platform, has completed viewing the appropriate orientation materials, and has completed at least one 4-month mentorship cycle with a mentee.
2. NRMN Certified Mentor – An NRMN Mentor who has served as mentor for at least three different NRMN mentees, and who has participated in additional NRMN mentor training at special session(s) held with partner organizations or at NRMN sponsored workshops.
3. NRMN Master Mentor – An NRMN Certified Mentor who has significant experience and success as a mentor.
For any questions or to find out more, you may visit the CDIP office in EAD-248.