Professional Mentor
  • Type Certification
  • Level Advanced
  • Time Months
  • Cost Free

Professional Mentor

Issued by Arizona Public Service

The earner of this badge has completed APS's Professional Mentoring Program signifying expertise in mentoring and inspiring mentees to achieve professional breakthroughs. This badge earner has served as a trusted counselor and guide, and works to lead, inspire, and motivate mentees by expanding their awareness, insights, and perspective. Mentors are a powerful force for developing successful professionals.

  • Type Certification
  • Level Advanced
  • Time Months
  • Cost Free

Skills

  • Career Development
  • Communication
  • Growth Mindset
  • Informal Leadership
  • Learning Facilitation
  • Mentorship
  • Professional Mentoring

Earning Criteria

  • Complete the APS Professional Mentoring program where the badge earner discovers the mentor's critical role, learns about the mentor/mentee relationship, and explores the skillsets, toolsets, and mindsets needed to be an effective mentor.
  • Apply new skills by serving as a mentor, building a relationship with their mentee on a foundation of trust, and providing guidance and recommendations to help their mentee further develop skills and competencies.