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Table 2 Mentor training components

From: Training scholars in dissemination and implementation research for cancer prevention and control: a mentored approach

Training activity

Description

Length/ format

Timing

Asynchronous online module

University of Minnesota’s CTSI online mentor training modules: http://www.ctsi.umn.edu/education-and-training/mentoring/mentor-training

Modules explore mentoring models, mentor roles and responsibilities, structure and dynamics of the mentoring relationship, and strategies for facilitating and addressing challenges to the mentoring process [29]

90–120 min, self-paced

2–3 months before initial fellow assignment

Synchronous online meeting

Led by Mentoring Consultant. This included the introduction of a template mentoring contract for mentors to use with their fellows. This training was based on the evidence-based curriculum, Entering Mentoring [30,31,32,33]

60 min, online platform (e.g., Blackboard classroom, adobe connect)

1 month before training institute

Face-face meeting

Led by Mentoring Consultant: Review the previous mentor training sessions and review the institute agenda with a focus on the mentoring activities and discussed effective communication strategies

60 min, in person

Morning, day 1 of Summer Institute

Follow-up

During monthly core faculty calls, Mentoring Consultant would help troubleshoot any on-going mentoring concerns.

Varied

As needed