Mentor Match Me
CIAT runs an online mentoring scheme for use by all members and affiliates, which allows experienced members and affiliates to act as mentors and assist other members and affiliates in a variety of areas by providing a range of support, advice, and guidance. The platform also encourages e-learning and supports a wide range of learning activities and development resources.
All members and affiliates can benefit in a variety of ways by joining Mentor Match Me as a Mentor and/or Mentee, in aspects such as:
- Guidance on membership progression/qualifying processes to gain Chartered and/or Fellow Membership
- CPD
- Careers advice for those members and affiliates who may be looking into diversifying their skills
- Guidance to those looking to set up in practice on their own
As a mentor, you could have particular skills and/or experience which could be invaluable to other members and affiliates. Some of the advantages to becoming a Mentor include:
- Developing your coaching skills
- Opportunities to network with fellow members and affiliates in the industry
- Fulfilling your obligation to annually undertake a minimum of 35 hours CPD
- Supporting the next generation of Architectural Technology professionals
Any member or affiliate may choose to become a mentee and gain additional knowledge and insight. Benefits include:
- Gaining guidance on the qualifying/progression processes
- Learning about setting up your own CIAT Chartered Practice from experienced practitioners
- Identifying your strengths and weaknesses and the best way to work with these in your career
- Developing a professional network within CIAT
If you want to learn more and haven't already set up an account as a Mentor and/or Mentee, then register at ciat.mentormatch.me