Introduction to mentoring and mentoring programme in psychology

Abstract

This article provides the result of a pilot mentoring programme in the East of England. It defines mentoring as a process of developing individuals psychologically, socially and professionally, which results in action. It has a well defined process. The evaluation of the programme shows that it has a positive outcome and benefits the mentee for their career progression in higher education and training. It recommends that future programmes should be supported by the British Psychological Society (BPS) maximise its impact.