Become A Mentor
At Words Are Rich LLC, we recognize that mentorship can be one of the most powerful tools for personal transformation. Our Mentorship Program offers both opportunities to serve as a mentor and pursue professional development through our certification tracks, designed to equip leaders at every level.
Become a Mentor
Already experienced and passionate about serving others? Join our community of leaders and help guide individuals through transformation.
Who We’re Looking For:
• Life coaches, educators, professionals
• Justice-impacted leaders ready to give back
• Community advocates with lived experience
Ready to volunteer? Fill out the Mentor Application
Mentor Certification Tracks
Our structured mentorship certification system provides training, tools, and credibility for those looking to mentor professionally or within their communities. Whether you’re new to mentorship or ready for advanced leadership, we’ve designed something for you.
Certified Mentor (CM)
(Free | 4–5 Hour Course)
An introductory certification that lays the foundation for understanding the mentor-mentee relationship, especially within group settings. Ideal for volunteers, peer leaders, and those new to mentorship.
Topics Covered Include:
• Overview of mentorship principles
• One-on-one vs. group mentoring
• Roles of mentors, mentees, and group leaders (MGL)
• Communication patterns and trust-building
• Establishing group structure and confidentiality
• Common challenges and strategies
• Downloadable forms, resources, and discussion guides
📝 Certification includes short reading assignments, a practice session, and a quiz for completion.
Certified Professional Mentor (CPM)
(Paid | Self-Paced Virtual Course)
A comprehensive certification for individuals seeking to mentor professionally. This course explores both the theory and application of mentorship, with deeper dives into leadership dynamics, diversity, and relationship management.
Topics Covered Include:
• Mentorship vs. coaching
• Mentor and mentee perspectives
• Types of mentoring: formal & informal
• Setting expectations and boundaries
• Stages of the mentoring relationship
• Effective communication & feedback
• Leading with empathy and inclusion
• Practice scenarios and quizzes
📚 Includes workbook, reflection guides, and mentor-mentee agreements
🎓 Certificate issued upon successful completion and grading
Master Certified Mentor (MCM)
(Advanced Track | Launching Soon)
Designed for experienced mentors, program directors, and trainers, this track focuses on high-level leadership within mentoring systems. It prepares candidates to supervise mentoring programs, train other mentors, and develop scalable frameworks.
Will Include:
• Curriculum design & facilitation skills
• Leading mentorship programs at scale
• Ethics, impact measurement, and reporting
• Coaching & mentorship integration
• Training the trainer methodology
• Final project + live assessment
🕐 More info and enrollment details coming soon.
📣 Speaking Engagements & Mentor Recruitment
Oli Porter regularly speaks at schools, community centers, jails, and reentry programs to inspire and recruit mentors who want to make an impact.