What

The ACLP Mentorship Program is a structured six-month program (January - June) designed to support the career development and growth of both emerging & established child life specialists.

Using a new platform (desktop and app versions), individuals will be paired together based on criteria outlined in the application. Pairings will work together during the six month duration (and beyond) through a series of monthly webinars (earn 6.0 PDUs), one-on-one meetings, and messaging.

Applications for the 2024 program will be open November 1-15, 2023.

Timeline

• November 1: Mentorship Program Applications Open
• November 15: Mentorship Program Applications Close
• November 16 - December 31: Pairings are determined
• January 2024: Individuals will be notified of their match
• January - June, 2024: Monthly webinars and meetings

Mentor Criteria & Application

To be considered as a Mentor, individuals must:

• Hold the Certified Child Life Specialist credential
• Be employed as a CCLS for at least three years by January 2024
• Be a professional member of ACLP
• Identify and describe skills or expertise that could be shared with a mentee and a desire to support a mentee
• Submit a completed application (including a resume)

Applications for the 2024 program will be open November 1-15, 2023.

Mentee Criteria & Application

To be considered as a Mentee, individuals must:

• Hold the Certified Child Life Specialist credential as of January 2024
• Be a professional member of ACLP
• Be currently employed as a child life specialist, with at least one year of paid work
• Describe a general learning or professional development focus
• Submit an application (including resume)

Applications for the 2024 program will be open November 1-15, 2023.