Purpose

The ICRM Mentoring program is another resource to assist CRA and CRM candidates in preparation for challenging the Parts 1-5 and Part 6 certification exams.

The mentoring program provides clear instructions and uniform processes for mentoring activities relating to the CRA and CRM examinations.

• Participation as a mentee in the ICRM Mentoring Program does not guarantee that a candidate will pass any or all examinations.
• Participation as a mentor in the ICRM Mentoring Program may be eligible for Certification Maintenance Points (CMPs) for the CRM designation.

Program Eligibility / Participation

Participants in the ICRM Mentoring Program (Mentors and Mentees) are required to register with ICRM to participate. Requirements for program participants are listed below.

ICRM Mentee:

• Registered in a current examination cycle for the CRM examination (Parts 1-5, Part 6) or CRA examination (Parts 2-4) process.
• Registered through ICRM as a participant in the mentoring program
• Review the ICRM Mentee Guidance

ICRM Mentor:

• Certified Records Manager (CRM) in good standing
• Has signed and acknowledged a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) to participate in the Mentoring Program
• Is aware of available and most current ICRM Mentor Training Materials through a signed acknowledgement every three (3) years

ICRM Mentoring Committee Chair:

• Coordinates mentees and mentors participating in the Mentorship Program
• Acts as a liaison with the ICRM Board of Regents Exam Development Committee to obtain and be familiar with study materials and processes (such as mentor training) provided through the Mentorship Program
• Provides Committee Leads with Mentoring Program Guidelines and Resources

Program Administration

The ICRM Mentoring Program is endorsed by the ICRM Board of Regents; the Board appoints the ICRM Mentoring Committee Chair who administers the program, including recruiting two examination leads (one for Parts 1-5; another for Part 6).

The ICRM Board of Regents reports annually to its members on Mentoring Program activities, including program participation, satisfaction surveys, and other measures. This information is provided to the Board by the Mentoring Committee Chair.

Program Resources

Training packages and Mentor training are provided by ICRM. Training components are reviewed annually and updated at least once every three years to ensure relevant and accurate information resources are available for program participants.

Additional Information

ICRM offers a mentoring group through LinkedIn for communications relating to the ICRM Mentoring Program. This LinkedIn site acts as an information sharing venue for individuals studying for, and individuals supporting others studying for the ICRM examinations.

For More Information

Contact the ICRM Mentorship Program Chair at mentor@icrm.org for information:

• Participation/registration in the Mentoring Program
• Code of Conduct/Responsibilities for Program participants (including Chairs)
• Resources available for participants in the Mentoring Program
• Submission guidelines for certification maintenance points (CMPs)