The IPA Mentor Program offers student members the opportunity to have a mentor that closely matches their professional interests. You can personalize your request for a mentor to include things like finding a mentor in your geographic area or with your specific research or clinical interests!
Mentors and mentees commit to a one-year relationship, after which time the student may select a new mentor in order to have a variety of exposures to psychologists around the state.
Not yet a student member of IPA? Join today for only $30!
What are the benefits of having an Iowa psychologist as your mentor?
- You can contact your mentor via email to ask questions related to professional development (coursework, practicum, training experiences, future employment, or preparing for graduate school)
- Your mentor will be available to have dinner or lunch with you at least one time per semester
- If you attend IPA Conferences or the APA Annual Convention, your mentor will introduce you to other psychologists and/or students.
- If you're interested, you can visit your mentor's workplace or school and shadow what a typical morning or afternoon might look like.
How do you get a mentor?
Print and complete the Mentee Application indicating your preferences and send it to the IPA Central Office. You'll be connected with an IPA representative who will assist and guide you in finding a mentor. We'll match you with a mentor as soon as possible so you can start enjoying the benefits of working with a mentor!
If you have any questions, please contact
Carmella Schultes, IPA Executive Director
IPA Central Office
48428 290th Ave., Rolfe, IA 50581
712-848-3595 712-848-3892 (fax)
ipa@iowatelecom.net
