Director Mentorship

leadership programs

The Director Mentorship Leadership Program is a 12-month (April 2024 - March 2025) mentorship program for new clerkship directors, program/residency directors, fellowship directors, and associate directors to gain practical advice and guidance from seasoned directors. This program is designed to encourage personal growth, enhance career development, and increase engagement with the AAN.

Applications for the Director Mentorship Program are open from June 25 to October 31, 2024.

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Eligibility

  • Must be an active AAN US or Canadian member.
  • Must be a director at a US or Canadian academic institution in their role.
  • Seasoned directors – defined as more than 3 years within their role.
  • Associate Directors are eligible to apply as a mentee.
  • Selected recipients will serve as mentors to recipients of the Enhanced Resident Leadership Program or Resident Scholarship to the Annual Meeting.
    • Mentees: If selected, Annual Meeting registration is not included. Selected Mentees are required to register for the meeting.
    • Mentors: If selected, mentors will receive Annual Meeting registration.

Application Requirements

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV).
  • Short statement of interest including:
    • Mentees: Indicate what you are hoping to gain from this program. Why are you seeking a mentor?
    • Mentors: Provide some examples of the skills and knowledge you hope to share with your mentee.
  • Associate Directors can apply as a mentee and will need a letter of support from their clerkship or program director.

Contact Us

For additional information please contact Ben Stoddart, Senior Trainee Education Administrator, Trainee Education, at bstoddart@aan.com