Advancing the EMS profession

Mentee Application Information

Application for the Class of 2026 Lighthouse Leadership Mentoring Program opens January 3, 2025

Mentee Qualifications

  • Current NAEMT member
  • EMT certification or higher
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in EMS
  • Current engagement, as an employee or active volunteer in the EMS field
  • Commitment to the Lighthouse Leadership Program

Mentee Responsibilities

  • Attends the Lighthouse Leadership orientation program
  • Commits to meeting with their mentor on a regular basis
  • Is prepared and ready to work in each mentor session
  • Commits to the development of a professional relationship with their mentor based on mutual trust and respect
  • Attends monthly Leadership Forum sessions
  • Completes and presents a Leadership Project

Mentee Program Timeline

  • May 2025 – Mentee Orientation (virtual)
  • June 2025 – Leadership Vision Statement Development, Regular Mentoring Begins
  • July 2025 – Goals Development, Monthly Leadership Forum Sessions Begin
  • August-September 2025 – Leadership Topic Development
  • January 2026 – Leadership Topic Proposal Presentations
  • July 2026 – Leadership Project Presentations to Mentors and Committee
  • October 2026 – Graduation