Phase One – Basic Mentor Qualification

Veterans interested in completing mentor training and qualifying as a Veteran Mentor should be prepared to do the following

    • Participate in a face-to-face interview with the Veterans Court Mentor Coordinator.
    • Observe a session of Veterans Court and participate in an interview with a veteran in the justice system.
    • Self-schedule and participate in the Navigator Course (3 hrs) conducted by the Arizona Coalition of Military Families; apply on the Arizona Coalition website

      • The Navigator course additionally provides an excellent opportunity to network with other veteran supporters.
      • The Arizona Coalition of Military Families will provide a certificate of completion, checklists, and other useful material.

    • Successful completion of all of the above and recommendation by the Veterans Court Mentor Coordinator will allow the volunteer to begin serving in that particular Court.