Training to become a Big Brother or Sister is done on an individual basis during several steps of the application process.

1. Interview – this is where questions are answered and general information is provided including how the match meetings are conducted, what happens after the interview is complete, etc.
2. Introduction of Match Support Specialist (mss) and discussion of potential Littles – this is when the match support specialist assigned to work with you introduces themselves to you through a phone call and discusses any additional questions they may have in the qualities of the child you are interested in mentoring. This is also the time when they explain the next steps in the process and describe potential littles to you if they have found a potential match. It also provides an additional opportunity to ask questions.
3. Match Meeting – The mss will discuss safety, conduct, rules of being a mentor in the program, provide handouts discussing activities, and conduct the introduction between you and your Little or you, your Little, and the Little’s guardian (community-based).

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