About the Academy

The Mentoring Academy provides a structured yet relational framework for cultivating spiritual, professional, and personal growth. Fellows will gain skills in Christian mentoring and discipleship, preparing them to invest in the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Guided by experienced Mentoring Guides, Fellows will engage in:

• Spiritual Formation – Building habits of prayer, Scripture study, worship, and discipleship.
• Professional Formation – Navigating ethical challenges, career and specialty choice, and the realities of healthcare training with a Christ-centered worldview.
• Personal Growth – Addressing resilience, relationships, finances, and wellness as a healthcare professional.

The program spans 12 months (April 2027 – April 2028) and includes:

• In-person sessions: Kick-off and Graduation at CMDA’s National Convention (NatCon), plus a Mid-Course Retreat in October
• Large-group virtual sessions with guest speakers and faculty mentors
• Monthly one-on-one mentoring with an assigned Guide
• Self-directed reading, reflection, and application activities

Graduates of the Academy will be equipped to mentor others, multiply their impact, and advance the Great Commission in healthcare.

Program Highlights

• Duration: April 2027 – April 2028
• Time Commitment: ~44 hours across the year (combination of in-person, virtual, and self-study)
• Format: Blended learning, in person and online
• Mentoring: One-on-one Guide relationship throughout the year
• Community: Opportunities to learn alongside peers and leaders in Christian healthcare
• Recognition: Completion recognized at the Academy Graduation during NatCon 2028

Program Cost

• $995 course fee includes:
  • All books and learning materials
  • 10 hours of Continuing Education credit
  • Lodging and meals for the October Mid-Course Retreat

Eligibility

• Christian healthcare professionals: physicians, dentists, advanced practice providers, and allied health professionals
• Commitment to attend 3 in-person sessions:
  • Thursday, April 29, 2027: Kick-off at NatCon 2027 (Covington, KY)
  • Saturday, October 9, 2027: Mid-Course Retreat (location TBD)
  • April 2028: Luncheon and Graduation at NatCon 2028
• Active participation in monthly virtual meetings throughout the year
• A desire to grow as a disciple-maker and invest in future generations of healthcare professionals
• Active CMDA membership