What is the purpose of a mentor or sponsor in the PQS process?

• A. To guide the trainee, provide feedback, and ensure progress toward completion of tasks and knowledge items
• B. To discipline the trainee
• C. To assign shifts
• D. To approve leave

Answer: (A)

In PQS, a mentor or sponsor acts as a guide and coach for the trainee. Their main role is to help plan the qualification journey, provide regular feedback on performance and knowledge checks, identify gaps, and track progress toward completing the required tasks and knowledge items. This support ensures the trainee stays on track and achieves the competencies needed for certification. Disciplining the trainee, assigning shifts, or approving leave are not part of the PQS mentorship role, as those are administrative or supervisory functions outside the mentorship process.