Structured program

A structured program is the running of mentoring within a defined design and order. In these programs the matching, duration, goals, and frequency of meetings are defined in advance; the process is not left to itself but set within a frame. Structure makes mentoring predictable and measurable, but when too rigid it can also restrict the naturalness of the relationship. A well-designed program balances structure with flexibility. A clear frame offers a safe ground, especially to beginners.