What's the Difference Between Coaching and Mentoring in Higher Education?

Ruben Navarrette: I often talk about belonging and purpose is really missing in higher ed today. And then the third you mentioned is support. It seems like that's the thing that is often missing at traditional colleges and universities. He says both of your organizations provide a lot of wraparound support services, the coaching, the mentoring, the job placement.Navarrette: Most learners would say they chose Merit America to get an industry recognized credential. But what actually made the difference, what helped them make the transition from a low age job to an upwardly mobile career, is the deep professional development and support of a coach.