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# How do I add a trainer or mentor to a learning journey


# Adding a Trainer or Mentor to a Learning Path

If there is someone leading the learning path, add them as a trainer or mentor. It's straightforward to add a trainer or mentor to a learning path.

**Step 1:** Ensure that the person has the general role of a trainer. You can do this via management > users > click on the user's name > profile.

**Step 2:** Go to the learning path for which you want to make this user a trainer or mentor. Open the trainers tab and click on the plus icon.

**Step 3:** You can now select one of the two options:
* Mentor
* Trainer
![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/efb20d00b64eb000/image_152xa92.png)Mentors and trainers can communicate with all participants via chat. They can also monitor the progress of the lesson modules and manage the lists of assignments.

## What is the difference between a mentor and a trainer?

The difference is that a mentor is not shown to the participants in the learning path, while a trainer is. Choose trainer if you want participants to be able to contact the trainer. Choose mentor if you want this role to remain hidden from the participants.