Tutoring Certifications
The ACTP offers two tutoring certification tracks, one for Tutor Trainers and one for Tutors.
Tutor Trainer Certification
Tutor Trainer Certification is obtained onsite at our annual conference.
Who can obtain Tutor Trainer Certification
The training is intended for professionals in higher education serving as tutor trainers (directors, coordinators, supervisors, etc.)
How to obtain Tutor Trainer Certification at the Annual Conference
Certification requires participation in a full-day pre-conference workshop held on the Sunday before the conference begins. A follow-up session on Tuesday is also required and serves as the certification award ceremony
Tentative Pre-conference Schedule
Time
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Certification Topic
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9:00 - 9:30am
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Welcome, Expectations, Process
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9:30 - 10:00am
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Learning Assistance: Types of Programs and Services
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10:00 - 10:15am
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Finding and Integrating Tutors, Networking, Promoting, Marketing
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10:15 - 11:15am
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Training Tutors: "Five Knowledges" Framework
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11:15 - 12:00pm
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Training Tutors: Theory and Sequence
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12:00 - 2:00pm
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Lunch on Your Own
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2:00 - 2:30pm
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Training Tutors: Mindset and Skillset
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2:30 - 3:15pm
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The Role, Identity, and Tasks of the Coordinator / Trainer
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3:15 - 3:45pm
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Assessment: Observations and Evaluations
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3:45 - 4:30pm
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Tutor Certification, Topics, Roadmap
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What happens after Tutor Trainer Certification is recieved
Following the ACTP conference, all certified tutor trainers may then certify individual tutors at their home institution following their first, full training program which meets the minimum number of hours and topics
Tutor Certification
Tutor Certification is awarded by individuals who have received Tutor Trainer Certification.
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