Each Level of Certification requires a minimum number of structured training hours supervised by an NTA certified trainer. Below is a list of recommended training topics for each certification level.
Level I Basic - Face to Face
A minimum of 10 hours of structured tutor training via workshops and conferences with an NTA certified tutor trainer or supervisor.
TRAINING TOPICS TO BE INCLUDED, BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
- Basic learning theory
- Definition of tutoring
- Discussion of tutorial responsibilities and ethics
- Role modeling and mentoring
- Setting goals and planning
- Basic communication skills
- Good listening practices
- Campus support systems
- Basic study skills
- Critical thinking skills
- Literacy concerns
- Tutoring learning disabled students
- Problem solving skills
- Diversity issues
- Learning styles and multiple modalities
- Tutoring specific subjects areas/skills
|