Peer tutors will work with WSU students in their content areas of expertise. Tutors must commit to tutoring at least three students for the entire semester including closed week. Tutors are required to attend the Tutor Training Course - Level I which provides them with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to become a successful tutor.
Training occurs concurrently with tutoring.
Successful completion of the tutorial training course plus 25 hours of peer tutoring experience will enable the tutor to qualify for Tutor Certification by the College Reading and Learning Association. Tutors must obtain a signed recommendation from a WSU faculty member in the Department for each subject area they wish to tutor and also have the approval of the Coordinator. Peer tutor applicants should have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above and a 3.0 in their major field of study. Under special circumstances a GPA of 3.0 in the major field of study alone will be accepted. Tutors need good verbal communication skills and the ability to work with students from varied backgrounds and with varieties of skill levels.