# Tutor Training (Program)

Mt. San Antonio College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Short-Term Vocational

Source: https://catalog.mtsac.edu/programs/noncredit-programs/programsaz/vocational-programs/voc-tutor-training/

**Local Certificate**  
**G8150**

Tutor Training certificate emphasizes tutoring strategies, learning styles, problem-solving, and best practices for working with a diverse student population.

##### Program Learning Outcomes

The goal of the Tutor Training Certificate is to prepare tutors to work effectively with a diverse group of learners. Tutoring strategies, learning styles, problem solving, and best practices for working with a diverse student population will be emphasized. Upon completion of the Tutor Training Certificate, students will be able to demonstrate the following:

-   Identify tutor’s and tutee’s responsibilities.
-   Identify adult learning theories and tutoring strategies.
-   Develop various skills to promote active, independent learning.
-   Develop and establish a protocol for tutoring sessions.
-   Compare and contrast tutoring styles and techniques.
-   Identify problematic areas for the tutor.
-   Explore tutor’s role in varied settings such as one-on-one or in groups.
-   Identify and address tutor's personal biases to promote an equitable learning environment based on understanding, acceptance, and respect.

Review Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for this program.

##### Required Courses

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ↳ VOC TR10A | Introduction to Tutoring |  |
| **Choose one of the following courses:** | |  |
| ↳ VOC TR10B | Tutoring in the English Language |  |
| ↳ VOC TR10C | Tutoring - Supplemental Instructor |  |
| ↳ VOC TR10D | Tutoring in Mathematics |  |
| ↳ VOC TR10R | Tutoring in Reading |  |