Kishwaukee College’s Tutoring Services department recently received certification
of its online tutoring program through the Association of Colleges for Tutoring and
Learning Assistance (ACTLA).
The ACTLA awards Online Tutoring Program Certification to online tutoring programs
that meet or exceed rigorous professional standards for tutoring methodology, technological
innovation and other programmatic considerations.
“As the needs of our students change, Kishwaukee College has shifted to a greater
variety of online or hybrid classes. It is important for our tutors to support all
our students interactively in any learning environment. Tutoring Services is proud
to earn this certification to help our students succeed,” said Frances Whaley, Director
of Library & Academic Support Services.
An ACTLA review team performed a thorough review of Kish’s Tutoring Services practices
before awarding the certification.
“The reviewing team was impressed with your thorough training plans, focus on student
success, and thoughtful observation and evaluation process,” they noted in their review.
Tutoring Services at Kishwaukee College offers free academic support in math, writing,
science, technology and more. Students can meet with Kish tutors via Zoom or in-person
or utilize 24/7 tutoring through Brainfuse. In addition to the ACTLA certification,
Kish Tutoring Services maintains a College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA)
International Tutor Training Program Certification.
Learn more or connect with Kish’s Tutoring Services at kish.edu/tutoring.