Kishwaukee College’s Tutoring Services recently received Association of Colleges for Tutoring and Learning Assistance certification for its online tutoring program.

The association awards the certification to online tutoring programs that meet or exceed professional tutoring methodology, technological innovation and programmatic consideration of professional standards.

“As the needs of our students change, Kishwaukee College has shifted to a greater variety of online or hybrid classes,” Frances Whaley, Kishwaukee College library and academic support services director, said in a news release. “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.”

The tutoring program was reviewed by an Association of Colleges for Tutoring and Learning Assistance review team.

“The reviewing team was impressed with your thorough training plans, focus on student success, and thoughtful observation and evaluation process,” the review team said.

Kishwaukee College’s Tutoring Services offers free writing, technology, math and science academic support. Students can meet tutors in person, online via Zoom or through Brainfuse tutoring. The tutoring services also maintains College Reading and Learning Association International Tutor Training Program certification.

For information, visit kish.edu/tutoring.