- Type Experience
- Level Intermediate
Distinguished Peer Tutor
Issued by
American College of Healthcare Sciences
This peer-nominated award is given to a peer tutor who has gone above and beyond to support, motivate, mentor, and engage students. The Distinguished Peer Tutor helps students achieve success, creates a sense of belonging, and provides support with grace and compassion. Learn more about American College of Healthcare Sciences badges and earn wellness credentials at https://achs.edu/academics/departments/microcredentials/. Note, in 2024, ACHS transitioned from Credly to a new credential issuer.
- Type Experience
- Level Intermediate
Skills
- developing writing skills
- finding sources
- Leadership
- Mentorship
- navigating the library
- role of peer tutor
- unpacking research
Earning Criteria
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Tutoring demonstrates leadership by assisting others to set goals and motivating them to develop their skills and alter behaviors to reach those goals. Tutors also may be called upon to advocate for their students and provide helpful feedback to academic staff.