Discover Your Potential as a Peer Educator

An Internationally Certified Training Program

Setting Professional Standards for Student Tutors

Learning Resources Center (LRC) tutoring services are internationally certified by the College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) International Tutor Training Program Certification (ITTPC). The certification sets international standards for tutoring services, including program administration, specialized training, evaluation, and leadership development to ensure that all tutors are trained in the most effective tutoring methods.

Become Internationally Certified

The LRC offers student tutors a comprehensive training program where they can qualify to earn their international certification at three levels, Regular, Advanced, and Master. The program provides tutors with international standards on applicable learning theories, best research-based practices and strategies, and hands-on leadership/professional development and personal growth opportunities.

Benefits

  • Allows student tutors to receive recognition and positive reinforcement for their work from an international organization
  • Provides students with hands-on leadership development and personal growth opportunities
  • Excellent resume builder
  • Enhances the Learning Resources Center's tutoring program credibility for CU Denver students and administrators

Reviewer's Comments about Our Program

From the International Tutor Training Program Certification (ITTPC):

  • “This program has the most aggressive training schedule I have seen. The number of training courses offered is impressive.”
  • “Superb program. Well thought out, and extremely comprehensive. One of the best I have reviewed."
  • “Well-established program with strong commitment to professional growth. Focus on impact of training beyond time spent within the program.”
  • “Good variety of topics and opportunities for tutors to match personal/professional interests with program needs.”

Join Our Team of CU Denver Peer Educators

Thank you for your interest in working with the Learning Resources Center. We strive to deliver quality services to CU Denver students. As we make a return to campus and begin our transition to the Learning Commons building in Fall 2021, we are evaluating service needs for new LRC Peer Educators. Please provide your info using the link below, and we will notify you once we post information on our Peer Educator positions. 

 

LRC Peer Educator Interest Form

Peer Educator Resources

TutorLingo®

Effective and engaging online tutor coaching workshops now available 24/7 through CU Denver’s new partnership with TutorLingo®. Training topics are developed in collaboration with CRLA and include: The Role of a Tutor, Learning Theory, Tutoring Students from Diverse Backgrounds… and MORE! Learning happens everywhere with TutorLingo®. Click on the link below to log in with your UCD credentials and begin taking advantage of accessible, relevant, and on-demand tutor training.

Student Tutor International Certifications

Become a New Lynx Learning Hub Ambassador

The Learning Resources Center (LRC) is seeking outgoing, highly-motivated students to join our team! As a Learning Hub Ambassador, you will assist three departments (LRC, MERC/Math Lab, and the Writing Center) in front desk operations. This role serves as the face of the new first-floor Lynx Learning Hub, and delivering friendly, high-quality customer service is a top priority. Learning Hub Ambassadors would be responsible for guest check-ins for appointments and help students navigate the Learning Commons. This role provides you an opportunity to develop service-oriented skills on the phone, via email, and in-person with CU Denver students and our campus community!