COUN 230 is a one-hour class required of all new tutors.  The purpose and objectives of the course are

• To promote the status of student peer tutors and provide a more consistent and valued preparation for students engaging in tutoring activity.
• To assist the learning and success of all WCU students by developing a competent, quality base of academic assistance.
• To assist faculty by preparing peer tutors to offer quality academic support outside of the classroom.
• To qualify tutors for Level 1 International Tutor Certification through the College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA). 

• Tutor Job Description and What Students Can Expect from the CAT Center
• Tutor Contract
• Basic Guidelines for Conducting Your Tutoring Sessions
• Techniques for Successfully Beginning and Ending a Tutoring Session
• Closing Your Tutoring Sessions
• Session Strategies and Activities
• Developmental Challenges Confronting College Students
• Tutor Observation Form

• Personality Inventory
• C.I.T.E. Learning Styles Inventory

• Workshop Reflection Paper