Tutor Training Is Finally Here (And About Time, Right?)

The Course

Dan Lerman, who has been recognized as a leading private tutor for over a decade, recently launched a groundbreaking initiative. He created "Advanced Tutoring Techniques," described as "the first course of its kind at any U.S. university." This offering emerged from Columbia University during the winter term.

The response proved significant. Lerman notes that "The students were amazing. The conversations were next-level. The impact was real."

The momentum continues building. This fall, the world's top tutors will gather for TutorCon in New York City, characterized as combining "TED meets Hogwarts." Additionally, Columbia University plans to establish a complete Tutor Certification Program in 2026 that aims to elevate professional standards across the tutoring field.

The Video That Started It All

Lerman shares the persuasive video he submitted to Columbia that secured the course opportunity, inviting viewers to examine his actual pitch without embellishment.

The Movement

Lerman frames this development as a collective endeavor rather than an individual accomplishment. He invites skilled tutors to participate in TutorCon, develop their expertise, connect with leading educators, and help shape education's future.

His concluding message emphasizes: "The era of professional tutors has arrived."