ACOM offers academic support services designed to enhance learning and aid in the success of all students. These services include individual consultation and planning, large and small group presentations, and peer-assisted learning (tutoring). For third- and fourth-year students located off campus, telephone guidance is available as well as regularly scheduled in-person visits.

2025-2026 Peer Tutors
For first- and second-year students, peer tutoring is offered (both individual and in small groups) which is designed to help students understand the concepts covered in the curriculum and to prepare for exams and labs. Students who serve as peer tutors receive content guidance from appropriate faculty and course directors. Any student, regardless of academic performance, may attend a tutoring session. Students scoring low on any exam may be identified as needing academic assistance and referred for personal academic counseling and/or tutoring. Attendance is kept in these instances.
ACOM’s peer tutoring program was established as a resource for all students desiring to improve their academic performance. Peer tutoring is a peer-mediated strategy in which students support other students on their road to academic success. To be chosen as a peer-tutor, the student must distinguish themselves academically and professionally, and they must be willing to commit the time necessary to develop and present study materials to students both individually and in group settings. Funding for the peer tutor program is provided by the Southeast Health Foundation.
Academic assistance can include, but is not limited to, the areas outlined here:
- Assessment of Study Habits
- Board Preparation
- Time Management Strategies
- Stress Management Techniques
- Assessment Tools
- Study Strategies
- Ongoing Follow-up
- Acting as Liaison for Students with Faculty and Staff
- Student Advocacy