Testing and Tutoring Services
Testing and Tutoring Services is a component of Halifax Community College (HCC) Student Services/Enrollment Management department and supervision. The center operates as a professionally staffed tutoring center. "Your education means the world to us" We provide Free educational services that consist of: Tutor.com-tutoring services, academic enrichment/tutoring, supplemental instruction, and study skills. The center has access to library resources equipped with educational software designed to assist HCC curriculum students. Our qualified staff consists of one part-time assistant/tutor and peer/professional tutors. This service also works in conjunction with faculty, staff, financial aid (federal work-study students).
The Testing and Tutoring Services abides by the mission, vision, and values of Halifax Community College states that "HCC strives to meet the diverse needs of our community by providing high-quality, accessible, and affordable education and training services for a rapidly changing and globally competitive marketplace." The College's vision statement affirms the mission, identifying HCC as a catalyst for educational, cultural and economic progress in the region. This catalytic effort is expressed through eight clearly articulated value statements that include integrity, service, continuous learning, collaboration, accessibility, innovation, diversity and accountability.
The Testing and Tutoring Services is committed to helping students stay on their academic "A" game by providing:
• Qualified peer/professional tutors
• Tutor.com - A Service of the Princeton Review (24/7 /365 days per year).
• Textbooks for tutors
• 14 Levono ThinkVision computers installed with Windows 10 and Microsoft Office 2016.
• One View Sonic Screen that brings learning to life interactively.
• Various courseware and technology software selected by instructors that support curriculum and academic needs.
• A black and white printer, Optelec audiovisual equipment, and headphones.
• Academic enrichment resources, study skills and workshop materials.
• Nuance Dragon Naturally Speaking Basics - Speech recognition software to provide individual and unique solutions.