Michael Tucker

Tutor for our Home Learning College Diploma in Criminology| and Certificate in Executive Office Skills| Courses

One may wonder why Michael Tucker would want to leave a successful career as a senior manager for a major national gaming retail company to become a tutor and assist the faculty manager carry the responsibility of a faculty that has over 10,400 students.

Well, Michael became a tutor and began working with Home Learning College in 2006 and it could be said that his desire to become a tutor stemmed from his previous role, helping colleagues achieve their goals. A self-proclaimed people person, he found a job that went one better and enabled him to continue helping others achieve and dedicate the entire day doing so.

The job of tutor at is varied, including the discussion of individual tasks with students, receiving their feedback and reading the assignments – all off which he enjoys immensely. Michael's interest in the success of his students reflects his belief that lifelong learning plays an ever-increasing role within society.

Michael says: "The best thing about my job is when I receive a call from a student that has really struggled throughout the course, but has recently completed it and they are just calling to say thank you for all the help and support. That makes my job so fulfilling."

Michael would advocate this career to anyone. He believes a good tutor must have an obvious knowledge of the course material, good IT skills and, more importantly, be sympathetic to individual needs. It is also essential to be empathetic, patient, have a flexible approach and be an excellent listener.  

For anyone who is about to start a Home Learning College course, Michael's advice would be: "Take your time, read the questions set, research the questions before answering them, and never guess! Phone your tutor if you need help. Most importantly, enjoy yourself!" 

Michael loves hearing the heart-warming stories of ex-students. He recounts: "I found out that an ex-student of mine used the information gained during the Diploma of Criminology to set up and run a successful Neighbourhood Watch Scheme that has resulted in a dramatic reduction in crime rates in her area."