The Advisor Training Curriculum below is offered in a hybrid format with three modules being held in-person (virtually or in-person) and three modules, along with the prerequisite requirements, being completed through a self-paced Canvas course.  All six modules are meant to be experienced by new advisors and will lead to Level 1 certification. Experienced advisors would qualify for Level 1 certification with modules 4, 5, and 6. The training calendar provides an overview of the full ATA schedule. Please email ab9599@wayne.edu to inquire about completing the modules below.

Advisor training modules

1. Overview of WSU and Advising - Offered online
   • Organizational charts
   • The WSU model – Discussion of the decentralized model. Examples of School/College differences (credits for degree, residency rules, probation, etc.)
   • Description of main collaborative offices: Student Service Center, Transfer Credit, Degree Works, DOSO, ASC, etc.
   • WSU acronyms, terms and emails
2. Overview of Advising Roles, Tasks, and Functions - Monday, March 14, 2022, 1 - 2:30 p.m.
   • The Appointment 
   • Advising as Teaching
   • Logistics – notes, follow-up emails, etc.
3. Essential Policies and Procedures - Monday, March 16, 2022, 1 - 4:30 p.m.
   • Student Populations
     • Veteran
     • Athletes
     • International
   • SAP
   • FERPA
4. A WSU Degree – Discussing General Education and a Liberal Arts Education - Offered online
   • Competencies
   • Group Requirements
5. Multicultural Competency  - Offered online
6. The Art of Referring - Monday, March 18, 2022, 1 - 2:30 p.m.
   • Counseling and Psychological Services
   • Student Disability Services
   • Academic Success Center