CPT Risk Assessment & Mitigation 3

Question 1

A student's learning disability was not disclosed at intake but becomes apparent after several sessions. The tutor should FIRST:

Accepted Answer

Discuss observations with parents and suggest a formal evaluation

Answer

Raising observations with parents and recommending formal evaluation ensures the student receives appropriate support while staying within the tutor's professional scope.

Question 2

Which of the following represents a physical safety risk unique to in-home tutoring sessions?

Accepted Answer

Tutor being alone with a minor without any adult present

Answer

Being alone with a minor without another adult present creates a child protection risk and potential liability for the tutor.

Question 3

What is the PRIMARY purpose of obtaining liability insurance as a private tutor?

Accepted Answer

To transfer financial risk from professional errors or accidents to the insurer

Answer

Liability insurance transfers financial risk by covering legal costs and damages if a client makes a claim related to the tutor's professional services.

Question 4

When assessing the risk of a student plateauing, the tutor should look FIRST at:

Accepted Answer

Whether instructional methods align with the student's current learning needs

Answer

Plateaus often signal a mismatch between teaching methods and current learning needs, making instructional alignment the first diagnostic area.

Question 5

A tutor shares student performance data in an online tutoring forum to get advice. The primary risk of this action is:

Accepted Answer

Violating student privacy and breaching confidentiality obligations

Answer

Sharing identifiable student information in public or semi-public forums violates privacy obligations and can expose the tutor to legal and reputational harm.

(CPT) Certified Private Tutor Practice Test

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CPT Risk Assessment & Mitigation 3