Terry Friedrichs
Independent educational consultant and test prep tutor in Mendota Heights
| Hourly rate range | $150 to $225 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students and Parents |
| Based in | Mendota Heights, Minnesota, United States |
| Credentials | IECA Professional member; Doctorate (Dr.) |
| Practice | Friedrichs Education |
Terry Friedrichs is an independent educational consultant in Mendota Heights, Minnesota. Terry helps students and parents with college admissions, private tutoring and test prep. Friedrichs Education prepares students for the PSAT, SAT, SAT II, ACT and GRE, plus Minnesota basic skills tests and high school entrance exams. Terry is a teacher who grew up and went to school in the Twin Cities area. The practice also offers senior tutoring and a free 60-minute assessment.
What Terry helps with
Terry works with students who need help in school subjects and with standardized tests. Parents get a clear plan and open talks about progress.
- Preparing for the PSAT, SAT, SAT II and ACT
- Preparing for the GRE
- Minnesota basic skills tests
- High school entrance exams
- Catching up in difficult school subjects
- Reading, writing and math skills
- College admissions guidance
Who Terry works with
Terry works with elementary and secondary students, and with their parents. Students can be at any past success level. Some need to catch up, some want to keep up, and some want to move ahead. Terry also works with parents to find the areas that need the most attention.
How Terry works
Terry uses a "look-ahead" method to help young people with subjects that feel hard or stressful. Work is one-to-one. Each student starts with an assessment to find where they need the most attention. Then Terry builds a plan to catch up, keep up and move ahead. Parents are part of the plan and stay in open contact about progress.
Background and qualifications
Terry Friedrichs holds a doctorate and is a teacher who was raised and schooled in Mendota Heights, Minnesota. Terry runs Friedrichs Education from an office in Mendota Heights. Terry is a professional member of the IECA, the Independent Educational Consultants Association. The practice covers tutoring for elementary and secondary students, test prep, education assessments and consulting. It also offers senior tutoring and professional speaking.
Terry Friedrichs pricing
Programs and services
- One-to-one tutoring
- Test prep for PSAT, SAT, ACT and GRE
- Education assessments and consulting
- Senior tutoring
- Free 60-minute assessment or consultation
Terry Friedrichs reviews
The CoachVouch take
Terry combines college admissions consulting with one-to-one tutoring and test prep, and also offers senior tutoring.
Best for Twin Cities students and parents who want tutoring, test prep and admissions help from one person.
Common questions
How much does Terry Friedrichs charge?
Coaching with Terry runs $150 to $225 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Terry Friedrichs help with?
Terry Friedrichs helps with preparing for the PSAT, SAT, SAT II and ACT, preparing for the GRE, minnesota basic skills tests and high school entrance exams.
Is Terry Friedrichs certified?
Terry Friedrichs lists: IECA Professional member; Doctorate (Dr.).
Does Friedrichs Education offer a first meeting?
Yes. The practice offers a free 60-minute assessment or consultation.
How do I contact Terry Friedrichs?
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