1. Dear Peggy, I am currently a student at Pima Medical Institute
Dear Peggy, I am currently a student at Pima Medical Institute. I am having problems managing my time. I’m already using a calendar but I’m still lost. My dog ate my homework and now I don’t know what to do. I am not doing as well in my classes as I had hoped. I feel stuck and I’m so far into the semester that it’s too late to quit but I just can’t afford to fail this class. Where can I find tutoring or someone to help me? Should I ask my instructor? I had technical problems with my computer and I’m so glad you referred me to the Help Desk. They responded within 24 hours and were extremely helpful. Thank you so much for answering my question. I graduated and now I’m working in a doctor’s office! I am so excited to be living my dream. Just 4 years ago, I had no clue what to do. I hated my job and I really felt like I needed a change. When I heard about Pima from a friend, I thought ‘If she can do it, maybe I can, too.’ And here I am, 4 years later, doing exactly what I had set out to do. Not only did I gain a career but I also gained confidence and purpose. I’m not sure where to go to search for jobs. Should I call the placement director? Is online learning for me? I want to take classes but I’m not sure where to start. Thank you for helping me get through my program. There were so many people who wanted me to get through this and I am so grateful for everyone’s support. I don’t understand how to do this homework. I’m not sure where to get help. I feel like I’m behind and I don’t know how to catch up. I’m not sure how to squeeze time for studying when I’m working
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2. Any advice? Help! I’m confused. Thanks! Really?
{music & man’s voice} You’re watching The Real Deal with Peggy Pima. Today, Peggy Pima is taking calls from people all over the country with burning questions about what it’s like to be a student at Pima Medical Institute.
I’m confused.

3. The Real Deal with Peggy Pima
Dear Peggy, I am currently a student at Pima Medical Institute. I am having problems managing my time. I’m already using a calendar but I’m still lost. My dog ate my homework and now I don’t know what to do. I nam not doing as well in my classes as I had hoped. I feel stuck and I’m so far into the semester that it’s too late to quit but I just can’t afford to fail this class. Where can I find tutoring or someone to help me? Should I ask my instructor? I had technical problems with my computer and I’m so glad you referred me to the Help Desk. They responded within 24 hours and were extremely helpful. Thank you so much for answering my question. I graduated and now I’m working in a doctor’s office! I am so excited to be living my dream. Just 4 years ago, I had no clue what to do. I hated my job and I really felt like I needed a change. When I heard about Pima from a friend, I thought ‘If she can do it, maybe I can, too.’ And here I am, 4 years later, doing exactly what I had set out to do. Not only did I gain a career but I also gained confidence and purpose. I’m not sure where to go to search for jobs. Should I call the placement director? Is online learning for me? I want to take classes but I’m not sure where to start. Thank you for helping me get through my program. There were so many people who wanted me to get through this and I am so grateful for everyone’s support. I don’t understand how to do this homework. I’m not sure where to get help. I feel like I’m behind and I don’t know how to catch up. I’m not sure how to squeeze time for studying when I’m working
Help!
Any advice?
Thanks!
Really?
{music & man’s voice} You’re watching The Real Deal with Peggy Pima. Today, Peggy Pima is taking calls from people all over the country with burning questions about what it’s like to be a student at Pima Medical Institute.
I’m confused.
The Real Deal with Peggy Pima

4. Nick: Thanks for taking my call, Peggy
Nick: Thanks for taking my call, Peggy. I’m a current Pima online student and I’m having some serious trouble with my Algebra homework. I think I need tutor.
Peggy: Nick, before you contact a tutor, let me ask you this. Have you contacted your instructor?
Nick: No, I don’t want to bother him. I’m so lost. I feel like I need someone to walk me through each step.
Peggy: Believe it or not Nick, it is your instructor’s job to help you understand the concepts of what you’re learning in class. So, if that means walking you through a problem step by step, then he’s willing and able to do just that.
Everyone listening should understand that your online instructors at Pima are your coaches to help you learn. Don’t ever be afraid to as often as you need to. You should be using all the resources you can and your instructor is your biggest and first resource.
That’s all the time we have for today. {fade in music} Thanks for joining us. I’m your host Peggy Pima and this is The Real Deal!

5. Any advice? Help! I’m confused. The Real Deal with Peggy Pima Thanks!
Dear Peggy, I am currently a student at Pima Medical Institute. I am having problems managing my time. I’m already using a calendar but I’m still lost. My dog ate my homework and now I don’t know what to do. I nam not doing as well in my classes as I had hoped. I feel stuck and I’m so far into the semester that it’s too late to quit but I just can’t afford to fail this class. Where can I find tutoring or someone to help me? Should I ask my instructor? I had technical problems with my computer and I’m so glad you referred me to the Help Desk. They responded within 24 hours and were extremely helpful. Thank you so much for answering my question. I graduated and now I’m working in a doctor’s office! I am so excited to be living my dream. Just 4 years ago, I had no clue what to do. I hated my job and I really felt like I needed a change. When I heard about Pima from a friend, I thought ‘If she can do it, maybe I can, too.’ And here I am, 4 years later, doing exactly what I had set out to do. Not only did I gain a career but I also gained confidence and purpose. I’m not sure where to go to search for jobs. Should I call the placement director? Is online learning for me? I want to take classes but I’m not sure where to start. Thank you for helping me get through my program. There were so many people who wanted me to get through this and I am so grateful for everyone’s support. I don’t understand how to do this homework. I’m not sure where to get help. I feel like I’m behind and I don’t know how to catch up. I’m not sure how to squeeze time for studying when I’m working
I’m confused.
Help!
Any advice?
Thanks!
Really?
The Real Deal with Peggy Pima
I’m having some serious trouble with my Algebra homework. I think I need a tutor.
I don’t want to bother him.
your instructor as often as necessary
Nick: Thanks for taking my call, Peggy. I’m a current Pima online student and I’m having some serious trouble with my Algebra homework. I think I need tutor.
Peggy: Nick, before you contact a tutor, let me ask you this. Have you contacted your instructor?
Nick: No, I don’t want to bother him. I’m so lost. I feel like I need someone to walk me through each step.
Peggy: Believe it or not Nick, it is your instructor’s job to help you understand the concepts of what you’re learning in class. So, if that means walking you through a problem step by step, then he’s willing and able to do just that.
Everyone listening should understand that your online instructors at Pima are your coaches to help you learn. Don’t ever be afraid to as often as you need to. You should be using all the resources you can and your instructor is your biggest and first resource.
That’s all the time we have for today. {fade in music} Thanks for joining us. I’m your host Peggy Pima and this is The Real Deal!
It is your instructor’s job to help you understand the concepts.
Your online instructors at Pima are your coaches to help you learn.
Your instructor is your biggest and first resource.
Have you contacted your instructor?