Report on the results of pre-employment training programs being developed in the hopes of reducing some of our present manpower ailments. (Author/MM)

This article discusses steps taken in meeting the skilled-technical hourly work force requirements for the construction and maintenance of a quarter billion dollar automated industrial plant in Jamaica where the rural background of trainees necessitates compensation for limited technological experience. (NL)

The development, program, and facilities of a successful specialized high school career training center in Illinois are briefly presented. The importance to the program of a combination workbook/reference "Occupational Essentials" is emphasized. (AG)