An overview of a two-week practicum-laboratory training program is presented and discussed. The efficacy of the training is examined from the standpoint of helpful levels of empathy presented by the employment service counselors trained. (Author)

This paper describes a workshop designed to teach the methodology of constructing family theory. In Phase I students dealt with metatheoretical issues (nature and types of theory, elements of theory structure, criteria by which theories can be evaluated, etc.). Phase II was a critical examination of several family theory building attempts. In…

This study attempted to measure the generalization of the counseling skills learned via the microcounseling paradigm to the actual counseling setting. Results indicated that experimental subjects evidence greater learning and retention of skills in reflection of feeling and summarization of feeling. (Author)

The purpose of this article is to set down an example of the involvement of several departments of a university in the training of counselors. (Author)

Several studies indicate the use of supervisors and consultants is effective when there is close contact with teachers in task oriented situations. (Author/RK)

Describes new program at the University of Washington. (RT)

This article presents a model and rationale for training specific counseling skills prior to the practicum experience. Acquisition of these skills and attitudes in a prepracticum permits a consultation professional model for practicum that focuses upon the accumulation of experience rather than skills. (Author)

The findings support the use of the microcounseling paradigm as a training model for counselor education. Trainee reinforcement by a supervisor was most potent; if counselor behavior was defined for the trainee, then self-reinforcement could be utilized, especially when practicum classes are large and individual supervision is not available.…

Majority of clients counseled by advanced trainees or doctorate level staff viewed counseling experience positively while many clients of beginning practicum students viewed their counseling negatively. Findings suggest weaknesses in vocational counseling facilities, counselors skills, and in training beginning practicum students. (Author)

An examination of the perceptual change of the counselor trainees indicated that the on the job experience did produce a statistically significant change in their perception of the ideal counselor characteristics. (Author)

To develop skills in working with the disadvantaged, special practicum experience was offered. Advantages were increased awareness of problems and expansion of interpersonal skills. Limitations included inefficiency of time use in this setting. (Author/CJ)

This paper identifies several kinds of counselor activity for which practicum experiences have been or are being designed. These include individual and group counseling, outreach consultation, supervision of practicum students, and study of student development. (Author)

Some significant differences were discovered between individual and group sessions and among elementary, junior, and senior high students on three of the four theme classifications: (1) Self; (2) Significant Others, Authority Figures; (3) Significant Others, Peers; and (4) Ideas, Places, Things, and Time Topics. (Author/CJ)