The purpose of this study was to survey and determine the internship facilities that would give consideration to applicants from non-APA-approved programs in counseling and guidance and counseling psychology. Results indicate that from the sample of 109, 33 will consider non-APA-approved counseling and guidance and counseling psychology students.…

The costs and benefits of teaching activities in two Research Animal Diagnostic and Invetigative Laboratories (RADILS) were identified and measured. The question addressed is whether public investments in RADIL teaching activities are justified. (LBH)

The question of licensing has burst upon the counseling scene fairly recently, and it is irrevocably related to two other issues: (a) determination of the professional functions of counselors; and (b) determination of the professional education of counselors to equip them to effectively perform these functions. (Author)

This paper reviews the basis for licensing, relates it to current developments in the counseling profession, discusses the basis for an alternative, and outlines the ingredients of a model professional disclosure statute. (Author)

The mother of a 12-year-old medically fragile profoundly deaf child, urges the utilization of speech-language paraprofessionals in the schools in light of her successful experiences with paraprofessionals and the shortage of speech-language therapists competent in sign language. Training suggestions are also provided. (Author/DB)

Describes an advanced undergraduate counseling seminar in which the instructor role-played as a client for the entire semester. Claims that, as with an intensive case study, the role play actively engaged students as counselors and observers in the counseling process. Students reported a more realistic experience of counseling processes. (RJM)

Suggests possible strategies and provides 12 recommendations that might help professional women who aspire to become chief student affairs officers. (Author/TE)

The British training market has been booming due to international competition and changing attitudes of administrators. However, economic recession and varied levels of trainer competence are slowing growth. The future depends on training being acknowledged, understood, and supported as an integral part of company operations. (SK)

Argues that tenured English teachers at small liberal arts colleges want several things from prospective new faculty members, including the capacity to share authority among equals, and the ability to give up some radical intellectual independence in order to collaborate (not compromise or capitulate) professionally. (RS)

This article represents the responses of a group of master's students in educational psychology at Memorial University of Newfoundland to a questionnaire designed by the authors and students on the training experience. We hope this provides support to students in training elsewhere and encourages others to consider a career in the helping…

Discussion of dental education in Europe chronicles the evolution of two separate training paths, one independent of the universities and the other based in medical education. The article then looks at the relationship between the educational system and provision of oral health care and describes the current status of dental education in Europe.…

Clarifies "team building" within the context of adventure education and professional development. Suggests that corporate programs begin with a preprogram assessment of the group and include corporate involvement in designing the curriculum. Discusses current trends and provides questions that can be used by corporate leaders to identify the right…

Suggests several ways that reference librarians can improve their skills beyond library school training. Reference interviews are discussed; effective methods of browsing the reference collection are described; opportunities for learning at the reference desk are suggested; and professional reading and study is discussed, including professional…

Considers the meaning of professionalization for adult-literacy education. Surveys a group of practitioners, concluding that a credential could enhance the quality of adult-literacy instruction but that providing credentials is inextricably bound up with the issue of funding. Describes initiatives underway in four states, providing examples of how…

Discusses the significant growth in the number of adults with disabilities pursing postsecondary education, the professionalization of postsecondary disability services, the changes in services available to students with disabilities in postsecondary education, and suggestions to improve personnel preparation related to the transition to…