Purpose: The purpose of this study was to evaluate WIN A STEP UP, a workforce development program for nursing assistants (NAs) in nursing homes (NHs) involving continuing education by onsite trainers, compensation for education modules, supervisory skills training of frontline supervisors, and short-term retention contracts for bonuses and/or wage…

In this study, the authors sought to examine factors that contribute to the overall development of supervisors in the substance abuse field. Significant predictors for supervisor development were found as were differences in these predictors that were based on supervisor recovery status. (Contains 3 tables.)

High turnover and difficult recruitment of direct care workers are challenges for long-term care providers. This study reports the extent and variation of the use of management practices for direct care workers and their supervisors across four long-term care settings in the Better Jobs Better Care demonstration. Overall, there is limited use of…

A large steel firm introduces a new supervisor training program. The results are improved supervisor performance and cost savings initiated by the trainees. (AS)

Results (including reading speed and comprehension gains) of a special course stressing a flexible reading rate for job-related reading matter. References. (LY)

Several writers have suggested that a key to supervisor training is helping counselors assume the role and identity of a supervisor. In particular, they assert that a pivotal skill in this role transition is the cognitive shift from thinking like a counselor to thinking like a supervisor. This article focuses on one aspect of training that seems…

Supervisors in the Forest Service are given brief training in how to use performance standards with employees at various salary levels. Step-by-step feedback helps them correct poor rating habits. (EB)

Produced in Britain, this audiovisual training package ("Preparing for Change") combines a 30 minute black and white film with a tutor's guide and other instructional materials to help first line industrial supervisors improve their ability to lead group discussions. (LY)